ANDERSEN 28 ST FS - 2-Speed Self-Tailing Manual Winch - Full Stainless Steel

The ANDERSEN 28 ST FS - 2-Speed Self-Tailing Manual Winch in full stainless steel is purpose-built for serious vehicle recovery, marine applications, and heavy-duty rigging where reliability and corrosion resistance are non-negotiable. Whether you're running a recovery operation, securing a boat trailer in saltwater environments, or integrating a winch into an off-road build, this unit delivers the dependability mechanics and enthusiasts demand. The stainless steel construction ensures longevity in harsh conditions where standard steel winches fail prematurely.

This manual winch employs a 2-speed transmission design that allows operators to select between high-speed pulling for lighter loads and high-torque low-speed operation for maximum holding power on heavy recovery tasks. The self-tailing mechanism automatically grips the rope or cable during winching, eliminating the need for a second operator to manage rope feed—a critical safety feature on recovery jobs where smooth, controlled operation prevents accidents. Full stainless steel construction resists rust, salt spray, and corrosion that degrades standard hardware, making this winch ideal for marine, coastal, and wet-weather applications. The compact footprint measuring 6 x 5 x 7 inches and modest 8.9-pound weight make installation straightforward on vehicles, trailers, and mounting brackets without requiring reinforcement.

Recovery professionals, 4x4 enthusiasts, marine operators, and field service teams benefit most from this winch's rugged construction and self-tailing convenience. Installation suits standard winch mounts found on recovery points, trailer frames, and aftermarket winch brackets—verify your mounting surface can accommodate the unit's compact dimensions and attachment points. The manual operation requires no electrical integration, making it reliable in remote locations where battery power may be compromised, and the self-tailing design reduces operator fatigue during extended recovery or securing operations.