The Antal W16 Winch – 2 Speed (Model W16/AL or W16/CH) is a manual, non self-tailing winch built for medium-sized boats. Standard 2-speed configuration provides both fast winding and increased power for heavier loads. It uses a robust bronze base and gear train, with a smooth stainless steel shaft and roller bearings for reliability :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
The aluminium version features a hard black anodised & Teflon-coated drum, keeping weight to just ~2 kg, while the chrome/bronze drum version weighs ~2.9 kg :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}. Both share identical geometry and gearing: 220 mm line retrieval at 1:1 and 110 mm at 2.1:1 :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}.
Specifications
Drum Diameter: 71 mm
Base Diameter: 110 mm
Height: 106 mm
Gear Ratios: 1:1 & 2.1:1
Line Retrieval: 220 mm/turn (1st), 110 mm/turn (2nd) :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Materials: Bronze gears/base, AISI 316 shaft, aluminium or bronze drum
Weight (AL): ~2 kg; Weight (CH/Bronze): ~2.9 kg :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Mounting: 5 × 6 mm countersunk screws
Part Number: W16/AL or W16/CH
The Antal W16 two-speed plain-top winch delivers a balanced blend of speed and power in a rugged yet manageable package—ideal for performance-oriented sailors seeking mechanical simplicity and reliability.
