Trac Outdoor Anchor Lifts
Trac Outdoor Anchor Lifts: Hands-Free Anchoring on the Water
When it comes to effortless, reliable anchoring, Trac Outdoor has built a well-earned reputation among freshwater anglers and recreational boaters alike. Their lineup of electric anchor lifts — commonly called anchor winches — brings genuine convenience to one of boating's most repetitive chores: dropping and retrieving your anchor. Instead of wrestling with rope by hand, Trac Outdoor's systems let you deploy and retrieve with the touch of a button, keeping your focus where it belongs — on fishing or relaxing on the water.
The AutoDeploy-G3 Technology
The centerpiece of Trac Outdoor's anchor lift lineup is their AutoDeploy-G3 system, available across several boat-size-specific models. The AutoDeploy feature sets Trac Outdoor apart: simply press and release the down button, and the winch automatically lowers the anchor, senses when it reaches the bottom, and locks the rope — holding your boat in position without any further input. Retrieval is equally seamless, bringing your anchor back up at speeds of up to 65 feet per minute.
Powering every unit is a high-efficiency 12-volt DC all-steel gear motor, engineered to use less battery power than competing brands — a meaningful advantage on long days out when battery conservation matters. A sealed membrane three-button switch keeps moisture and debris out of the controls, while an automatic-resetting circuit breaker protects the electrical system from overloads.
Models to Match Your Boat
Trac Outdoor offers anchor lift models scaled to different vessel sizes and anchor weights, so boaters can match the right unit to their specific setup:
- Angler 30-G3 AutoDeploy — Designed for bass boats, runabouts, and utility boats up to 20 feet, with a maximum anchor capacity of 30 lb. and retrieval speeds of 65 feet per minute.
- Deckboat 40-G3 AutoDeploy — Built for larger deckboats and pontoons up to 26 feet, handling anchors up to 40 lb. with robust all-steel gearing and power-down or AutoDeploy operation modes.
- Sea 40-G3 AutoDeploy — A saltwater-capable option engineered for coastal and offshore use, also rated to 40 lb. anchor capacity.
Each model ships pre-configured for immediate installation, including 100 feet of 3/16-inch pre-wound braided anchor rope, an anchor safety chain, a universal anchor roller, marine-grade battery wiring, wireless remote, and assembly hardware. The wireless remote allows control from anywhere on the boat, adding another layer of solo-boater convenience.
A Brand Built for Boaters
Founded in 1998, Trac Outdoor has focused its mission on delivering more convenience, features, and value to boaters and fishermen. Now part of the Camco Manufacturing family, the brand continues to develop marine products that solve real on-water problems. Their anchor lift lineup reflects that ethos — thoughtfully engineered, easy to install, and built to hold up season after season. Whether you fish solo on a small bass boat or host guests on a full-size deckboat, Trac Outdoor's anchor winches are designed to make anchoring a non-event.