Powerwinch (carefree Of Colo)

Powerwinch: A Legacy of Marine Winching Excellence

Powerwinch, now a division of Carefree of Colorado, has spent more than 50 years earning the trust of boaters across North America. Headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, the brand was founded in 1971 and has grown into one of the most recognized names in marine winching equipment. Whether you're loading a weekend bass boat onto a trailer or dropping anchor in open water, Powerwinch engineers products specifically designed to make those tasks safer, easier, and more reliable.

What Powerwinch Makes

Powerwinch's core lineup covers the full spectrum of boat winching needs. The brand is best known for its electric and manual trailer winches, which are used to haul boats smoothly onto their trailers. These 12-volt winches feature heat-treated gear systems that resist corrosion, zinc-plated frames, aircraft-quality cables, and UV-resistant housings — all engineered to stand up to demanding outdoor environments. Remote-controlled models like the RC23 and RC30 take convenience a step further, letting operators load a boat without even needing to be at the winch.

Beyond trailer duty, Powerwinch is equally respected for its electric winches and related parts. The brand's free-fall anchor windlasses are designed for efficient anchor handling, offering fast anchor deployment along with power retrieval. Key components such as rope-and-chain guidance systems, drive shafts, and fasteners are constructed from stainless steel for lasting durability in saltwater environments.

For sailors and fishermen who need versatile rope handling, Powerwinch's capstan winches — found in the winches and winch handles category — provide a mechanical advantage over hand-over-hand line retrieval, delivering controlled, effortless power with minimal moving parts for maximum reliability. Dedicated anchoring solutions are also available in the brand's marine anchor control lineup, with models sized for boats ranging from compact day cruisers up to 36-foot vessels.

Parts, Accessories & Hardware

Keeping your Powerwinch equipment operating at peak performance is easy thanks to a comprehensive range of hardware parts and accessories. The brand offers genuine replacement sockets, plugs, wire harnesses, circuit breakers, crank handles, winch cables, and more — all purpose-built to maintain compatibility with specific Powerwinch models over the long haul. This commitment to aftermarket support reflects the brand's philosophy that a Powerwinch investment should last for years.

The Carefree of Colorado Connection

Powerwinch became part of Carefree of Colorado, a leading manufacturer of recreational vehicle comfort and convenience products, bringing additional engineering expertise and resources to an already well-regarded marine brand. The result is a continued focus on product innovation and quality that boaters have come to expect from the Powerwinch name.