Electric Recovery Winches

For commercial vehicle recovery, you need to account for pulling "dead weight" (vehicles with locked wheels or heavy damage). We recommend a minimum of a 13,500lb capacity winch for standard 3.5-tonne flatbeds and car transporters. For heavy-duty towing and larger commercial chassis, upgrading to a 18,500lb winch is highly recommended to ensure you have plenty of reserve power.

This depends entirely on your truck's electrical system. Most standard commercial vans, chassis cabs, and light 4x4 recovery vehicles operate on a 12-volt system. Larger heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) and heavy industrial plant machinery typically run on a 24-volt system. Always check your vehicle's alternator and battery configuration before purchasing.

In professional recovery, steel cable remains the industry standard. It offers unmatched abrasion resistance, which is vital when the line frequently drags across tarmac, concrete, or the sharp metal edges of damaged vehicles. Synthetic rope is excellent for recreational off-roading, but steel is generally preferred for the high-friction environment of daily commercial towing.

Yes. Novawinch recovery models feature upgraded internal components, including heavy-duty solenoids, thick copper windings, and robust braking systems specifically designed to handle the repetitive, high-stress heat cycles associated with professional, daily use.

All electric winches generate heat under heavy loads and require a "duty cycle" (cooling off period). However, our commercial-grade winches are built with high-efficiency motors that run cooler than standard recreational winches, allowing for longer, more sustained pulls before needing a rest. Always keep your truck's engine running at a high idle during operation to maintain battery voltage.