Lewmar V4 Gypsy Drum 12V Vertical Windlass, 2,750 lb Max Pull, 688 lb Working Load Limit - 66910088-143

The Lewmar V4 Gypsy Drum 12V (203) is a vertical windlass built to handle heavy-duty anchoring aboard mid-size to larger boats. Its vertical design keeps most of the unit concealed below deck, giving a cleaner deck profile while making efficient use of space inside the anchor locker. The gypsy wraps a full 180 degrees around the drive shaft, providing a secure grip on the anchor rode for consistent, reliable retrieval and deployment.

Rated for a maximum pull of 2,750 lb. And a 688 lb. Working load limit, the V4 is engineered for demanding anchoring tasks in harsh marine conditions. It delivers a maximum line speed of 82 ft/min for fast anchor deployment and retrieval, so you spend less time waiting at anchor or on approach to a mooring. A cone clutch provides smooth, gradual engagement rather than an abrupt on/off action, giving the operator fine-tuned control over the rode as it pays out or comes in. Should the boat lose electrical power, the manual free fall feature lets you drop the anchor immediately without relying on the motor, and an optional manual override is available for continued operation.

The unit is built from lightweight yet strong 316 stainless steel with a robust drive train, offering long-term resistance to corrosion and wear in a saltwater environment. This part number, 66910088-143, is supplied as a kit that includes the Gypsy Drum component and operates on a 12V DC electrical system.

Specifications

• Brand: Lewmar
• Manufacturer Part Number: 66910088-143
• Product Type: Vertical Windlass (Gypsy Drum Kit)
• Voltage: 12V DC
• Maximum Pull: 2,750 pounds
• Working Load Limit: 688 pounds
• Maximum Line Speed: 82 feet per minute
• Clutch Type: Cone clutch
• Emergency Operation: Manual free fall, optional manual override
• Material: 316 stainless steel
• Included Components: Gypsy Drum
• Package Dimensions: 24 x 18 x 15 inches
• Weight: 69.8 pounds
• UPC: 743683325465

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum pulling power of the Lewmar V4 Gypsy Drum 12V windlass? The Lewmar V4 Gypsy Drum 12V windlass (part 66910088-143) has a maximum pull of 2,750 lb., making it suitable for heavy-duty anchoring tasks.

What is the working load limit on this windlass? 688 lb. Is the working load limit for the Lewmar V4 Gypsy Drum 12V windlass, part number 66910088-143.

How fast does the V4 windlass retrieve or deploy anchor rode? It reaches a maximum line speed of 82 ft/min, allowing for rapid deployment and retrieval of the anchor rode on the Lewmar V4 Gypsy Drum 12V windlass.

What voltage does the Lewmar 66910088-143 windlass run on? This Lewmar V4 Gypsy Drum windlass operates on a 12V DC electrical system.

How does the clutch on the V4 windlass work? A cone clutch is used on the Lewmar V4 Gypsy Drum 12V windlass, providing gradual, smooth engagement for precise, fine-tuned control instead of an abrupt on/off action.

What happens if the boat loses electrical power while anchoring? The Lewmar V4 Gypsy Drum 12V windlass includes a manual free fall feature that lets you rapidly deploy the anchor without power, and an optional manual override is available as well.

What is the Lewmar V4 Gypsy Drum windlass made of? It is constructed from lightweight yet strong 316 stainless steel with a robust drive train, built to resist corrosion in marine conditions.

Is this a vertical or horizontal windlass? The Lewmar V4 Gypsy Drum 12V (203) is a vertical windlass, designed so most of the unit sits below deck for a cleaner deck profile and efficient use of anchor locker space.

What is included with Lewmar part number 66910088-143? This kit includes the Gypsy Drum component for the Lewmar V4 12V vertical windlass.

How much does the Lewmar V4 Gypsy Drum windlass weigh? The Lewmar V4 Gypsy Drum 12V windlass, part 66910088-143, weighs 69.8 pounds.

What are the package dimensions for this windlass? The Lewmar V4 Gypsy Drum 12V windlass ships in a package measuring 24 x 18 x 15 inches.

How securely does the rode wrap around the gypsy? On the Lewmar V4 Gypsy Drum 12V windlass, the rode wraps a full 180 degrees around the gypsy for a secure, stable grip during retrieval and deployment.