What size windlass would best suit my boat?

Use the Lewmar windlass selection chart to determine the general size of the windlass to be fitted to your boat by using length and displacement.

How long is the anchor rode I wish to use, and will the windlass put the entire rode into my locker?

Examine the depth of the anchor locker to determine the fall that is available. The fall is the vertical distance between the top of the anchor locker and the top of the anchor rode when the entire rode is completely stored inside.

How much pulling power should my windlass have?

Having selected a vertical or horizontal windlass and determined the size required, you can cross-check by using the following formula:

Total weight of ground tackle (anchor and rode) x 4* = Pulling power required by the windlass

*Use x4 for all Horizontal windlass and Vertical windlass up to V5. Use x2 for V6 Vertical Windlass and above