"> MacGregor / Brattvaag / Cargotec (Finland/Norway) Towing Winch Range
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Towing Winch Range

MacGregor/Brattvaag towing winches are installed on deep-sea tugs, AHTS vessels and salvage tugs worldwide. The Cascade Control technology enables automatic tension control during towing operations. Brattvaag (Norway) was acquired by MacGregor/Cargotec in 2014 and is particularly widespread on Norwegian offshore tugs.

MacGregor / Brattvaag / Cargotec (Finland/Norway) Towing Winch Range
Pull 200-2,000 kN
Capacity
Tow Wire / Synthetic Tow Line
Medium

Components & Design

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Technical Data

type Towing Winch (Single/Double Drum, Waterfall/Split)
variant count approx 5
period start year 1970
drive type Hydraulic / Electric
construction Heavy-duty welded/cast steel, disc/band brake, cascade control

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Common failures & inspection points

●Disc brake overheating from emergency stops
●Wire rope drum groove wear
●Hydraulic motor seal failure
●Cascade control valve malfunction
●Tow pin/hook mechanism wear

Service & Maintenance

Disc brake inspection every 3 months. Wire rope inspection per manufacturer schedule. Cascade control calibration annually. Tow pin/hook mechanism test before each tow operation.

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Replacement Parts

MacGregor/Cargotec. Lead time: 4-8 weeks. Brake pads: keep onboard.
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