The Königswieser KGD 550 is a tough, professional-entry forestry cable winch with 5.5 tonnes of pulling force for tractors from 50 hp. Its reduction gear and large drum deliver strong, controlled pulling with less tractor effort, while the rope retraction position keeps winding tidy at any rope length. Supplied as standard with lower rope inlet, trailer coupling, dead man’s brake, protective grille and support feet, plus ÖNORM L 5276 safety precautions and CE compliance with declaration of conformity.
KGD 550M
Out of stock
SKU
KGDM-550M
Top Features
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5.5-tonne pulling force for thinning and heavy timber work
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Reduction gear + large drum diameter for stronger pull with less tractor power
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Clean rope winding at any length thanks to optimised rope retraction position
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Heavy-duty build quality including hardened sprockets, reinforced chain, and steel struts, plus full powder-coating inside and out
Technical Specifications
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Tractive power below |
5.5 to |
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Tractive power top |
3.3 to |
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Medium rope speed |
0.6 m/s |
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Max. Rope socket |
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Ø 8 mm |
160 m |
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Ø 9 mm |
135 m |
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Ø 10 mm |
100 m |
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Ø 11 mm |
80 m |
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Ø 12 mm |
70 m |
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Weight without rope |
386 kg |
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Shield width |
1’500 mm |
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Total height |
2’300 mm |
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Cultivation category |
I + II |
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Recommended tractor power |
from 50 PS |
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