# RUGCEL TANK4500lb FT 4,500 lb 12V Portable Electric Winch

RUGCEL WINCH: RUGCEL TANK4500lb FT is a portable 12V DC electric winch listed with a 4,500 lb single-line pulling capacity. Its toolbox-style kit is intended for moving between vehicles, while customer feedback notes cable-length and wireless-remote concerns worth considering before choosing it for a particular recovery setup.

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- Market: CA
- Language: en-CA
- Currency: CAD
- Brand: RUGCEL WINCH
- Model: TANK4500lb FT
- Category: Cars & Motorcycles > Vehicle Accessories
- Price: 386.45 CAD
- Previous price: 429.39 CAD
- Discount: 10%
- Price checked: 2026-11-12T20:33:28.694Z
- Rating: 4.2 / 5
- Reviews: 232

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## At a glance

- The listing describes a portable setup with a carrying toolbox and no permanent installation required.
- A 4,500 lb single-line pull is specified, with synthetic rope and a steel mounting plate.
- The listing claims both infrared wireless and handheld wired remote controls.
- Stated applications include ATV, UTV, truck, SUV, trailer and boat use.

## Pros

- Portable toolbox design is intended to let the winch and accessories move between vehicles.
- Two control methods offer a wired option as well as infrared wireless operation.
- The listing specifies synthetic rope and a steel mounting plate.

## Specifications

### Identity
- Brand: RUGCEL WINCH
- Model: TANK4500lb FT
### Pulling and power
- Rated single-line pulling capacity: 4,500 lb \(2,041 kg\)
- Power: 12V DC
### Rope and controls
- Rope: synthetic rope
- Wireless control: infrared wireless remote
- Wired control: handheld wired remote
### Dimensions and installation
- Dimensions listed: 53.09 x 20.07 x 20.07 cm; 15.41 kg
- Weight listed: 15.4 kg
- Mounting plate: powder-coated steel mounting plate

## Before you buy

- The listing details are contradictory or inconsistent about total weight: dimensions are given with 15.41 kg, while the separate item-weight entry says 15.4 kg. Customer feedback also reports short supplied cables and power cable, wireless-remote issues, and mixed durability opinions. Check cable reach and remote suitability for your setup.

## A good fit for

- Buyers seeking a portable winch for occasional recovery or hauling across compatible ATV, UTV, truck, SUV, trailer or boat setups.
- Users who want both wired and infrared wireless control options.

## Less suited to

- Buyers who need confirmed cable lengths or dependable wireless-remote performance without checking fit for their setup.
- Buyers whose recovery requirements exceed the listed 4,500 lb single-line pulling capacity.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback highlights portability, ease of use and perceived quality, which matter for a winch intended to be carried between vehicles. Reported concerns include short cables and power cable, wireless-remote issues, and mixed views on durability. These are customer perceptions rather than confirmed product measurements. They make reach and control suitability practical points to weigh alongside the listed 4,500 lb capacity and dual-control claim.
- Positive themes: Customers describe the winch as handy and portable, with quick setup and ease of use.
- Positive themes: Customer feedback includes positive comments about perceived quality.
- Negative themes: Customers report that the cables and supplied power cable are too short.
- Negative themes: Some customer feedback raises concerns about wireless-remote operation.
- Mixed feedback: Customer feedback expresses mixed views about durability.

## Frequently asked questions

### What pulling capacity is listed?
The listing states a 4,500 lb \(2,041 kg\) single-line pulling capacity. Confirm that this suits the intended recovery or hauling task.
### Does it include wired and wireless controls?
The feature listing claims an infrared wireless remote and a handheld wired remote. Customer feedback mentions wireless-remote issues, so consider whether the wired control is suitable as an alternative.
### Is this winch permanently mounted?
The listing describes it as portable and says permanent installation is not required. It also lists a steel mounting plate, so check how the intended setup will support and position the winch.
### What should I consider before buying?
Customer feedback raises concerns about cable reach, the supplied power cable, wireless-remote operation and mixed durability experiences. Check whether the available cable lengths and controls work for your vehicle and recovery setup.

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## Images

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![RUGCEL TANK4500lb FT 4,500 lb 12V Portable Electric Winch — 4](https://loonieperks.com/i/U6AaJJUXR5iD-sCxvhtyGBHGxIXw_sOFneotP_-qyU3qzDbRfWEX1pII3WodmCsAbRGN-KCFBTz4HdEfrNUSDd1rG_Trtdmu9TL8KpNnEMFcC27wTfLOEDh4.jpg)

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![RUGCEL TANK4500lb FT 4,500 lb 12V Portable Electric Winch — 7](https://loonieperks.com/i/JY47GBIxoFSxtPyQNgKX9l45o_Wn0G2tiSYv-8-M4FJDjfLBzQcm5gRDrT1V9FPxKoeET0GYdH9LW0fsneHSSUDq5jiov60IaT6e3SFDP76xOGR2AjAFRnJz.jpg)