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COBRA3
Single Motor

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COBRA3 – Single Motor High Mount Electric Winch

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RED WINCH COBRA3 

The third generation high mount single motor winch. The COBRA3 is packed full of new features and offers a range of options enabling you to specify the perfect solution for your recovery needs. The twin motor option will launch first 1/4 of 2025.

Capable of being used in the most demanding conditions worldwide. Its engineering is like no other winch on the market. The COBRA3 is an excellent choice when it comes to the best electric high mount winch for your on-road, expedition, weekend trip or full spec off-road vehicle. RED Winches has designed and developed this winch for serious use, competition and military, but it is just as happy on a road-going vehicle as it is on a fully equipped and prepared 4×4 truck.
All products at RED winches have been through an extensive design and testing program. With many of them having military testing behind them also. We do all this before going on sale so you can use all our winches with confidence, knowing they will not let you down.

This COBRA3 like all our engineered winches has the famous RED Winch air brake system, meaning the winch stops instantly when you take your finger off the winch button.

POWER & STRENGTH

All COBRA3 models are fitted with the mighty Ox motor and a DC182 series Albright solenoid. The solenoid is connected to the OX Motor by high efficient pure copper bus bars to efficiently transfer the power. To cover the top of the solenoid and bus bars a CNC machined Delrin cover is fitted.
To handle the power this winch can deliver in all its options, the winch body is fully CNC machined from high-grade heat-treated aluminium and from solid aluminium billets. No castings or injection mouldings are used. Protecting your investment in this winch from cracked housings or mountings.
We only use the best machine tools and machining processes on modern machines to ensure tolerances and stress in the parts is kept to a minimum and strength to its maximum.

GEARBOX & SPEEDS

The COBRA3 is available with 3 gearing options.
Overland – 4,500kg (10,000lbs)
Adventure – 6,000kg (13,000lbs)
Titan – 7,500kg (16,500lbs)

Average no load line speed over 30m (100ft)
Overland – 18.7 M/Min (61.4 ft/Min)
Adventure – 13.4 M/Min (44 ft/Min)
Titan – 10.5 M/Min (34.4ft/Min)

The gears are manufactured from chromium molybdenum steel and case hardened to give maximum strength (Up to 1230 N/mm2) and excellent durability. The gearbox runs in semi liquid grease not oil making it much easier to service. Please choose your gearing option from the menu.

DRUM SIZE

The COBRA3 is available with 3 different drum widths to fit your chosen application.
Standard Drum – 196.5mm (7 ⁴⁷/₆₄”) wide
Medium Length Drum + 76mm (3″) over the STD
XL Drum + 142mm (5 ¹⁹/₃₂”) over the STD Drum

The drum is steel in construction, precision machined to run true and smoothly within its drum bearings. The drum runs between two drum seals (one each end), making the winch watertight and allowing the end-user to operate the winch underwater. The drum bearings are behind the drum seals and are free-running ball bearings, and filled with waterproof grease as an added second barrier from water ingress.

Please choose your drum width from the menu.

DRUM CAPACITY

The COBRA3 drums can accept the following lengths and sizes of rope:

Standard Drum:
30m (98.5′) of 11mm (⁷/₁₆”) Synthetic rope
25m (82′) of 12mm (1/2″) Synthetic rope

Medium Length Drum:
48m (157.5′) of 11mm (⁷/₁₆”) Synthetic rope
36m (118′) of 12mm (1/2″) Synthetic rope

XL Drum:
53m (174′) of 11mm (⁷/₁₆”) Synthetic rope
44m (145′) of 12mm (1/2″) Synthetic rope

The COBRA3 is supplied with a “Plasma Lock” https://www.red-winches.com/product/red-winches-plasma-lock/?swcfpc=1 to hold the synthetic rope onto the drum. It’s a proven method and very reliable. It is a nice simple solution to ensure you always have the minimum amount of line wraps on your winch drum. Its robust, cheap, and easy to keep spares just in case…..

Please see video below for fitting guide:

VOLTAGE

The COBRA3 is available in 12v or 24v.

12v version of our COBRA3 is where the motor power voltage and the winch in and winch out signal voltage are both 12v dc.
24v version of our COBRA3 is where the motor power voltage and the winch in and winch out signal voltage are both 24v dc.

Please choose your voltage option from the menu.

RED WINCH AIR BRAKE SYSTEM

The COBRA3 is fitted with our latest generation air brake unit – ABU-MA-01B – internally this air brake unit is similar to the previous air brake unit, with many common parts but the housing has a shorter overall length to produce a more compact design.

Spring pressure applies a steel disc to the brake material when the winch is not in use. This applies the brake and stops the winch from spooling out, this is a fail-safe system.
If you have a loss of power or air, the winch will stop and hold the weight of your vehicle.
The air brake is controlled by an air solenoid fitted next to the motor control solenoid and is linked via a supplied wiring loom.

When you winch in or out you engage your motor solenoid, this same signal also energises the air solenoid valve for the brake. This then allows air to go into a specially designed chamber that releases the brake instantly. When you remove your winching finger from the controls the air solenoid dumps the air and the springs apply the brake disc back onto the brake pads.

One nice feature we strongly recommend is when you are lowering out you can switch your power isolator off to the winch (no power to the motors) and just use the winch out button/rocker switch. This still will activate the air solenoid (using signal voltage) and releases the brake and your vehicle and only pulls out rope for the amount of drop your vehicle needs or moves. This means compared to normal winching you do not get overrun or excess rope causing hard snatching and jerking as the vehicle takes up the slack rope that has been spooled out. The air brakes also have a gradual on and off action to them. The brake can be adjusted for the weight of your vehicle or how you like your brake to operate, by adding or removing springs.

We would expect a set of brake pads to last at least 24 months under regular use due to the material they are made from. Brake pad sets and all spare parts can be ordered if needed.

COLOUR

At RED Winches we recognise that our trademark RED & BLACK colour scheme might not work with your vehicles colour so we now offer a choice of anodised colours to suit your needs.

Please choose your colour option from the menu.

DRIVE PULLEYS

The COBRA3 uses a pulley and drive belt arrangement to transfer the drive from the motor down to the driveshaft and gearbox. The aluminium pulleys now have splined steel inserts to make fitting and removal easier for servicing.

 

FREESPOOL

The COBRA3 is available with either manual or air freespool option. The air freespool is an all new design that has no external moving parts, making it more robust in harsh conditions. Please choose your option from the menu.

If you choose the air freespool option you will also need a way to actuate this. We recommend using an air solenoid valve like this one – https://www.red-winches.com/product/airtac-solenoid-valve-12v-24v/?swcfpc=1

If you need one please choose an option from the menu.

WINCH CONTROL 

At RED Winches we understand that many customers already have integrated winch control in their vehicles or have a preferred winch control method. Because of this the COBRA3 is supplied without a control system. If you need one please choose an option from the menu.

MOUNTING/DIMENSIONS

The COBRA3 can be mounted in a variety of ways with M12 mounting points on the front, bottom and back of the winch chassis. As the gears run in grease not oil the COBRA3 can be mounted laid on it’s back or even upside down if you need to. The RED Winches air brake unit is bi directional so you can even mount the COBRA3 back to front if you want to!

Standard Drum – 254mm X 114.5mm (10″ x 4 1/2″)
Medium Length Drum – 331mm X 114.5mm (13″ x 4 1/2″)
XL Drum – 397mm X 114.5mm (15 5/8″ x 4 1/2″)

For the full drawings of each model of the COBRA3 please see the manual in the downloads tab.

MANUFACTURING 

All RED Winches components are machined in our factory in Chard, Somerset, United Kingdom.
All RED Winches are assembled and tested in our factory in Chard, Somerset, United Kingdom

COBRA3: WHAT YOU WILL GET

Anodised RED CNC Machines solid billet housings

RED Winch air brake system
Ox motor – The ultimate winch motor
Air solenoid for automatic brake operation
Albright heavy-duty DC182 Ultimate solenoid
Efficient, low resistance copper bus bar system
Aluminium fairlead – Much better for your synthetic rope

As with all our winches, the Cobra 2 winch does not come with a rope, this has to be purchased separately.

SHIPPING WEIGHTS

Standard Drum Length – Nett Weight: 38.2kg (84.2lbs), Gross Weight: 43.2kg (95.2lbs)
Medium Drum Length – Nett Weight: 41.2kg (90.8lbs), Gross Weight: 46.2kg (102lbs)
XL Drum Length – Nett Weight: 42.1kg (92.8lbs), Gross Weight: 47.1kg (104lbs)

OUR PROMISE

We are confident to stand behind our products.
All RED Winches are backed with a 2-year mechanical warranty. This covers all mechanical parts.
Wearing parts, bearings, brake pads, etc are excluded, as are electrical components, motors and solenoid packs

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ELECTRICAL POWER

The 12v electrical power behind this winch is currently supplied by our mighty OX motor via your vehicle electrical system. For this 12v version of the Cobra3you will need a strong 12v DC supply from your vehicle. The Albright motor solenoid fitted to the back of the OX Motor is used to switch direction of the motor and to also provide a feed to the 12v air brake air solenoid. These are all proven components and widely available and have been used extensively in the competition and motorsport industry by RED Winches for many years.

Pulling power of the winch can be variable due to the quality and capacity of the electrical winch system on your vehicle and the quality of the components used. Combine this with the scale of electrical losses or inefficiencies in the wiring systems.

We always test with two 85Ah batteries as a minimum, giving a 12V DC supply.

Power (+) and ground (-) connections using 50mm2 cable as a minimum, 70mm2 recommended.

 

With any electric winch we recommend fitting a suitably rated isolator in the power supply. Please see the configurator menu for the isolator package.

 

PNEUMATIC SUPPLY

You will only need a small compressor on your vehicle to run this winch.
This will supply the air brake with enough air to operate

5 bar (70psi) is all you will need to operate the winch, maximum 8 bar.
No air tank is needed, but is generally a good idea if you want to use your compressor for other features like inflating tyres or other equipment.
As a guide, an ARB CKSA12 compressor is a good option.

DRUM CAPACITY & PULLING CAPACITY

The drum can hold many options of ropes. Sizes and options are available dependant on your drum length chosen, please see winch configuration options for all options.

Line pulling power with electric winches as you probably know depends heavily on the quality of your electrical setup on your vehicle.

We recommend a good 12v alternator (180A as a minimum) charging the winch batteries.
Two batteries of a minimum of 75Ah capacity each, giving you the 12v DC supply you need.
At least 50mm² high quality, high load electrical cable, 70mm² is recommended.
Clean electrical joints and if in areas prone to water joints should have conductive grease applied.

All our winches are now supplied with Plasma Locks to hold the rope onto the drum, proven and very reliable. They are a simple solution to ensure you always have the minimum amount of line wraps on your winch drum. With the Plasma Lock installed you can pull your line to your anchor point with confidence that it won’t leave you without any line on the drum and come off in your hand. The Plasma lock has been designed for a variety of line gauges and you can feel confident that at least 8-10 wraps remain on your drum, reducing greatly the chances of a slippage. Supplied free of charge with every winch:
https://www.red-winches.com/products/plasma-lock/184/

GEARBOX

The gearbox has been specifically designed for strength, power and ease of service.
The gears are manufactured from chromium molybdenum steel and case hardened to give maximum strength (Up to 1230 N/mm2) and excellent durability.
The gearbox runs in grease not oil making it much easier to service in the field.

The gearbox main ring gear runs within a large plain bearing, giving the COBRA3 a world class drum freespool operation.

MOUNTING PATTERN

Standard Drum – 254mm X 114.5mm (10″ x 4 1/2″)
Medium Length Drum – 331mm X 114.5mm (13″ x 4 1/2″)
XL Drum – 397mm X 114.5mm (15 5/8″ x 4 1/2″)

SERVICEABILITY

The COBRA3 has been designed with all off-roading in mind.

Ease of servicing was one of the top priorities at RED Winches.

The Air brake system is behind the end cover, very easy to access in a matter of minutes.

OUR PROMISE

We are confident to stand behind our products in competition use. All RED Winch COBRA3’s are backed with a 2-year mechanical warranty. This covers all mechanical parts. Wearing parts, bearings, brake pads etc are excluded, as are electrical components, motors and solenoid packs

 

FOOD FOR THOUGHT WHEN WINCHING……

The length of cable you spool out also affects the power of the pull.

All electric winches are rated based on only one full wrap left on the drum or bottom layer as some call it.

The less line you reel out, the less power you’ll get.

For a maximum pull from your winching situation, unwind enough cable to leave only one layer on the drum. If your anchor point is too close to spool out enough rope, double the line with a Snatch Block or Snatch Ring.

Another trick to squeeze the most power out of your winch is to get the stuck vehicle rolling. A rolling load feeds and helps the momentum of the initial pull and eases the strain on your winch. Before starting the recovery, dig out around the tires or build a rock ramp to give the stuck vehicle some traction as it begins to move.

As your winch works harder, it generates more heat. In order to prevent overheating keep an eye on the temperature of the motor, take breaks if you’re pulling over a long distance and let the motor cool before starting again. Heat in the motor is generated from power being drawn from your batteries, the lower the voltage on your batteries the hotter the motor will get. DO NOT winch hard if your voltage is not at 24v or more. If it drops below 21.5v while winching then you need to stop winching and wait for your batteries to recover.

Winching places a heavy load on your electrical system, so keep your engine running to prevent a complete drain of your batteries. In some cases, a stock battery may not provide enough capacity to power a heavy winching at maximum pull. Some Off-road / 4×4 people swap the stock battery for a heavy duty one, or they install a second battery solely to help with the deep cycle winching puts on batteries and to help the capacity of the electrical system.

Your winch has incredible potential if you know how to get the most power out of it

OPERATION – SAFETY – IMPORTANT

This winch is part of a range of winches produced by RED Winches Ltd that are designed for high speed and high power. This winch will pull rope onto its drum quicker than most winches and with good power.

If operated without care and attention this winch could easily damage fingers, hands and in some cases eyesight.

The winch is powered by DC voltage. The current draw on this DC voltage can be high so care and attention must be taken when operating the winch that the electrical power to the motors is not exposed to the operator.
The winch should only be operated by a person who has been authorised to do so or has been trained and responsible to operate it safely.

WARNING!

THIS WINCH IS ONLY SUITABLE FOR WINCHING SITUATIONS / APPLICATIONS / USE

Ensure all fasteners and connections are adequately connected or secured before using the winch
Maintain the equipment in good condition (use an authorised servicing agent if required)
Replace or repair damaged parts.
Use genuine parts only. Unauthorised parts may be dangerous and will invalidate any warranty.
Use a qualified person to lubricate if required and maintain the equipment.
Before use, ensure all parts are clean and free of contamination / dirt.
DO NOT use solvent cleaners to clean this winch, clean soapy water only.

DO NOT use high pressure jets on the joints of this winch, wash with sponge only.

Use the equipment in a suitable work or operational area, keep winching controls clean and tidy and free from contaminating materials, and ensure that there is adequate lighting while setting and operating the winch.

Keep the winch and winch rope clean for best and safest performance.
DO NOT exceed the rated capacity of the winch, asses your recovery prior to doing it

When operating remove any ill-fitting clothing. Remove ties, watches, rings and other loose jewellery, and contain long hair.
Maintain correct balance and footing, do not overreach.

Ensure the floor / ground is not slippery and wear appropriate footwear.
Before using the winch check that there are no overhead or surrounding obstructions.
The speed during operation must be kept steady and constant.

DO NOT generate sudden movements or shock loads.
DO NOT use the winch for a task it is not designed to perform.

DO NOT use this winch as a lifting device, it is not a hoist.
DO NOT use the equipment if damaged.
DO NOT exceed the rated capacity of the equipment.
DO NOT use the equipment when you are tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or intoxicating medication.
DO NOT allow untrained persons to use the equipment unsupervised
DO NOT attempt to transport a load outside JLR designated safe load / unload areas.
DO NOT make any modifications to the equipment

DO NOT operate the winch and handle the synthetic rope without approved
winching gloves and appropriate PSE

Product Downloads

COBRA3 workshop Manual

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