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he most suitable type of battery for powering a windlass is an engine starter-type (cranking) battery with a high CCA (Cold Cranking Amps) rating, as their thin plates are specifically designed to provide high current for short periods. Yes, there are plenty of semi-traction batteries available that will perform reasonably as both domestic and starter batteries and even deep-cycle domestic batteries will start an

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