Boat Lift Distributors | 6500 LB Classic Cradle Lift | Model BLD8000C1 | Width 9' | Capacity 6,500 lbs | Motor Power 1 HP | For Boathouse Installation
DESCRIPTION
Elevate your boathouse with the Boat Lift Distributors 6500 LB Classic Cradle Boat Lift, the ultimate heavy-duty solution for lifting and storing larger boats safely and effortlessly. Powered by a robust 1 HP heavy-duty TENV sealed motor paired with a reliable direct drive system, this cradle lift offers smooth, quiet, and efficient performance designed to stand the test of time.
Whether you own a spacious boathouse or plan to build one, this lift system is engineered for easy installation and minimal upkeep making boat storage a breeze. The 9-foot wide galvanized steel cradle beams provide superior support and stability for your craft, while the heavy-duty galvanized gear plate and aircraft-grade stainless steel cables ensure long-lasting strength and corrosion resistance.
Perfect for boat owners seeking dependable, rugged boat lifts, this classic cradle model handles boats up to 6,500 lbs with ease. It’s the trusted choice for enhancing the functionality and longevity of your boathouse, giving you peace of mind and convenience every time you dock.
Key Features
6500 LB Lift Capacity: Safely and securely lift large boats up to 6,500 pounds with confidence.
Powerful 1 HP TENV Sealed Motor: Industrial-grade, weather-resistant motor for dependable year-round use.
Direct Drive System: Provides enhanced mechanical efficiency and smoother operation with less maintenance.
Heavy-Duty Galvanized Gear Plate: Includes ductile iron bull gear and bronze worm gear for extreme tensile strength.
Durable 9’ Wide Cradle Beams: Galvanized steel beams (9' x 5" x 3") deliver unmatched stability and boat support.
150 ft Stainless Steel Aircraft Cable: Premium 1/4” 7x19 cable for superior strength and long-lasting corrosion resistance.
Grease-able Galvanized Pulleys: Four 4" yarding block pulleys and four cradle block pulleys ensure smooth cable movement.
Complete Hardware Package: Includes cable clamps, thimbles, “V” pipe supports, and chock brackets for hassle-free installation.
Smooth Operation with Cradle Guides (Optional): Prevent lateral boat movement for safer lift and storage.
Convenient Remote Control Option: Enhance usability by controlling the lift effortlessly from a distance.
Pontoon Chocks Available: Customize your lift for pontoon boats for optimal fit and protection.
Corrosion-Resistant Components: Galvanized and stainless steel parts resist rust and extend product life.
Easy Installation: Designed for a straightforward setup—typically completed in a few hours.
Minimal Maintenance Required: Durable construction reduces upkeep and operating costs.
Ideal for Boathouses & Marinas: Tailored for boat owners who demand reliability and ease in watercraft storage.
Detailed Specifications
Specification
Details
Lift Capacity
6,500 lbs
Motor Power
1 HP Heavy-Duty TENV Sealed Motor
Drive Type
Direct Drive
Cradle Beam Dimensions
9' x 5" x 3" Galvanized Steel Beams
Cable Length & Type
150 ft of 1/4” Stainless Steel 7x19 Aircraft Cable
Pulleys
Four 4" Galvanized Grease-able Yarding Block Pulleys + Four Galvanized Cradle Pulleys
Cable Clamps
Eight 1/4” Stainless Steel Cable Clamps
Thimbles
Four 1/4” Stainless Steel Thimbles
Gear Plate
1/4" Galvanized HD Plate with Ductile Iron Bull Gear and Bronze Worm Gear
Pipe Requirement
2” ID / 2-3/8” OD Schedule 40 Galvanized Pipe (Not Included)
Configuration
Single Line
Included Hardware
Complete Set Including “V” Pipe Supports and Chock Brackets
Manuals & Documents
General Warranty Info:
Ripping It Outdoors works closely with our manufacturers to supply and support your products warranty needs as best as possible!
The majority of products come with a manufacturer represented warranty against manufacturing defects for at least a 12 month period after the date of sale.
Expendable components and "wear parts" including but not limited to blades, knives, teeth, oil, chain sprockets, skid shoes, knife mounting discs, and similar components are usually excluded from manufacturer warranties.
Please reach out to us for any specific warranty information needed about products and parts you can’t find!
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Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.6 / 5 from 99 reviews.
I've started using the mulcher I on several parcels of land 10 acres . I have grind down a couple of 14 inch stumps. Caution the mount bracket behind the mulcher motor exhaust gets extremely hot even with gloves on . But the unit so far seems to works very good it's well put together.
The Firminator G3 is s heavy duty quality machine. The discs worked extremely well and planting and culti-packing is very smooth and easy. Working with Dillon at Ripping It Outdoors was a very good experience and seamless transaction.
Just got my Buffalo Turbine! Love it. Took a little bit to get used to getting the right angle for the nozzle, but not a problem. Side note, works much better if the frame is level as much as possible.
Love it!
Gary Haddock
Seems to be in order delivery wasn't able to use lift gate but tractor was able to take pallet off the truck bed. No damage to machine after visual check. won't know how it runs until rain stops.
Staff at RippingitOutdoors was very quick to call and double check the type of backet needed for the unit to ensure the online order matched( to fit my skid steer quick attachment on my l2501 Kubota). Explained the teeth & belt could be ordered through them directly over the phone when/if needed as well as selling other types of custom made brackets for Utv's ect. All around Great customer service and would purchase from again.
After spending way to much money for forest mulching services I discovered this wonderful machine. It's not a giant powerhouse forest mulcher, but it does everything a property owner needs to maintain a forested property. I wish I would have found it sooner.
The Firminator is well built and functions well. I am having some trouble while planting mixed size seeds. Next time out I’ll try setting it so only the smaller seeds drop out the open it up for the larger seeds.
easy buying process and great communication. Mulcher works great, easily clears overgrown brush and even mulched a 5" thick mulberry tree fairly easily. running it off of my old 331 bobcat with no problem powering the drum at all. Only small issue which isn't a big deal is that the supplied hoses are about 16" too short to operate a full range of motion.
Over all built well. I like it is all cast iron and metal and not plastic. Had to modify fertilizer disc mount to fit correctly, nothing major, a little grinding. I modified the center link hitch point to accommodate my John Deere quick hitch. Have yet to plant with it but I’m sure it will work perfect. Love the grease fittings everywhere. Reminds me of the old farm equipment I grew up on, and still use periodically.
My firminator RT was delivered in good condition in ND. I will be using it next week. I have a 45 HP John Deere tractor that is supposed to lift 2000 lb but really struggles to lift this 6 foot firminator RT. I will just have to use in as a two pass operation for now.
I do wish there was a better operating manual for this unit. Maybe that is something you can work on.
I will give you an update once I start using it in a few days.
Great piece of equipment. Performs far better than I expected. One piece of advice - if property is significantly overgrown, consider the tractor attachment first to bring down the over growth and then switch to the UTV attachment to maintain property. No complaints worked perfectly.
Put this on Kubota 900 with winch hookup. This thing is a beast (within reason). I named it ‘Homie”, cause Homie don’t play. It will take care of stuff up to about 2” in diameter. You still have to remember that this is NOT like the ones on a bobcat or larger machinery. It does have its limits. But all in all I am very satisfied with it. Now on to the good part! The staff at Ripping It are outstanding! Especially Kayla in the office. She has gone above and beyond on making sure everything went right, from ordering to questions about installation. This young lady would be of great value at ANY company ! Her knowledge and personality are like over the top. This is my first experience with Ripping It Outdoors and I can only say positive things about them. With all that being said, I do fill out reviews on things I buy, AND I give a honest review. If it’s bad then you will know it. But if it’s good, well I tell the truth ! Again Kayla, from the bottom of my heart, a great big THANK YOU for all your help and just talking to you. I feel like we’ve know each other for years!
TENT is easy to put up , material is tuff as told....only complaint is that i wish the bottom had about 3 to 4 inches overlap towards the inside so i could install a 2 x4 or something to help hold the tent down in high winds we have here in virginia thanks
Hi, my name is Ken. I’ve had a great experience with Ripping It Outdoors. I purchased a Forax Hp40 Mulcher for my mini excavator. Kayla Patterson is who I dealt with from the beginning until I received it at my house. She has been wonderful to work with and looking forward to working with her with any other orders I purchase. Kayla answered any questions I had and kept me updated throughout the whole process, can’t say it enough just a wonderful person to work with!!
These are great feeders if you don’t have any feral hogs but if the hogs tear off the wiring harness from the timer to the feeder motor, you’re disabled. Then, if you ask for help from Outback, they refer you to the dealer but really you’re on your own for parts and repairs.
I have three Outback feeders that work as designed. They’re 13 years old and have always served well but this feeder misses the mark by a very high margin. I’d NEVER buy this product again.
Feeders need to be dependable and this unit is not.
This is my first experience with Ripping It Outdoors. Fortunately I got Dillion as a representative and everything from sales to shipping was spot on..
Thanks Dillion for your help!!