Wesco 273516 Counter Balance Hand Winch Lifter – 400 lb Capacity

Wesco Counter Balance Hand Winch Lifter – 400 lb Capacity, High-Reach Manual Lift with Invertible Forks | 273516

The Wesco Counter Balance Hand Winch Lifter (273516) is built for jobs where you need clear, unobstructed access under the load—places a standard straddle-leg lifter can’t go. With a true counterbalance design, this unit lets you reach under racks, machinery, conveyors, and fixtures without interference, making it a go-to tool for maintenance, installations, and production work.

Constructed from a combination of aluminum and steel, this lifter balances strength with maneuverability. It delivers a 400 lb capacity with 4" x 22.5" x 1.75" forks and an 11.25" load center, giving you solid control over compact, dense loads. The forks can be inverted to provide two lift-height configurations, increasing flexibility across applications.

This model offers a maximum lift range of 99" to 120.5" and a lowered height range of 2" to 25", so it can pick loads from near floor level and position them at ideal working or installation height. A hand winch crank raises the carriage smoothly and locks to secure it in place, preventing accidental lowering while you work.

Mobility is handled by 5" polyurethane rear swivel casters with brakes and 4" front wheels, giving you good maneuverability and floor protection with positive stopping when needed. Top-of-frame rollers allow the unit to be laid horizontally for transport, making it easier to load into service vehicles or store between jobs.

With overall dimensions of 29" W x 68" H x 47" L, the 273516 stays compact enough for tight aisles and crowded work areas while still offering serious vertical reach and capability.

Specifications
♦  Overall dimensions: 29" wide x 68" high x 47" long. 
♦  Maximum Lift Range: 99" to 120.5".
♦  Lowered Height Range: 2" to 25".
♦  Fork size: 4" wide x 22.5" long x 1.75" high
♦  11.25" load centers.
♦  400 pounds capacity.
♦  5" polyurethane rear swivel casters with brakes and 4" front wheels.
♦  Winch crank handle locks to secure carriage.
♦  Top of frame rollers facilitate laying the truck horizontally for transport. 
♦  Part number 273516 and model number HWLCB-4.

Options
♦  Removable 20.5" wide x 24.25" long steel platform that fits over forks is available.