Buy new and second-hand cable laying equipment – Bagela cable pulling winches, cable pushers, auxiliary rope winches and cable reel trolleys, direct from specialist retailers. The expansion of fibre-optic and electricity networks requires machinery that can gently pull or push cables hundreds of metres through conduit pipes and trenches – with tension control, logging and without damaging the sheath. We stock cable laying equipment from Bagela (Wedel), GSK Baumaschinen in Hanhofen and Kraus Baumaschinen in Frankenthal – 30 kN cable pulling winches, cable pushers, auxiliary rope winches and matching cable drum trolleys.
Which machine for which stage of the laying process?
Cable pulling winches 20–50 kN: Bagela KW 3000 (30 kN) and RW 3000 – hydraulic winches with pull force limitation, logging and cable storage for medium-voltage and low-voltage cables, pipe bundles and long runs. Mounted on a chassis for road transport.
Cable pushers: Bagela BKS 800 H – pushes cables and empty conduits into pipes and trenches using a crawler drive, either on its own or as a booster in combination with the winch for long routes and bends.
Auxiliary cable winches: Bagela 50/03 – pulls the guide rope or light cables, for domestic connections, fibre-optic microducts and street lighting.
Reel transport: Bagela BKT 27 and Stema KT O2 cable reel trolleys (for reels up to 3.5 t, with hydraulic lifting and reel brake) mounted on construction machinery trailers; for trenchless crossings: ground rockets; for fibre-optic blowing: compressors with 10–14 bar mounted on construction compressors.
What we look out for in second-hand cable-laying equipment
Tensile force and limit: The tensile force limiter must cut out precisely – a cable pulled too tightly is a warranty claim. Check calibration and the log printer/data interface.
Cable, drum, drive: Tension cable (breaks, corrosion, length), cable storage and reeling mechanism, hydraulic unit (oil, leaks, pressure), drive motor (cold start, operating hours).
Pushing devices: tracks and pressure rollers (wear, rubber), pushing force during test run, control system and emergency stop.
Chassis and documentation: Trailer chassis with brakes, lighting, operating licence; CE marking, declaration of conformity, annual inspection as a winch (DGUV Regulation 54).
| Equipment | Power | Application | Models |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cable-pulling winch | 20–50 kN | Medium/low voltage, long runs | Bagela KW 3000, RW 3000 |
| Cable pusher | up to 8 kN thrust | Empty conduits, bends, amplifiers | Bagela BKS 800 H |
| Auxiliary winch | 3–5 kN | Fore-cable, fibreglass, domestic connection | Bagela 50/03 |
| Cable drum trolley | 2.7–3.5 t | Reel transport and unwinding | Bagela BKT 27, Stema KT O2 |
Brands and dealers
Bagela is the German specialist in cable laying technology and asphalt recyclers; other brands include Lancier Cable, Vetter and Plumettaz (fibre-optic blowing). Our dealers: GSK Baumaschinen in Hanhofen (new Bagela KW 3000, BKS 800 H, auxiliary winch) and Kraus Baumaschinen in Frankenthal (new and used Bagela equipment). Please enquire, specifying the cable type, route length and required pulling force.
Frequently asked questions about cable-laying technology
What pulling force does my cable winch need?
The maximum permissible pulling force depends on the cable (rule of thumb: 50 N/mm² of conductor cross-section for copper, less for aluminium and fibre optic cables). For low-voltage cables, 10–20 kN is usually sufficient; for medium-voltage cables and long pipe runs, 30–50 kN is required – the winch must limit and record the force.
Pulling or pushing?
Pulling with a winch is the standard method for long, straight routes; pushing with a cable pusher is used to complement this in bends, for long pipe runs and when it is not possible to feed in a pull rope. For very long distances, the winch and pusher work together.
How much does a cable-pulling winch cost?
New hydraulic winches with a capacity of 30 kN and force recording capabilities are in the mid five-figure range, whilst second-hand ones are cheaper; auxiliary cable winches and cable pushers are in the four- to low five-figure range. The main factors driving the price are pulling force, cable storage capacity, force recording capabilities and the chassis.
What inspections are required for a cable winch?
Winches must be inspected annually by a qualified person in accordance with DGUV Regulation 54; the pulling cable must be checked when it is due for replacement. CE marking and operating instructions must be provided.
Can I lease cable-laying equipment or finance it via hire purchase?
For many listings, you can submit a non-binding leasing or hire-purchase enquiry directly. You can clarify the terms and conditions with the dealer or their financing partner; the purchase and payment are handled directly between you and the seller.
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