The towing winch used to retract and release the underwater towed body is an important device to ensure the normal operation of the underwater towing system. Therefore,in order to improve the shock resistance of towing winch and provide reference for the design of towing winch,the shock environment is determined according to “BV043” and “GJB1060” standards. The shock resistance ability of the towing winch is simulated through time-domain analysis method by the finite element software of ABAQUS. The strength of towing winch subjected to vertical,transverse and longitudinal impact loads are checked. The results show that the stress of the towing winch structure is within the allowable stress rang,which meets the shock resistance criterion of the code,and the maximum stress position is different under different impact directions. The acceleration response law of the winch equipment varies greatly with different installation positions,the attenuation law of the control cabinet and hydraulic values fixed on the support bracket is obvious,and the anti-loosening motor suspended on the fairlead is not easy to enter a stable state.