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Tom's Winch Guide
Every vehicle that see it's fair share of backroads or trails should have a winch. It is hands down one of the most versatile off road tools you can possess. Not only can it pull you or your friends out of a sticky situation, but it can also handle heavy lifting, clear debris and broken vehicles from the road or trail. There are many electric off road winches on the market today. Finding the one that suites your needs is dependent on the intended use, vehicle size and conditions that you're most likely to face. Consider how often you go off roading, and what types of conditions you are most likely to face. Will you be wheeling through the heavily forrested and sometimes wet trails in the Appalachians? Or creeping through a dry narrow boulder field in the Rockies? Winches these days come with a wide variety of features that give you the definite edge in various conditions. Advanced Technology in Power, Speed, Vesatility, Reliability and Performance are all factors to be considered. Tom's Winch Guide features some of the best and most popular winch options on the market!
Warn Industries
Warn is the leading manufacturer in winches, recovery gear and off road equipment. Originally developing lockout hubs in 1948, then winches in 1959, Warn has been at the forefront of the off road industry ever since. Designed to preform in adverse conditions and built to last, Warn is the brand of choice of many professional and avid off roaders. Warn manufactures a wide array of off road, military and commercial winch applications. Their wide selection of winches and off road gear allows you to customize your vehicle's equipment to acutely suit your specific needs. If reliability, durability and dependability are important factors for you when deciding on an off road winch? Look no further than Warn.
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Fastest line speed, longest wire rope, legendary performance Loved by off-roaders who compete, it's our fastest winch. No-load retrieval line speed of 73.4' per minute. Line capacity is long - 150' of 5/16" wire rope. Our original 8,000 lb. capacity off-road winch.
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$1,899.95 |
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Air up four 35" tires in 8 minutes-or less Versatility times two. A best-in-class air compressor and a powerful WARN winch in one versatile unit. Whether you're winching and airing up while off-roading; inflating a raft or air mattress; running a nail gun or impact wrench; the PowerPlant is the way to get things done.
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$1,498.79 |
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A compact, lightweight winch for rock crawlers Competitive rock crawling means tackling tough climbs, intense approach angles and tight turns. That's why rock crawling rigs need a low-profile, lightweight winch like the WARN 9.0Rc that delivers maximum power in a compact, 54-lb. unit. The 9.0Rc is a winch built for rock crawlers looking for efficiency, reliability and legendary WARN performance.
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$1,385.99 |
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Fast, powerful and reliable - for extreme conditions The fast, powerful 9.5xp Extreme Performance winch is designed for the serious off-roader who demands a winch that will perform under the most extreme conditions in the world. With 9,500 lbs. of pulling power and the fastest line speed of any WARN winch under load, the 9.5xp delivers extreme performance that eats up the competition-even in competition
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$1,235.99 |
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All the power and reliability of the XD9000i in a portable package. No-load retrieval line speed is fast-38 feet per minute. Integrated control pack protects the winch's electrical components, and the 4.6hp Series Wound motor delivers big torque and power. Plugs into any standard 2" Class III receiver hitch and gives you the ability to move the winch from the front or back of your rig. Power is supplied through quick connect plugs. A good choice for full-size rigs and heavier recovery situations. |
$1,228.79 |
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Compact, tough and reliable The M8000 winch has been trusted by off-roaders for over twenty years. This 8,000 lb. capacity winch offers outstanding reliability and value. Its low-profile design allows for a variety of mounting options, making it perfect for most trucks, Jeeps and SUVs.
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$999.99 |
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Long time best selling winch Long-time best seller. A durable 9,000 lb. winch with a compact body and separate control pack that allows you to use it in tight spaces. Comes with 100' of 5/16" wire rope. Backed by the Warn Limited Lifetime Warranty.
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$995.99 |
synthetic rope with polished aluminum hawse fairlead
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Rugged Ridge HD 10,500lb Winch, Synthetic Line PERFORMANCE 10,500 LB OFF ROAD WINCH, PREWOUND WITH SYNTHETIC ROPE, RUGGED RIDGE Lightweight. Durable. Tough. Affordable. The Performance 10500 LB Winch from Rugged Ridge is everything you could want in a competition winch. It is driven by a durable 6.6 HP Series Wound motor for long life and extra pulling power. A tough 3 Stage Planetary Gear box with a 218:1 gear ratio delivering power, and reliability on each and every pull. The Performance 10500 LB Winch has more power and exclusive features than any other winch in its price range: Stainless Steel Hardware- All the exterior winch body screws and bolts are Stainless steel to prevent rust and provide a long life. All Rugged Ridge synthetic rope style Winches include hawse fairleads. Special Solenoid for ease of use. |
$650.23 |
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Rugged Ridge HD 10,500lb Winch, Steel Line PERFORMANCE 10,500 LB OFF ROAD WINCH, PREWOUND WITH STEEL LINE, RUGGED RIDGE Lightweight. Durable. Tough. Affordable. The Performance 10500 LB Winch from Rugged Ridge is everything you could want in a competition winch. It is driven by a durable 6.6 HP Series Wound motor for long life and extra pulling power. A tough 3 Stage Planetary Gear box with a 218:1 gear ratio delivering power, and reliability on each and every pull. The Performance 10500 LB Winch has more power and exclusive features than any other winch in its price range: Stainless Steel Hardware- All the exterior winch body screws and bolts are Stainless steel to prevent rust and provide a long life. All Rugged Ridge steel line style Winches include roller fairleads. Special Solenoid for ease of use. |
$433.48 |
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Rugged Ridge HD 8,500lb Winch, Synthetic Line PERFORMANCE 8,500 LB OFF ROAD WINCH, PREWOUND WITH SYNTHETIC ROPE, RUGGED RIDGE Lightweight. Durable. Tough. Affordable. The Performance 8500 LB Winch from Rugged Ridge is everything you could want in a competition winch. It is driven by a durable 5.5 HP Series Wound motor for long life and extra pulling power. A tough 3 Stage Planetary Gear box with a 172.8:1 gear ratio delivering power, and reliability on each and every pull. The Performance 8500 LB Winch has more power and exclusive features than any other winch in its price range: Stainless Steel Hardware- All the exterior winch body screws and bolts are Stainless steel to prevent rust and provide a long life. All Rugged Ridge synthetic rope style Winches include hawse fairleads. Special Solenoid mounting brackets allow for multiple solenoid mounting points and the ability to tilt the Solenoid for ease of use. This tilt feature ensures that each Rugged Ridge winch can be used with almost all off road bumpers and over riders! Limited 2 year warranty against manufacturing defects (1 Year on electrical). Each winch has been independently tested to ensure they meet or exceed all specifications. |
$541.06 |
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Rugged Ridge HD 8,500lb Winch, Steel Line HEAVY DUTY 8,500 LB OFF ROAD WINCH, RUGGED RIDGE Durable. Tough. Affordable. The Heavy Duty 8500 LB Winch from Rugged Ridge is everything you could want in a winch. It is driven by a durable 5.5 HP Series Wound motor for long life and extra pulling power. A tough 3 Stage Planetary Gear box with a 172.8:1 gear ratio delivering power, and reliability on each and every pull. The Heavy Duty 8500 LB Winch has more power and exclusive features than any other winch in its price range: Stainless Steel Hardware- All the exterior winch body screws and bolts are Stainless steel to prevent rust and provide a long life. All Rugged Ridge steel cable style Winches include off road light mount roller fairleads allowing for the easy mount of two off road lights! Special Solenoid mounting brackets allow for multiple solenoid mounting points and the ability to tilt the Solenoid for ease of use. This tilt feature ensures that each Rugged Ridge winch can be used with almost all off-road bumpers and over riders! Limited 2 year warranty against manufacturing defects (1 Year on electrical). Each winch has been independently tested to ensure they meet or exceed all specifications. |
$344.23 |
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Rough Country 12000lb Electric Winch with Synthetic Line You'll never see a mud hole the same way again when you've got Rough Country Recovery Systems on your side. Our high-powered, high-quality recovery solutions are durable, strong, and sure to come in handy when the situation gets a little murky. Each unit features Series Wound motors which are extremely efficient at higher speeds and less prone to overheating compared to Permanent Magnet motors. Speeds range from 5.5 HP on 9,500lb capacity units to a staggering 6 HP on 12,000lb units. Better still, Rough Country Recovery Systems utilize a 3-stage planetary gear train boasting a 265:1 gear ratio; allowing enormous torque in such a small housing. All winches include a free wireless remote for easy operation, and a replaceable Clevis hook for convenience. |
$549.95 |
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Rough Country 12000lb Electric Winch You'll never see a mud hole the same way again when you've got Rough Country Recovery Systems on your side. Our high-powered, high-quality recovery solutions are durable, strong, and sure to come in handy when the situation gets a little murky. Each unit features Series Wound motors which are extremely efficient at higher speeds and less prone to overheating compared to Permanent Magnet motors. Speeds range from 5.5 HP on 9,500lb capacity units to a staggering 6 HP on 12,000lb units. Better still, Rough Country Recovery Systems utilize a 3-stage planetary gear train boasting a 265:1 gear ratio; allowing enormous torque in such a small housing. All winches include a free wireless remote for easy operation, and a replaceable Clevis hook for convenience. |
$399.95 |
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Rough Country 9500lb Electric Winch with Synthetic Line You'll never see a mud hole the same way again when you've got Rough Country Recovery Systems on your side. Our high-powered, high-quality recovery solutions are durable, strong, and sure to come in handy when the situation gets a little murky. Each unit features Series Wound motors which are extremely efficient at higher speeds and less prone to overheating compared to Permanent Magnet motors. Speeds range from 5.5 HP on 9,500lb capacity units to a staggering 6 HP on 12,000lb units. Better still, Rough Country Recovery Systems utilize a 3-stage planetary gear train boasting a 265:1 gear ratio; allowing enormous torque in such a small housing. All winches include a free wireless remote for easy operation, and a replaceable Clevis hook for convenience. |
$449.95 |
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Rough Country 9500lb Electric Winch You'll never see a mud hole the same way again when you've got Rough Country Recovery Systems on your side. Our high-powered, high-quality recovery solutions are durable, strong, and sure to come in handy when the situation gets a little murky. Each unit features Series Wound motors which are extremely efficient at higher speeds and less prone to overheating compared to Permanent Magnet motors. Speeds range from 5.5 HP on 9,500lb capacity units to a staggering 6 HP on 12,000lb units. Better still, Rough Country Recovery Systems utilize a 3-stage planetary gear train boasting a 265:1 gear ratio; allowing enormous torque in such a small housing. All winches include a free wireless remote for easy operation, and a replaceable Clevis hook for convenience.
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$299.95 |