WARN VR EVO 12 12,000lb (5,443kg) Steel Cable Winch

WARN VR EVO 12 12,000lb (5,443kg) 12V Steel Cable Winch — Series-Wound, IP68, Albright Contactor, Lifetime Warranty

The WARN VR EVO 12 is built for 3/4-ton and 1-ton pickups and large-frame rigs that demand longer, heavier pulls. With a powerful series-wound motor, fast line speed, lower amp draw, and IP68 waterproof construction, the VR EVO is the hardest-working standard-duty winch WARN has ever made — this is the steel cable variant for operators who prefer the durability and abrasion resistance of wire rope.

What’s Included:

• 85ft x 3/8" Steel Cable
• Roller Fairlead
• 2-in-1 Wired & Wireless Remote (11.5ft / 3.5m corded lead)
• Mounting Hardware

Key Features:

• 12,000lb (5,443kg) Pulling Capacity: Built for 3/4-ton and 1-ton pickups and large-frame rigs requiring longer, heavier pulls.
• Series-Wound Motor: Powerful motor delivers faster line speed under load with lower amp draw — max 396A at 12,000lb.
• 3-Stage Planetary Gear Train (234:1): Smooth, reliable, and durable — engineered for maximum pulling performance.
• IP68 Waterproof Construction: Fully sealed to IP68 standard — submersible protection against water, mud, and dust.
• Albright® Contactor: High-performance, ultra-reliable contactor inside a relocatable control pack — ideal for low-profile installations.
• One-Piece Cast Aluminium Tie-Plate: Added strength and durability for the most demanding recovery loads.
• 85ft Steel Cable: 3/8" steel cable — tough, abrasion-resistant, and proven in the field.
• 2-in-1 Wired & Wireless Remote: Corded remote with 11.5ft lead — operate from inside or outside the vehicle.
• Spring Brake + Free Spooling: Reliable load holding and fast rope deployment in the field.
• Lifetime Warranty (Mechanical) / 7-Year Warranty (Electrical): WARN’s best-in-class warranty coverage.

Specifications:

• Pulling Capacity: 12,000lb (5,443kg)
• Voltage: 12V DC
• Motor: Series Wound
• Gear Train: 3-Stage Planetary (234:1)
• Line: 85ft x 3/8" Steel Cable
• Fairlead: Roller
• Contactor: Albright® (relocatable)
• Remote: 2-in-1 Wired & Wireless (11.5ft corded lead)
• Max Line Speed: 4.0 ft/min at 12,000lb
• Max Amp Draw: 396A at 12,000lb
• Mounting Pattern: 10" x 4.5" (4-hole)
• Brake: Spring
• Drum: Steel
• Waterproof Rating: IP68
• Weight: 33.39kg
• Origin: USA
• SKU: 103254
• Warranty: Lifetime (mechanical) / 7 years (electrical)

⚠️ Please Note: This winch requires a compatible bumper or mounting plate for proper vehicle fitment.

The hardest-working standard-duty winch WARN has ever made — steel cable durability and serious recovery power for 3/4-ton and 1-ton rigs.