WARN M12 Heavyweight Winch 12,000 lb Steel Rope – 17801

The WARN M12 (M12000) Heavyweight Winch is a true workhorse designed for full-size trucks, recovery vehicles, and heavy-duty off-road rigs. Delivering a powerful 12,000 lb single-line pulling capacity, the M12 offers the ideal balance of torque, durability, and performance for demanding winching applications.

Built around a large-frame architecture, the M12 is engineered to handle higher winch loads with confidence. A series-wound motor delivers strong pulls and fast no-load retrieval, while the 3-stage planetary geartrain ensures smooth, reliable operation. The remote-mount control box allows flexible installation options, and the automatic mechanical cone brake provides superior load control. Finished in an argent gray powder coat, the M12 is built to last in harsh environments.

Key Features

• 12,000 lb single-line pulling capacity

• 12V electric heavyweight recovery winch

• Large-frame design for heavy-duty applications

• Series-wound motor for strong, consistent pulls

• Durable 3-stage planetary geartrain

• Automatic mechanical cone brake for controlled winching

• Remote-mount control box for flexible mounting options

• 125 ft of 3/8-inch steel wire rope

• Roller fairlead included

• Chip-resistant powder-coated finish

Technical Specifications

• Voltage: 12V DC

• Motor Output: Approx. 4.6 HP

• Gear Ratio: 261:1

• Drive Style: 3-stage planetary

• Brake Type: Automatic mechanical cone

• Free Spooling: Yes (rotating ring gear clutch)

• Rated Line Pull: 12,000 lbs

• Line Speed (Max Load): 3.86 ft/min

• No-Load Line Speed: Approx. 30 ft/min

• Rope Diameter: 3/8 in

• Rope Length: 125 ft

• Rope Material: Steel

• Fairlead Type: Roller

• Mounting Pattern: 4.5 × 10 inches

• Recommended Battery: Minimum 650 CCA

• Battery Leads: 2-gauge, 72 in

• Finish: Argent Gray Powder Coat

• Weight: Approx. 133–136 lbs

• Mounting Hardware: Included (winch mount sold separately)

What’s Included

• WARN M12 Heavyweight Winch

• 125 ft Steel Wire Rope

• Roller Fairlead

• Wired Handheld Remote (12 ft cord)

• Control Pack

• Mounting Hardware

• Installation Instructions

Warranty

• Limited Lifetime Warranty on Mechanical Components

• Limited 7-Year Warranty on Electrical Components