Warn 97740 16.5ti-S Heavyweight 12V Electric Winch – 16,500 lb Synthetic Rope

The Warn 97740 16.5ti-S Heavyweight Winch is the most powerful truck winch in the WARN lineup, engineered for the biggest, heaviest vehicles and the most demanding recovery situations. Delivering a massive 16,500-pound rated line pull, this 12-volt electric winch is built for serious off-road, commercial, and heavy-duty recovery applications.

This model comes factory-equipped with 80 feet of lightweight, high-strength Spydura® Pro synthetic rope and an 18,000-lb rated WARN EPIC hook. A built-in thermometric LED indicator provides real-time feedback during winching operations, helping protect the motor under extreme loads. Featuring a powerful series-wound motor, three-stage planetary geartrain, and WARN’s best-in-class mechanical cone brake, the 16.5ti-S delivers unmatched pulling performance, reliability, and control.

Note: A compatible winch mount is required for installation.

Key Features

• Massive 16,500 lb rated line pull

• Includes 80 ft of 3/8" Spydura® Pro synthetic rope

• 18,000 lb capacity WARN EPIC hook included

• Thermometric LED indicator for operator feedback

• Heavy-duty large-frame winch with feet-forward mounting

• Reliable contactor-based electrical control system

• Best-in-class automatic mechanical cone brake

• Designed for extreme-duty trucks and recovery vehicles

Technical Specs

• Product Line: 16.5ti-S Heavyweight

• Type: Electric

• Mount Type: Vehicle Mounted

• Voltage: 12V

• Motor Type: Series Wound

• Motor Output: 4.6 HP

• Electrical Controls: Contactor

• Drive Style: 3-Stage Planetary

• Gear Ratio: 315:1

• Brake Type: Automatic Mechanical Cone

• Freespooling: Yes (Rotating Ring Gear)

Line, Drum & Fairlead

• Rope Material: Spydura® Pro Synthetic

• Rope Diameter: 3/8 in

• Rope Length: 80 ft

• Drum Diameter / Length: 3.5 in / 8.2 in

• Fairlead Style: Aluminum Hawse

Performance & Electrical

• Rated Line Pull: 16,500 lb (7,484 kg) single line

• Remote Type: Wired Handheld Remote w/ LED Indicator

• Remote Cord Length: 12 ft

• Recommended Battery: Minimum 650 CCA

• Battery Leads: 2-Gauge, 72 in

Mounting & Dimensions

• Bolt Pattern: 4.5 in x 10 in

• Finish: Argent Gray Powder Coat

• Weight: 104 lb

• Quantity: Complete Kit

Minor Fitment Notes

• Requires a compatible heavy-duty winch mounting system

• Designed for large trucks, commercial rigs, and heavy off-road vehicles

• Professional installation strongly recommended

Warranty

• Mechanical Components: Limited Lifetime Warranty

• Electrical Components: Limited 7-Year Warranty