Warn 96805 VR8-S 8000lb Winch

The new WARN VR8 offers enhanced styling, upgraded performance, and legendary WARN reliability that you can trust. The new convertible control pack has a tactical look and allows upright or low-profile mounting configurations. A waterproof Albright® contactor provides the most reliable winch control available. The one-piece tie plate replaces multiple tie bars for increased strength, and a best-in-class cone brake holds the full-rated load. The VR8 also offers the fastest no-load line speed in the VR family.

• 8,000 lb. capacity
• Black tactical look puts you at the head of the off-road pack
• Waterproof Albright® contactor control for the ultimate in reliability
• One-piece tie plate replaces tie rods for added strength and rigidity
• Convertible control pack allows upright or low-profile winch mounting
• Durable steel rope
• Powerful, efficient series-wound motor
• Best-in-class load-holding cone brake for superior control
• Designed, engineered, and field tested by Warn engineers in Clackamas, OR
• Class-leading limited lifetime warranty

VR8 Specs/Part Numbers

• Winch model: VR8
• Part number: PN 96800
• Rated line pull: 8000 lbs. (3629 kgs)
• Motor: 12V DC, Series Wound
• Electrical controls: Contactor
• Remote Control: Remote switch, 12 ft. (3.7m) Lead
• Geartrain: 3-Stage Planetary
• Gear ratio: 216:1
• Clutch (freespooling): Rotating ring gear clutch
• Brake: Automatic Direct Drive Cone
• Drum diameter/Length: 2.5"/9.0" (6.73cm/23cm)
• Weight: 71.25 lbs. (32.3 kgs); Net product: 65.16 lbs. (29.5 kgs)
• Rope: Wire: 94', 5/16" diameter (24.38m, 8mm diam.)
• Fairlead: Cast Iron Hawse
• Recommended Battery: 650 CCA minimum for winching
• Battery leads: 0.98" x 6.5' (25mm x 2m)
• Finish: Powder coat over primer undercoating
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime

Amazon's Price:

The WARN ER EVO 10-S Standard Duty Winch with a synthetic rope has an 10, 000 lb. capacity and has an idea weight capacity and line speed for 1/2-ton pickup trucks, jeeps, and larger SUVs. The high-performance Albright contactor delivers maximum reliability and is inside the control pack that can be relocated for low-profile installations. Included is a state-of-the-art, two-in-one remote with wired and wireless options for added ease of use and versatility. This winch features an IP68-rated waterproof construction that keeps the elements out, and a durable, one-piece cast-aluminum tie-plate for extra strength and durability. A powerful series-wound motor and planetary gear train deliver faster line speed under load, with lower amp draw. These winches are designed, engineered, and tested in the USA by WARN engineers and have a limited lifetime for mechanical parts and 7 years on the electrical. With its fast line-speed and lower amp draw, the VR EVO series of winches are the hardest-working standard-duty winches we’ve ever made, with tactical styling that looks great up front and at a price that won’t pull you out of your budget.

• Standard duty winch with a synthetic rope and an 10, 000 lb. capacity; Ideal for 1/2-ton pickup trucks, jeeps, and larger SUVs.
• Powerful series-wound motor and planetary gear train deliver faster line speed under load, with lower amp draw.
• High-performance Albright contactor delivers maximum reliability; Control packs can be relocated for low-profile installations.
• Features IP68-rated waterproof construction, two-in-one remote with wired and wireless options, and one-piece cast-aluminum tie-plate.
• Designed, engineered, and tested in the USA; Limited lifetime for mechanical parts and 7 years on electrical

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