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12,000 lb Steel Cable Winch | DV8 Offroad

SKU: WB12SC GTIN: 756519630626
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Universal fit. Wiring to battery required. Steel cable winch. Includes steel roller fairlead. Not compatible with hawse fairleads for synthetic rope.

  • Year/Make/Model Universal
  • Fitment Direct Bolt-On, Battery Wiring Required
  • Estimated Install Expect 1 Hour Installation

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: Do I need to upgrade my battery or alternator to reliably run a 12,000 lb winch?
A: Under hard pull, a 12K winch draws 400 to 500 amps at peak. Your stock battery handles normal recovery bursts. Keep the engine running during a recovery to let the alternator contribute. For multiple long pulls in a short period, a dual battery setup is worth the investment.

Q: What fairlead do I need for steel cable vs synthetic rope?
A: Roller fairlead for steel cable. A hawse fairlead causes excessive wear on steel cable and is designed for synthetic rope only. Using the wrong fairlead damages your line.

Q: Can this winch overheat if I do several long pulls back-to-back?
A: Yes. Winch motors generate significant heat under sustained load. Allow a cool-down period between pulls. A hot motor has reduced output and can be damaged if pushed past its thermal limits.

Q: What's the correct way to spool steel cable to prevent it from digging into itself under load?
A: Spool in under light tension with someone guiding the cable evenly across the drum with a gloved hand. Uneven layering causes the cable to dig in under load and reduces pulling efficiency.
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Pull Capacity
1 930
Build Quality
1 850 1000
Recovery Readiness
1 860

12,000 lb Steel Cable Winch for Bronco Owners Who Prefer Steel Over Synthetic

The DV8 Offroad 12,000 lb Steel Cable Winch gives Bronco owners running a winch-ready bumper a solid recovery winch matched to the DV8 system. 12,000 lb pulling capacity handles recovery situations without strain. Steel cable included. Fits the standard 10 x 4.5 inch winch bolt pattern used in DV8 bumpers and most aftermarket winch-ready bumpers.

Steel Cable With a Roller Fairlead
Includes a steel roller fairlead. Not compatible with hawse fairleads designed for synthetic rope. Includes wired and wireless remotes. 3-stage planetary gear reduction at a 256:1 ratio. Wiring to the battery is required. Budget approximately 1 hour and have basic wiring tools on hand.

Before You Order
Confirm your bumper's winch cradle accepts a 10 x 4.5 inch bolt pattern before ordering.

What's Included

  • DV8 12,000 lb Steel Cable Winch
  • Steel cable
  • Steel roller fairlead
  • Wired remote
  • Wireless remote
  • Hardware kit

Key Specs

  • Capacity: 12,000 lb
  • Rope: Steel cable
  • Gear ratio: 256:1, 3-stage planetary
  • Mounting foot pattern: 10 x 4.5 inches
  • Install time: 1 hour, wiring to battery required
  • Type Winch
  • GTIN 756519630626
  • Material Steel, Micro-texture black powder coat

CALIFORNIA PROP 65 WARNING

WARNING: Handling passenger or off-highway motor vehicle parts can expose you to chemicals such as phthalates and lead, which can cause cancer and reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, service the vehicle in a well-ventilated area, wear gloves, and wash your hands. For more information see www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/motor-vehicle-parts.
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