WARN 22-23 Powersports Catalog

CHOOSING THE RIGHT WINCH: VRX VS. AXON

WINCH SPECIFICATIONS: AXON VS. VRX

Whether it’s a hard-working ATV or a dune-hopping UTV, different vehicles—and different tasks—require different winches. Warn offers its powersports winches in capacities ranging from 2,500 lbs. (1134 kg) all the way up to a massive 5,500 lbs. (2495 kg), with ultra-durable steel or lightweight, easy-to-handle synthetic rope.

But no matter which winch you choose, you’ll get IP68-rated waterproofing to keep the water and elements out; all-metal construction for the ultimate in durability; a three-stage planetary gear train for smooth and reliable operation; and an easy-to-turn clutch dial based on decades of WARN 4WD hub-lock know-how.

AXON 45 AXON 45-S AXON 45RC

VRX 25 VRX 25-S

VRX 35 VRX 35-S

VRX 45 VRX 45-S

AXON 35 AXON 35-S

AXON 55 AXON 55-S

Pulling Capacity

2,500 lbs

3,500 lbs

4,500 lbs

3,500 lbs

4,500 lbs

5,500 lbs

Semi-gloss black powdercoat

Finish

Satin black powder coat

PRODUCT LINE COMPARISON

Mechanical Warranty Electrical Warranty

Limited lifetime

3 year

FEATURES VRX

AXON

AXON 45 - 25.8 lbs AXON 45-S - 21.1 lbs AXON 45RC - 20.0 lbs AXON 45, 45-S - 15.0" x 4.6" x 4.8" AXON 45RC - 13.3” x 4.6” x 4.8” AXON 45, 45-S - 3.0" x 6.59" AXON 45RC - 3.0” x 4.87” AXON 45 - 1/4" x 50' wire AXON 45-S - 1/4” x 50’ Spydura synthetic rope AXON 45RC - 1/4” x 27’ Spydura synthetic rope

VRX 25 - 17.3 lbs VRX 25-S - 14.7 lbs

VRX 35 - 18.8 lbs VRX 35-S - 15.1 lbs

VRX 45 - 21.7 lbs VRX 45-S - 17.0 lbs

AXON 35 - 23.3 lbs AXON 35-S - 19.7 lbs

AXON 55 - 25.8 lbs AXON 55-S - 21.1 lbs

Weight

Available capacities (lbs.)

2,500, 3,500, 4,500

3,500, 4,500, 5,500

Suitable Vehicles

ATVs and 2 person UTVs

Large ATVs and 2 person and 4 person UTVs

Winch Dimensions (WxDxH)

13.1” x 4.7” x 4.7”

13.4" x 4.7" x 4.7"

15.0" x 4.7" x 4.7"

13.3" x 4.6" x 4.8"

15.0" x 4.6" x 4.8"

Anchoring System

Through-drum technology

Motor Type

Standard-duty permanent magnet

WARN patented Motactor — integrated high-performance motor and contactor

Mounting pattern

3.0" x 4.87"

3.0" x 6.59"

3.0" x 4.87"

3.0" x 6.59"

Contactor

External, remotely mounted contactor

WARN patented Motactor — integrated high-performance motor and contactor

VRX 25 — handlebar switch VRX 35 — handlebar switch VRX 45 — dash rocker and wired remote

AXON 35 — Rockerbar digital control switch and handlebar mount adaptor AXON 45 — Rockerbar digital control switch and HUB Wireless AXON 55 — Rockerbar digital control switch and HUB Wireless

Remote Control

VRX 25 - 3/16" x 50' wire VRX 25-S - 3/16” x 50’ synthetic rope

VRX 35 - 7/32" x 50' wire VRX 35-S - 3/16” x 50’ synthetic rope

VRX 45 - 1/4" x 50' wire VRX 45-S - 1/4” x 50’ synthetic rope

AXON 35 - 7/32" x 50' wire AXON 35-S - 3/16” x 50’ Spydura synthetic rope

AXON 55 - 1/4” x 50’ wire AXON 55-S - 1/4” x 50’ Spydura synthetic rope

Rope type

Performance Sensors

None

Actively monitors winch load, temperature, and vehicle battery condition

Winch Structural Bracing

Clutch Mechanism

Hub-lock based, easy-grip, protected clutch design

Zinc plated tie-rods

Tie plate

Wiring

4 - + & -, battery to contactor, contactor to winch

2 - +&-, battery to winch

Hook

Zinc plated

Black powder coat

VRX 25 - Roller VRX 25-S - Cast aluminum hawse

VRX 35 - Roller VRX 35-S - Cast aluminum hawse

VRX 45 - Roller VRX 45-S - Cast aluminum hawse

AXON 35 - Roller AXON 35-S - EPIC Pre- mium Hawse Fairlead Hub-lock based, easy-grip, recessed clutch design Rockerbar digital control switch and handlebar mount adaptor

AXON 45 - Roller AXON 45-S, 45RC- EPIC Premium Hawse Fairlead Hub-lock based, easy- grip, recessed clutch

AXON 55 - Roller AXON 55-S - EPIC Pre- mium Hawse Fairlead Hub-lock based, easy- grip, recessed clutch

Synthetic Rope

Standard-duty synthetic rope

Spydura synthetic rope

Fairlead

Hawse Fairlead

Cast aluminum hawse

Epic premium aluminum hawse

Hub-lock based, easy-grip, recessed clutch design

Clutch

Brake system

Integrated compact spring brake

Winch structural bracing

Tie rods

Tie plate

Dash-mounted rocker Wired remote

Rockerbar digital control switch and HUB Wireless

Winch Controls

Handlebar mini-rocker

Final point of assembly

WARN facility in Oregon, USA

Fasteners

All stainless steel

Powdered metal with bushings

Heat treated powdered metal with bushings

Sealing

IP68

Gears

Powdered metal

Corrosion resistance 240 hour salt spray

408 hour salt spray

Geartrain Gear ratio

3-stage planetary

153:1

198:1

168:1

239:1

Fasteners

All stainless steel

Integrated compact spring brake

Warranty Mechanical

Brake

Limited Lifetime

Limited lifetime

End housing

Die-cast aluminum Die-cast aluminum Die-cast aluminum Die-cast aluminum Die-cast aluminum Die-cast aluminum

Warranty Electrical 3 years

3 years

Durability

1100+ cycles

Corrosion resistance

240 hour salt spray

408 hour salt spray

STEEL VS. SYNTHETIC WINCH ROPE. WARN AXON and VRX winches are available with either steel rope or synthetic rope. But which one is right for you? Let’s look at some of the features and benefits of both. Steel rope is extremely durable, abrasion resistant, and is good for utility applications where the line may contact objects like stumps, rocks, and other things that rub against the rope. Of course it’s still a good choice for vehicle recovery, and has been used for decades by enthusiasts and workers alike. However, steel rope is heavier and less flexible than synthetic line. Steel rope is less expensive than synthetic rope.

Sealing

IP68

No Load Line Speed Full Load Line Speed

Synthetic rope is strong, lightweight, easy to handle, and it’ll even float on water making it great for vehicle recovery. Synthetic rope is more prone to damage by abrasion, and requires the use of the included abrasion sleeve when the rope comes into contact with an object. Additionally, synthetic rope should be inspected regularly for ultraviolet (UV) wear and is more expensive than steel rope. However, it’s a great choice for those who are looking to keep weight down, push the limits with their vehicle, and use the winch frequently.

17.5 ft/min

15.8 ft/min

16.2 ft/min

20.2 ft/min

16.3 ft/min

15.8 ft/min

AXON 45, 45-S - 6.7 ft/min AXON 45RC - 7.5 ft/min

6.8 ft/min

4.0 ft/min

4.3 ft/min

9.5 ft/min

4.8 ft/min

No Load Current Draw Full Load Current Draw

AXON 45, 45-S - 33 A AXON 45RC - 28 A

20 A

35 A

28 A

AXON 45, 45-S - 208 A AXON 45RC - 198 A

159 A

192 A

252 A

204 A

254 A

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