OZK Customs + WARN Industries Winch EVO 12S

The Warn Industries VR EVO 12-S Winch is built for large frame rigs like 1-ton trucks and vans that require heavier pulls. With IP58-waterproof construction and reliable Albright contactor inside the control panel, this winch is designed to stand up to the toughest conditions your Van Life adventures can throw at it.

If you ever find yourself needing to recover your van from a tricky spot, you’ll want the best quality electric winch on your side. While there are cheaper winches on the market, these often come with intensive requirements for construction, and do not boast the time and industry-proven durability of the Warn 12,000 lb. electric winch. This tactical-styled beast of a winch comes with a state-of-the-art remote that offers both corded and remote functionality – which means you don’t have to stand right next to your rig as you are self-recovering.

The EVO 12S Winch is available with a 90’ synthetic or 85’ steel 3/8” cable with a 12,000 lbs. rated capacity. Here at OZK Vans we personally prefer the nylon/synthetic line, because it gives you the same pull-capacity as the steel cable, but without the bulk and weight. The purpose-designed planetary gear train and powerful series-wound motor means you get faster line speed under load, with lower amp draw. The rugged cast-aluminum tie plate is one piece for increased durability in extreme situations.

The Warn EVO 12S Winch fits any of the winch bumpers we install here at OZK Vans, like the Van Compass Winch Bumper, or the Backwoods Scout and Nomad Bumpers, or the Owl Vans Pismo bumpers! This is the winch you want if you find yourself needing to self-recover your van from an off-road adventure.

About Warn Industries has produced industry-leading off-road products since 1948. A trusted source for off-road components, Warn is known for durable and innovative construction. The Warn Industry electric winches offer the ultimate quality for heavy-duty applications, with a lifetime warranty on the mechanical components, and 7-year warranty on electrical components. The rugged reliability of Warn 12,000 winches makes it the leading brand for adventure and off-road needs.

You can farther off-grid and explore new territory with confidence with a Warn electric winch on your adventure camper van, knowing that whatever self-recovery situation you may find yourself in, if you are pushing the capability of your van or have possibly misjudged the condition of the not-road, you will have a winch powerful enough to get you back on track. The VR EVO 12S winch we recommend is one of the most technically advanced heavy-truck/van winches on the market and will give you the security and safety of being able to extricate your rig from unexpected circumstances.