Jeep Winches – WARN, Mile Marker, & Smittybilt Winch
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It’s a beautiful, sunny day. You’re hitting the trails in your Jeep, feeling the warm sun and a cool breeze (perfect combination). Then it happens – you get stuck. It can take hours and a lot of money to have a tow truck come get you out, but if you have a winch it’s a non-issue. For the February vote, you choose which of 3 great Jeep winches will be installed on this JK: WARN, Mile Marker, or Smittybilt.
A Jeep winch is a definite investment, but it’s one of those parts that can save you enormous amounts of money in the long run. You can’t always predict what the conditions are going to be when you’re off-roading; heck, that’s part of the fun! But when something unexpected happens and you get stuck in a remote location, towing fees can be outrageous. It’s so much easier and cheaper if you have a winch so you can pull yourself out.
Choose which of these 3 great Jeep winches you think should go on the JK:
WARN PowerPlant Dual Force HP Winch & Air Compressor
The obvious benefit of this WARN winch is that it’s not just a winch – it’s an air compressor too! That means with this one item you’ll be able to winch your vehicle, fill up any flat tires, and power air tools as well. No other winch is going to offer that kind of versatility. Plus, it won’t require any extra wiring or plumbing, making it an easy install.
Specs for the WARN PowerPlant winch:
- Rated Line Pull: 9,500 lbs
- Motor: 12v
- Horsepower: 4.6
- Gear Ratio: 156:1
- 5/16 inch Wire Rope: 125 ft
- Roller Fairlead
Mile Marker HI10500 Hydraulic Winch
It may not have an air compressor, but there are a couple of ways this Mile Marker winch sets itself apart. First of all, it has the highest load capacity with 10,500 lbs. But the biggest difference is that it’s a hydraulic winch, whereas the other two are electric. This means that you’ll never have to worry about running out of power when you’re winching. The winch hooks up to the power steering pump for a constant supply of energy. As long as the engine keeps running, so will the winch. And it even works in mud and water!
Specs for the Mile Marker HI10500 winch:
- Rated Line Pull: 10,500 lbs
- Voltage: 12v
- Gear Ratio: 6:1
- Wire Cable: 100 ft
- Roller Fairlead
Smittybilt XRC-10 Comp Series Winch
There are many people who like to keep things simple; if it’s too fancy, it’s not for them. This Smittybilt winch would fall under that category. There aren’t many bells and whistles. What you get is a straightforward, powerful winch that you will be able to rely on again and again. The muscle of this Smittybilt winch offers the heavy-duty toughness you need in a winching situation.
Specs for the Smittybilt XRC10 Winch:
- Rated Line Pull: 10,000 lbs
- Motor: 12v
- Horsepower: 5.5
- Gear Ratio: 218:1
- Synthetic Rope: 94 ft
- Aluminum Fairlead
As an extra feature, we’ll be installing the Bestop HighRock 4×4 slider step. These great Jeep parts act like a nerf bar when they’re in the up position. Then you can just slide it down and it’s a convenient step pad.
About Warn Industries: They started by producing locking hubs for WWII, but Warn Industries really made their name when they developed the first recreational winch in 1959.
About Mile Marker: Mile Marker is known as an innovator of high quality hydraulic winches. Today, Mile Marker is still the only approved winch for the US Military’s HMMWV (Humvee).
About Smittybilt: Basil Smith, the founder of Smittybilt, was one of the original four wheel drive enthusiasts. Today, his passion for creating 4wd equipment is evident in over 2,000 products.
Feb 25 @ 18:43pmlouvonniaEady says:
As a grandmother Ilove the Mile Marker, It looks like and probely drive like the wind.Loves to drive one of thoes bad boys.
Feb 25 @ 19:49pmpam hayden says:
warn is good
Feb 25 @ 19:59pmWilliam says:
We have found that the wern winch works best for us weather in Mud,snow or just having fun in the sand..
Feb 25 @ 21:32pmRichard says:
i voted the Smitty Built XRC 10,000 Becuase its the most basic winch with less parts to go wrong.
Feb 25 @ 22:51pmaddam says:
i have a smitybuilt xrc-8 on my 87 chevy. wouldnt trade it for ne thing it has performed great every time i’ve needed it. hope i win!
Feb 26 @ 00:21amDennis Lambert says:
The mile marker, is the way to go more powerful winch not draning the battery, you don’t have two batterys,or will it,, the jeep????????
Feb 26 @ 06:16amShane says:
I like the Warn. I know several people with them and they are rugged and dependable.
Feb 26 @ 06:42amBrian says:
Why not post the smittybilt winch with the air compressor? It is about 400 bucks cheaper and has a bigger motor!
Feb 26 @ 06:42amBetty Smith says:
WARN PowerPlant Dual Force HP Winch & Air Compressor has my vote.
What an awesome product. You have about everything you need in an emergency.
Have to say, “Nothing beats a Jeep”. We have owned a ‘49 Willis Jeep Stationwagon way back and a CJ-7. As kids, both sets of parents owned Willis’. We both grew up “back in the country” and NEVER had a problem getting in and out–Jeep always comes through.
We haven’t been able to afford a Jeep for a long time. My dream has always been to have a yellow Jeep before I die–maybe one day. I love the four door Wrangler’s—I read the best rated vehicle for maneuvering in bad weather. Way to go Jeep!!!! We love you!!!!
Feb 26 @ 07:02amFast Ed says:
The Warn with the air is a Real neccesity Kid tested Mother approved…Been there needed that..
Feb 26 @ 08:44amTammy Schmitz says:
Sounds like a good investment.
Feb 26 @ 09:32amRL BYRD says:
MILE MAKER IS THE BEST WAY TO GO,VERY NICE THAT YOU DON’T NEED THE ELECTRIC TO USE. IT IS GREAT IF YOU ARE OUT BACK, WAY BACK!
Feb 26 @ 09:53amTalmadge Ingram says:
I have a 2005 Wrangler but would love to win a new one.
Feb 26 @ 12:38pmHelen Cheromiah says:
I love the Jeep, no matter if it is fully loaded or not. My dad drove an old Willie? Willy? Orange, reminds of what I see in WWII movies.
Feb 26 @ 12:46pmDebi Parrish says:
OMG! I love this jeep..I dream of owning it….it’s a must have in my life! I have a red 1998 TJ & a red 1994 Jeep Cherokee…& a 1982 CJ5 (ranch runner)….I would LOVE to win this one & I’d give my precious TJ to my daughter & her family…….Pick ME! Pick ME!
Feb 26 @ 13:33pmlouvonniaEady says:
The Warn is good for the saft of the children. Mother want have to worry about the saft of there children. Go for thr smooth ride that come alone with the Jeep.
Feb 26 @ 13:44pmGene says:
Warn sounds like the most versatile.
Feb 26 @ 13:45pmGene says:
Warn seems to be the most vesatile.
Feb 26 @ 14:31pmChris says:
WARN
Feb 26 @ 14:40pmfizzle says:
i love the hydrolic pump to work most things – air compressors, air conditioning, but when i need a winch – there is always the likelyhood that the old yj isn’t running. Then what? – i’ll stick with Warn.
Feb 26 @ 14:52pmAmber Lear says:
I vote for Warn.
Feb 26 @ 16:17pmDawn says:
WARN has my vote
Feb 26 @ 16:38pmMountain Monkey says:
Definately the warn!!! With their first winch being produced in 1959 you would think they must be doing something right. I’ve only owned warn winches and between their excellent performance and their great customer service you can’t get a better company for your winching application.
Feb 26 @ 17:06pmmike kotarba says:
Warn makes fine products like manual locking hubs and winches. I would go with the warn winch.
Feb 26 @ 17:18pmJoe says:
The Air compressor is a good add on
Feb 26 @ 18:04pmDrew says:
ive found that the warn winch is a reliable winch no madder what cunditions your under
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Feb 26 @ 19:36pmCheryl Cooper says:
I have to go with the Warn Power Plant. The versatility sells it for me.
I’m a real Jeep fan-have driven 3 throughout my lifetime; wish I had one now. Keep on keeping on!!!
Feb 26 @ 19:41pmPat Tumbarello says:
Warn Power Plant.
Feb 26 @ 20:01pmBarbara Letsom says:
Need a jeep!
Feb 26 @ 20:09pmMatt N. says:
Can’t go wrong with Warn. A powerful winch and OBA all in one is the way to go.
Feb 26 @ 20:12pmJeannine says:
I am turning 50 this year and have wanted a Jeep all my driving life..
I am currently shopping around for one..I want a Four Door Wrangler!!!! Saw a beautiful red one about a year ago, and fell in love with it.
Feb 26 @ 21:10pmBK Bullock says:
I think that the most important thing about any give away it to help the
winners learn about the jeep, what can be done and not. the use of all the
extra’s that will be included, and safty at all times and clean up after
wheel’n in the NW roads and be conciderit of all wheelers.
Feb 26 @ 21:48pmLINDA PIKE says:
I like the mile marker!
Feb 26 @ 21:49pmLINDA PIKE says:
I like the mile marker, it doesn’t drain the battery.
Feb 27 @ 00:33amAdam Harper says:
My vote is for the Warn. They make a good product and the air is nice to have.
Feb 27 @ 01:39amkelvin swiger says:
the hydrolic winch would be no help if the vehicle can not be started. the warn seems to match the hood line of a jeep its perfect match.
Feb 27 @ 01:53amcarlos says:
Mile marker all the way. Able to use underwater, no solenoids to fail. better long term investment
Feb 27 @ 02:44amDuncan says:
Warn has always been KING!
If you want the best, you want a winch that is serviceable, not a throw away, get a Warn.
You can still get parts for Warn winch’s that are over 20 years old!
Nuff said.
Feb 27 @ 02:45amalan oliveira says:
warn is the one!!!
Feb 27 @ 10:32amlonghaul32097 says:
I’ll go with the warn winch with the aircompressor you’ll be able to fix your flats and do repairs. If you care a kit of air tools.
Feb 27 @ 10:36amTom Neighbors says:
very nice site. looking forward to driving a jeep with your equipment on it.
Feb 27 @ 10:41amJody says:
I like the Warn.
Feb 27 @ 11:01amBill Reber says:
Warn has my vote
Feb 27 @ 11:05amTeri Lee says:
warn wrench
Feb 27 @ 11:06ambill sterling says:
i like warn but cant afford but thats the 1 soon!
Feb 27 @ 14:38pmwendy says:
Warn has my vote. It has always dependable and durable! Warn has my vote. I want to win!
Feb 27 @ 15:50pmEmmett says:
I voted for Warn even though i run a smittybilt on my TJ.
Feb 27 @ 18:31pmDenise Lewis says:
smittybuiltisawesome
Feb 27 @ 19:25pmEric Miller says:
Smittybuilt XRC winches are a great investment and are the greatest priced winches you will find on the market today! Just a Good winch at great Price!
Quality and Value what else could you ask for.