{"product_id":"vrs-4000lb-utility-electric-winch-12v-synthetic-rope-v4000s","title":"VRS 4000lb Utility Electric Winch 12V | Synthetic Rope | V4000S","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e4000lb Utility Electric Winch 12V with Synthetic Rope by VRS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VRS V4000S is a compact 12V utility winch rated at 4,000 lb, or 1,818 kg, on the first rope layer. At 8.6 kg and 334 mm long it is sized for the jobs a full recovery winch is overkill for: loading a mower or bike onto a trailer, dragging equipment across a workshop floor, pulling a boat onto a trailer, or hauling material around a work site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt runs a 1.6 hp permanent magnet motor through a 3-stage planetary gear train at a 198:1 ratio, with a sliding ring gear freespool and an automatic in-drum brake. The housing carries a textured UV and corrosion resistant finish and is sealed to resist water penetration, and the contactor is a heavy duty sealed high amperage unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControl is via a wired pendant, and the winch ships with 10 m of 6 mm synthetic rope, a hook, a hawse fairlead and a handsaver strap. Mounting is a compact 124 mm x 76 mm bolt pattern, which suits most trailer A-frames, ute trays and fixed workshop mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated 4,000 lb (1,818 kg) line pull\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy duty sealed high amperage contactor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWired pendant control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTextured UV and corrosion resistant finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSealed to resist water penetration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical braking system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact 8.6 kg unit for trailer, ute and workshop mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned in Australia for the World\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"50%\"\u003eLine Pull\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"50%\"\u003e4,000lb\/ 1,818kgs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor 12V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent magnet 1.6hp\/1.2kw DC12V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGear Train\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 stage planetary gears\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGear Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e198: 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreespool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSliding ring gear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutomatic, in the drum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended 650 CCA minimum for winching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSynthetic Rope Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6mm x 10m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50mm x 76.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Bolt Pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e124mm x 76mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e334mm x 114mm x 120mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.6kgs (19lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLine Pull and Rope Capacity\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"center\"\u003eLayer of wire rope\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"center\"\u003eLine Pull kg \/ lb\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"center\"\u003eTotal Rope on the Drum m\/ft\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e1st Layer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e1,818 \/ 4,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e2 \/ 6.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e2nd Layer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e1,460 \/ 3,225\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e4.3 \/ 14.1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e3rd Layer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e1,225 \/ 2,700\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e7.2 \/ 23.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e4th Layer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e1,055 \/ 2,325\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e10 \/ 39\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLine Speed and Amp Draw\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003eLine Pull kg\/lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003eLine Speed mpm\/fpm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003eAmp. Draw 12V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003eNo Load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e4.9 \/ 16.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e17\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e454 \/ 1,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e3.2 \/ 10.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e70\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e907 \/ 2,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e2.8 \/ 9.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e105\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e1,360 \/ 3,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e2.2 \/ 7.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e135\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e1,818 \/ 4,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e1.5 \/ 4.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"center\"\u003e180\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFigures quoted on the first layer of rope on the drum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetachable contactor pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote pendant control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynthetic rope with hook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHawse fairlead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandsaver strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-faq=\"product\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the V4000S actually rated to pull?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e4,000 lb, or 1,818 kg, on the first layer of rope. Rated pull reduces as the drum fills: 1,460 kg on the second layer, 1,225 kg on the third and 1,055 kg on the fourth layer with all 10 m spooled on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I use this as a vehicle recovery winch on a 4WD?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt is sold as a utility winch, and at 1,818 kg rated pull it sits well below the load required to recover a laden 4WD. For vehicle recovery, look at a winch rated to at least the vehicle's gross mass, such as the VRS 9500lb or 12500lb models. The V4000S is intended for loading, hauling and workshop tasks rather than vehicle self-recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow much current does the 4000lb utility winch draw?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eDraw rises with load: 17 A with no load, 70 A at 454 kg, 105 A at 907 kg, 135 A at 1,360 kg and 180 A at the full 1,818 kg rated pull. VRS recommends a minimum 650 CCA battery for winching. Have the install and cabling checked by a qualified auto electrician for your specific application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat rope does it come with?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eTen metres of 6 mm synthetic rope with a hook, plus a hawse fairlead and a handsaver strap. Inspect the rope for abrasion, glazing and UV damage before each use, and replace it if any of those are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow is the V4000S controlled?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBy a wired remote pendant, supplied with the winch, running from the detachable contactor pack. There is no wireless remote included with this model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat are the mounting dimensions?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe bolt pattern is 124 mm x 76 mm and the winch measures 334 mm x 114 mm x 120 mm at a net weight of 8.6 kg. Check the mounting surface is rated for the loads involved and that fasteners are correctly specified and torqued, particularly on a trailer A-frame or ute tray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow fast does it wind in?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e4.9 m per minute with no load, dropping to 3.2 m\/min at 454 kg, 2.8 m\/min at 907 kg, 2.2 m\/min at 1,360 kg and 1.5 m\/min at the full 1,818 kg rated pull. All figures are quoted on the first layer of rope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"VRS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49062579044577,"sku":"V4000S","price":469.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1926\/8595\/files\/vrs-4000lb-utility-electric-winch-12v-synthetic-rope-v4000s-610.webp?v=1788933001","url":"https:\/\/www.4x4downunder.com.au\/products\/vrs-4000lb-utility-electric-winch-12v-synthetic-rope-v4000s","provider":"4x4 Down Under","version":"1.0","type":"link"}