Warn Winches Steps Into The ATV Realm

Warn Winches Steps Into The ATV Realm
Warn has been manufacturing winches for more than fifty years, so you could say that the company knows a thing or two about producing quality accessories. Today, they design, manufacture and market a full line of off-road equipment and accessories to enhance the performance of four-wheel-drive vehicles, ATV's and utility vehicles. However their “bread and butter” is still the production of utility winches and hoists that are designed for professional trade workers and enthusiasts who need powerful tools to assist them in pulling or lifting. With customers in over 65 countries, Warn is one of the world's most recognized brands in towing.

At the end of World War II, there was a huge surplus of military Jeeps that were Available For recreational vehicles. Unhappy with the limited abilities of these stock Jeeps, Arthur and Sadie Warn, owners of a car dealership in Southpark, Washington, started to convert thousands of the Jeeps into useful off-roading machines. By innovating their different off-roading ideas on these SUVs, they were able to push the limits of the Jeeps, which forever changed off-roading as we know it.

Arthur Warn created wheel-locking hubs, which changed the use of 4WD vehicles forever. It also gave him a boost to start creating winches.

The Warn winch, was developed in 1959,” says a spokesperson for the company. “It was the first recreational winch. With pioneering features such as a rugged drive train, the Warn winch quickly became the leading brand for off-road racers, avid four wheelers, weekend adventurers and hard working ranchers.”

Since then, the company has won awards such as “Favorite Winch” and “International Product Award” from coveted events like SEMA in Las Vegas, Nevada.

It wasn't until recent years, though, that the company dedicated a full lineup of products especially for the ATV crowd. It was around this time that they launched products designed for military-use winches, too, so you can expect top quality from any Warn ATV winch.

Checking Out The Latest From Warn

Warn currently operates from 400,000 + sq. feet of manufacturing from two facilities in Oregon. They hold more than 110 patents and manufacture more than 600 products for automotive and recreational use, so you can rest assured that the company knows a thing or two about building a quality part. The recent line of ATV Winches and ATV Winch accessories is no exception. Check out a few or favorite parts below:

• Warn Vantage 2000: Fast, affordable and comes with a 2,000 lb. pulling capacity. What’s not to love? The Vantage 2000 is a great “first winch” for smaller ATVs or younger off-roaders who need a lightweight winch that can perform well from a small package.


• Warn Vantage 4000: A five-year mechanical and a one-year electrical warranty lets you know that the Vantage 4000 is built tough. This was made for owners that demand 4,000 ft. of pulling power. With 55’ ft of 7/32-inch steel wire rope and a 3-stage planetary gear train, there is not much that you won’t be able to tow with this winch.


• Warn Provantage 4500: Here it is, the Rolls Royce of ATV Winches. The Provantage 4500 is not for the faint of heart. This is the ultimate is pulling machine. An incredible 4,500 lb. towing capacity, all metal gear end housing and a corrosion-resistant black finish means that this winch looks as awesome as it performs. Enthusiasts should know: when you want the most hardcore winch available, this would be it.


For more than six decades, Warn has been made a name for itself by making the best winches on the market for truck, Jeep and SUV owners. Now, the company is looking to expand that legacy into the ATV world. By looking at their latest products, it looks like they will have no problem with continuing their reign as the “king of winches.” So, if you’re looking for a new winch kit for you ATV, take some time consider Warn Winches. They’ve obviously got experience where it matters most…on the off-road.

If you’re still unsure about which Warn Winch is right for you, be sure to ask the ATV experts at 4WheelOnline.com by calling 813-769-2451. The gearheads are more than happy to answer any questions about any of winches that we carry in our catalogue.

By Sean Bowes
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