EWX12000S 12000 lb Electric Recovery Winch with Three-Stage Planetary Gears
The EWX12000S recovery winch provides 12,000 lb of first-layer pulling capacity with a steel three-stage planetary reducer for vehicle recovery equipment sourcing and installation.
- - Drive options: Select a DC 12V or 24V series-wound motor configuration to match the vehicle's electrical system.
- - Gear and brake system: Full-steel reducer gears, a 230:1 reduction ratio, a free-spooling clutch and automatic screw-cone braking.
- - Control arrangement: The control box mounts on the winch bar, with switch-operated remote control; wireless control and a steel wire rope tensioner are available options.
- - Installation interface: Listed with 10.2 mm × 25.5 m wire rope and a 254 × 114.3 mm mounting pattern using four M10 mounting positions.
- - OEM quotation: Irun Winch accepts OEM orders; provide the required voltage, quantity and control or packaging requests for confirmation.
- Description
Recovery Winch EWX12000S with Steel Gears and Electric Drive Options
The EWX12000S is an electric recovery winch with a rated first-layer line pull of 12,000 lb (5,443 kg). It combines a series-wound motor, a three-stage planetary reducer and a control box mounted on the winch bar. Buyers can select a 12V or 24V version and review the corresponding speed and current data before specifying the installation.
- - Rated first-layer pull: 12,000 lb (5,443 kg).
- - Transmission: Full-steel reducer gears with a 230:1 reduction ratio.
- - Order review: Confirm voltage, controls, optional accessories and installation clearance.
The rated pull is not available at every rope layer. Model selection should consider the working rope position as well as the vehicle's electrical and mounting requirements.
Recovery Winch Gear Train and Controls for Vehicle Recovery Work
Steel Three-Stage Planetary Reducer
The listed reducer uses full-steel gears and a three-stage planetary arrangement. The product description identifies the reducer as a patented design, with a specified reduction ratio of 230:1.
- - Confirm the exact model and reducer configuration in the order specification.
- - Request patent reference details if they are required for procurement documentation.
- - Use the published performance tables rather than assuming an unspecified efficiency advantage.
No numerical transmission efficiency is published for this model. The reducer description should not be converted into a claim of measured efficiency or comparative superiority.
Free-Spooling Clutch and Automatic Brake
The EWX12000S lists a free-spooling clutch and automatic screw-cone braking. These features should be reviewed alongside the operating instructions, including clutch engagement, brake inspection and permitted recovery procedures.
- - Keep the clutch accessible in the proposed installation.
- - Confirm the engagement procedure and restrictions before operation.
- - Request the brake maintenance and inspection instructions.
The presence of a brake does not establish lifting approval. This page describes a vehicle recovery product and does not claim suitability for lifting or suspending loads.
Control Box and Optional Equipment
The S-version description places the control box on the winch bar and lists remote operation through the control box and switch. Wireless remote control and a steel wire rope tensioner are described as available options, not automatically included equipment.
- - Check clearance around the bar-mounted control box.
- - Confirm the supplied remote control arrangement.
- - Itemize wireless control and rope tensioner requirements in the quotation.
The control configuration should be confirmed for the EWX12000S specifically rather than inferred from another EWX-series version.
Recovery Winch EWX12000S Specifications for Installation Planning
The following specifications reproduce the listed model data. Electrical ratings, dimensions and supplied accessories should be confirmed in the final order documents.
| Model | EWX12000S |
|---|---|
| Rated first-layer line pull | 12,000 lb (5,443 kg) |
| Motor type | Series-wound electric motor |
| Drive voltage | DC 12V or DC 24V |
| 12V motor power | Listed input: 5.4 kW / 7.2 hp; listed output: 2.7 kW / 3.6 hp |
| 24V motor power | Listed input: 5.3 kW / 7.1 hp; listed output: 3.3 kW / 4.4 hp |
| Reducer | Full-steel three-stage planetary reducer; described as patented |
| Gear reduction ratio | 230:1 |
| Clutch and brake | Free-spooling clutch; automatic screw-cone braking |
| Wire rope diameter × length | 10.2 mm × 25.5 m (13/32 in × 83.7 ft) |
| Drum diameter × length | 63 mm × 223 mm (2.48 in × 8.8 in) |
| Mounting bolt pattern | 254 × 114.3 mm (10 × 4.5 in); 4-M10 |
| Overall dimensions | Listed length × width: 579 × 160 mm; height requires confirmation from the approved S-version drawing |
| Net weight | 42.3 kg (93.3 lb) |
| Optional equipment | Wireless remote control; steel wire rope tensioner |
| Compliance information | CE certificate listed; request the applicable model documentation |
| Origin and packaging | China; export carton |
| Transportation | Ocean or air |
| MOQ, lead time and sample terms | Confirm for the selected voltage, options, OEM scope and quantity |
The existing listing gives conflicting S-version heights of 283 mm and 272 mm. Obtain the approved installation drawing before finalizing control-box clearance or fabricating a mounting assembly.
Recovery Winch Speed and Current Data for 12V and 24V Selection
The published first-layer table lists separate line speed and current values for the 12V and 24V versions. At the rated 12,000 lb point, the listed values are 1.8 m/min and 450 A for 12V, compared with 2.3 m/min and 220 A for 24V.
| Line pull lb (kg) | 12V speed ft/min (m/min) | 24V speed ft/min (m/min) | 12V current A | 24V current A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 (0) | 22.3 (6.8) | 23.0 (7.0) | 100 | 60 |
| 4,000 (1,814) | 13.1 (4.0) | 13.8 (4.2) | 220 | 130 |
| 8,000 (3,629) | 9.8 (3.0) | 10.8 (3.3) | 330 | 170 |
| 12,000 (5,443) | 5.8 (1.8) | 7.5 (2.3) | 450 | 220 |
- - Select the drive version that matches the intended electrical supply.
- - Have the installer review battery supply, cabling, connections and protection requirements.
- - Confirm operating duration and cooling instructions separately.
The table does not establish continuous-duty capability. Its listed current values also do not replace the installation requirements for cable sizing or circuit protection.
Recovery Winch Pulling Capacity and Rope Storage by Drum Layer
The 12,000 lb rating applies to the first layer. The published layer table shows lower rated pull as rope builds up on the drum, so buyers should review the capacity at the expected working position.
| Rope layer | Rated line pull lb (kg) | Cumulative rope on drum ft (m) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12,000 (5,443) | 16.1 (4.9) |
| 2 | 9,563 (4,338) | 36.4 (11.1) |
| 3 | 7,948 (3,605) | 60.0 (18.3) |
| 4 | 6,800 (3,084) | 83.7 (25.5) |
Rope storage figures are cumulative, not the length added by each individual layer. Required minimum wraps and permitted rope handling must follow the model's operating instructions.
Recovery Winch EWX12000S Configuration Options and OEM Requests
Irun Winch accepts OEM orders for the EWX12000S. Published product options should be separated from requests that need further confirmation or development.
- - Listed drive options: DC 12V or DC 24V.
- - Listed accessory options: Wireless remote control and steel wire rope tensioner.
- - OEM requests for review: Logo marking, labels, carton artwork and documentation requirements.
- - Changes requiring separate assessment: Alternative rope specifications, mounting changes or control-box modifications.
Branding and structural changes are not presented here as confirmed standard options. Irun Winch should identify the approved scope, sample requirements and any additional development in the quotation.
Recovery Winch Applications for Installers and Equipment Buyers
The EWX12000S can be evaluated for vehicle recovery installations that require its rated pull, voltage configuration and bar-mounted control arrangement. Suitability must be checked against the actual vehicle and intended pulling task.
- - Off-road equipment installers: Review mounting dimensions, clutch access and control-box clearance.
- - Recovery equipment distributors: Compare performance data and define voltage-specific stock configurations.
- - Fleet purchasing teams: Assess electrical supply and installation requirements for each vehicle platform.
For other capacities and arrangements, compare the recovery winches range. Vehicle weight alone should not be treated as a complete selection specification.
Recovery Winch EWX12000S Typical Fleet Installation Review Example
This illustrative example describes a procurement review, not a completed customer project. A fleet equipment buyer is considering the EWX12000S for vehicles with different electrical systems and limited space around the proposed mounting position.
Buyer Requirement
The buyer needs voltage-specific configurations, documented pulling performance and sufficient clearance for the bar-mounted control box. The mounting fabricator also needs a confirmed S-version drawing before approving the installation envelope.
Solution
In this scenario, Irun Winch would review the vehicle voltage, mounting information, required quantity and control options. The proposed specification would separate the 12V and 24V versions, identify any wireless control or rope tensioner options, and resolve the conflicting published height before the buyer releases the mounting design.
Result
The intended outcome is an agreed configuration and installation document set before order placement. This example does not claim a delivered project or measured field result; it illustrates how model-specific review can reduce uncertainty about voltage, accessory scope and physical fitment.
Recovery Winch EWX12000S Questions on Fitment and Order Planning
Performance and Installation
Does this recovery winch provide 12,000 lb pull on every layer?
No. The first-layer rating is 12,000 lb. The listed fourth-layer rating is 6,800 lb, so the working rope position matters when assessing capacity.
How do the 12V and 24V versions compare?
At the listed first-layer 12,000 lb point, the 12V version shows 1.8 m/min at 450 A, while the 24V version shows 2.3 m/min at 220 A. Select the version compatible with the intended electrical system.
Is the published mounting pattern enough to approve installation?
No. The listed pattern is 254 × 114.3 mm with four M10 positions. The installer must also review the mounting structure, fasteners, rope path, clutch access and control-box clearance.
What overall height should be used?
The existing listing contains both 283 mm and 272 mm height values. Use the approved EWX12000S installation drawing rather than choosing an unconfirmed value.
Is this model approved for lifting?
Lifting approval is not established by the supplied specifications. The product is presented for vehicle recovery, not as a certified lifting hoist.
Options and Procurement Documents
Are wireless control and the rope tensioner included?
They are listed as available options. Confirm inclusion, part details and pricing in the selected configuration.
What CE documentation is available?
The product listing states that a CE certificate is available. Request the applicable documents and check that they cover the ordered model and configuration.
Can Irun Winch supply OEM branding?
Irun Winch accepts OEM orders. Submit logo files, marking requirements and packaging artwork so the available scope can be confirmed.
What are the MOQ, lead time and sample terms?
These are not published in the supplied specifications. Request confirmation for the chosen voltage, options, quantity and OEM requirements.
About Irun Winch and Its Electric Recovery Equipment Production
Established in 1997, Zhejiang Jinhua Runye Tech. Co., Ltd. (Irun Winch) develops and manufactures vehicle winches and off-road accessories in China. Its manufacturing resources include precision machining equipment, comprehensive winch test systems and motor testing equipment. Irun Winch supplies electric, hydraulic and industrial winches to customers in more than 50 countries and regions and provides OEM service for model-specific sourcing requirements.
Request an EWX12000S Recovery Winch Quote with Installation Details
The following information helps Irun Winch define the configuration and quotation:
- - Required quantity and DC 12V or DC 24V version.
- - Vehicle application, mounting information and available installation space.
- - Wireless control or steel wire rope tensioner requirements.
- - OEM logo, label or packaging requirements, if applicable.
- - Delivery destination and any sample or technical document requirements.
Where installation drawings are needed, include the proposed mounting layout. The quotation should confirm supplied accessories, approved OEM scope, MOQ, lead time and packing details.
