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SKU: 56385

BADLAND APEX 12,000 lb. Winch with Synthetic Rope and Wireless Remote

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BADLAND APEX™ is built for the most extreme conditions. Featuring a wireless remote, 80 ft. of UHMW synthetic rope, and an oversized forged alloy steel hook, count on BADLAND APEX™ to get you through the harshest terrain Read More

Product Details

The BADLAND APEX™ 12,000 lb. winch is designed to help you tackle the toughest terrain with confidence. Equipped with 80 ft. of 3/8 in. UHMW synthetic rope, forged alloy steel hook and wireless remote, so you can confidently adventure farther off the beaten path. Engineered with a powerful series-wound motor and durable machined all hardened steel planetary gears, BADLAND APEX™ pulls fast and hard keeping cool under the toughest conditions. Receiving waterproof ratings of both IP68 and IP69K, this winch is not only dustproof and waterproof, but also tested to stand up to 1450 PSI water streams for peace of mind, day in and day out.

  • Powerful series-wound motor optimizes power delivery to minimize excess heat while maintaining fast line speeds
  • A removable control pack allows for various mounting options in tight spaces with included bracket and relocation cables
  • All hardened steel machined planetary gears offer fast, quiet and reliable pulling power
  • Durable automatic composite cone brake designed to hold max rated load
  • Rotating ring gear for smooth freespool clutch operation and low drag when pulling line
  • Aluminum hawse fairlead is optimized to extend synthetic rope life
  • 3/8 in. x 80 ft. UHMW (Ultra High Molecular Weight) synthetic rope is both stronger and safer yet still 80% lighter than standard steel rope
  • The forged high strength alloy steel, oversized premium hook is designed for easy rigging
  • Wireless or wired remote operation with 50 ft. wireless range for easy, cable-free winching

Important Information

  • Oversized item: cannot be shipped to Alaska or Hawaii.
BADLAND APEX™ 12,000 lb. Winch With Synthetic Rope And Wireless Remote - 56385

WHY PAY MORE?

12000 lb. Truck/SUV Winch
WARN ZEON 12-S*
BADLAND APEX™
ITEM 56385
VS WARN
ZEON 12-S*
31.5 ft./min. No-Load Line Speed 28.1 ft./min.
Yes Series Wound Motor Yes
IP68 / IP69K Waterproof Rating IP68
Yes Removable Control Pack Yes
Yes Synthetic Rope Yes
Yes Mechanical Cone Brake Yes
Wireless & Wired Remote Type Wired
Yes Oversized Premium Forged Hook No
$
629
99
Price
$
1,504
99
*WARN ZEON 12-S stated specs.
SKU(s)
56385
Brand
BADLAND APEX
Line Pull Capacity (lb.)
12,000 lb.
Wireless Remote
Yes
Accessories Included
Synthetic rope, Hawse fairlead, mounting hardware, premium hook, wireless/wired remote control, relocation cables, hardware, and control pack mounting plate
Brake Type
Automatic cone
Cable Gauge
3/8 in.
Cable Length
80 ft.
Cable Material
Synthetic rope
Certification
IP 68/69K – Submersible and protected to 1400 PSI pressure washer
Gear Ratio
210:1
Motor Type
Series wound
Product Height
10-1/4 in.
Product Length
23-1/4 in.
Product Weight
67.2 lb.
Product Width
6-1/2 in.
Shipping Weight
82.55 lb.
CA Residents
Warning - Prop 65 Info
Note: Specifications are approximate and subject to change

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These Frequently Asked Questions are a supplement to the Owner's Manual and Safety Instructions. Please review the Owner's Manual for safety warnings and precautions, and assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance, and cleaning procedures.
For vehicles, select a winch with a rated load of at least 1.5 times greater than the gross vehicle weight rating (“GVWR”) (usually located on the driver’s door sill). This ensures the winch has enough power to pull your vehicle, even when faced with added resistance caused by an obstacle, steeper incline, or loose terrain.

  • General Winch Rated Load Recommendations:
    • Trucks/SUV’s: 9,500 to 12,000 lbs.
    • Side by Sides: 4,500 to 5,500 lbs.
    • ATV’s: 2,500 to 3,500 lbs.

For winches mounted on trailers, select a winch with a rated load of at least 2 times greater than the vehicle weight. More power is necessary because the winch typically pulls on the outer layers of the drum when loading a vehicle onto the trailer. Pulling on the outer layers decreases the maximum line pull of the winch.

A vehicle battery with a minimum rating of 650 CCA (Cold Cranking Amps) is recommended to power a winch on a SUV or a truck. A battery with higher CCA should be used if you expect longer pulls or more frequent winch use for any application.
Winches are rated by the maximum load that they can pull on the first layer of rope on the drum. For electric winches, as the rope layer increases, the maximum line pull of the winch decreases. Please consult the specifications table in the Rated Line Pull and Layer chart provided with the winch. Maintain a minimum of 5 wraps of rope on the drum when winching on the first layer.
Synthetic winch rope is made of high-strength fibers. They are lighter and easier to handle than steel cables. Synthetic ropes are not prone to kinking, rusting, or corroding, but they need to be monitored for damage from abrasion and sunlight exposure.
  • Recommended Applications:
    • Frequent recovery of your vehicle
    • Applications that need a lighter winch
    • Applications where a lighter winch rope is preferred
Steel wire ropes are sunlight and abrasion resistant, but they are heavier and require careful use to prevent kinking or other damage during use.
  • Recommended Applications:
    • Frequent use in mud or sand
    • Frequent recovery of vehicles other than your vehicle
    • Utility applications

Both rope types require gloves and the use of dampers for safety.

Harbor Freight winches are compatible with synthetic and steel ropes. Harbor Freight offers replacement wire rope and synthetic rope kits with installation hardware.
For vehicle applications, you need a mount or bumper designed to fit your vehicle’s make, model, and year, and designed for the winch rated load. Some bumpers may fully replace the front bumper on a vehicle, while other mounts are made to keep most of the factory bumper. Select a bumper that fits your vehicle, style, budget, and winch capacity.

For applications where no aftermarket bumper is available, Harbor Freight Tools offers a universal winch mounting plate.

Follow the instructions provided in the manual to complete installation of the winch
For trailer applications we recommend using Harbor Freight’s Universal Winch Mount to create a strong and secure structure to attach the winch to the trailer frame. The winch should never be mounted to wood boards or only the top surface/deck of the trailer. Winches can generate concentrated forces at the mounting area, which must be appropriately supported by the trailer frame.

If the trailer has a 2” receiver mounted to the frame, Harbor Freight’s Winch Hitch Mount can be used for a removable mounting solution.

Follow the instructions provided in the manual to complete installation of the winch
Connect the winch to a dedicated deep cycle battery of at least 650 CCA (cold cranking amps), using the included power cables. The battery should be inside of a battery box and securely fastened to the trailer or vehicle. Do not replace the power cables with larger cables or extend the length of the wires to connect the winch to the main vehicle battery.
Use your winch with as much rope out as possible to maximize the available pulling power of your winch. However, always maintain a minimum of 5 wraps of rope on the drum when winching on the first layer of the drum.

To double the pulling power of your winch, use a snatch block (sold separately) set up to a fixed anchor and route the winch line through the snatch block and back to a recovery point on the winching vehicle. Note that using a snatch block in this manner will reduce the recovery speed. Refer to the user manual for more information.

Selecting a winch with a higher rated load ensures that you have excess pulling power available throughout the layers of winch line, allowing for longer pulls before the winch needs to cool.
You must regularly inspect your winch to ensure safety and optimal performance. Before inspection, disconnect the positive battery cable from the positive battery terminal on the vehicle.

Inspections should be performed when the winch is clean and free from dirt and debris.
  • Before each use, inspect the general condition of the winch. Check for loose hardware, misalignment, or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts, damaged electrical wiring, corroded or loose terminals, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation.
  • Examine the wire rope. Do not use the Winch if the Wire Rope is frayed, kinked, or damaged. Refer to the manual for further guidance on rope inspection.
  • To increase the flexibility of a steel rope, lightly oil the rope, wipe off any excess oil, and wind it back on the drum.

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