Smittybilt XRC Gen3 12K Comp
A low cost 12,000 lb synthetic rope winch for full size trucks that still moves quickly under load. Buy it when the Amazon price is well under list.
Amazon $626.45$626.45
The Smittybilt XRC Gen3 12K Comp is the better winch overall, rated 3.9 to 2.5. The Smittybilt XRC Gen3 12K Comp leads on line speed, warranty and value. The Smittybilt XRC Gen3 12K Comp costs $203.54 less ($626.45 vs $829.99).
Champion 12,000-lb Synthetic Winch Kit
A complete receiver mounted kit for full-size truck owners who want one winch to move between hitches, as long as slow pulls are acceptable.
Blain's Farm & Fleet $829.99$829.99
Prices were last checked November 1, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Smittybilt XRC Gen3 12K Comp for line speed (5.2 ft/min at full load vs 2.3 ft/min at full load), warranty (5 years on the electrics, lifetime on mechanical parts vs 2 years on the electrics) and value ($52.20 per 1,000 lb of pull ($626.45, 12,000 lb) vs $69.17 per 1,000 lb of pull ($829.99, 12,000 lb)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every full-size truck winch; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Smittybilt XRC Gen3 12K Comp | Champion 12,000-lb Synthetic Winch Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 2.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 66 $52.20 per 1,000 lb of pull ($626.45, 12,000 lb) | 48 $69.17 per 1,000 lb of pull ($829.99, 12,000 lb) |
| Line speed 20% | 80 5.2 ft/min at full load | 7 2.3 ft/min at full load |
| Current draw 10% | 66 375 A at full load | 18 480 A at full load |
| Sealing 15% | 70 IP67 sealing | 50 no IP rating published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 67 5 years on the electrics, lifetime on mechanical parts | 17 2 years on the electrics |
Specifications
| Smittybilt XRC Gen3 12K Comp | Champion 12,000-lb Synthetic Winch Kit | |
|---|---|---|
| Pulling | ||
| Rated pull | 12,000 lb | 12,000 lb |
| Line speed, no load | 25 ft/min | 15.7 ft/min |
| Line speed, full load | 5.2 ft/min | 2.3 ft/min |
| Current, full load | 375 A | 480 A |
| Motor | 7 hp series wound | 6 hp series wound |
| Gear ratio | 173:1 | 216:1 |
| Rope and controls | ||
| Rope | 90 ft synthetic | 85 ft synthetic |
| Rope diameter | 0.4 in | 0.3 in |
| Wireless remote | No | No |
| Sealing | IP67 | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 71 lb | 95.9 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years electrical, lifetime mechanical | 2 years |