Mile Marker PE5000 Synthetic
#10 in ATV & UTVFull review
A fast, light 5,000 lb synthetic rope winch for UTV owners who want quick recoveries and accept a short electrical warranty.
Amazon $445.78$445.78
The Mile Marker PE5000 Synthetic is the better winch overall, rated 3.0 to 2.7. The Mile Marker PE5000 Synthetic leads on line speed. The KFI Assault AS-50x 5000 wins on warranty. The Mile Marker PE5000 Synthetic costs $33.22 less ($445.78 vs $479).
KFI Assault AS-50x 5000
#12 in ATV & UTVFull review
A compact 5,000 lb synthetic rope winch for heavy UTVs, best for owners who value KFI’s mechanical lifetime warranty and dealer support.
KFI $479$479
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 Mile Marker PE5000 Synthetic for line speed (9.2 ft/min at full load vs 3 ft/min at full load).
- Choose the KFI Assault AS-50x 5000 for warranty (2 years on the electrics, lifetime on mechanical parts vs 1 years on the electrics).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every ATV & UTV winch; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Mile Marker PE5000 Synthetic | KFI Assault AS-50x 5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 51 $89.16 per 1,000 lb of pull ($445.78, 5,000 lb) | 45 $95.80 per 1,000 lb of pull ($479, 5,000 lb) |
| Line speed 20% | 100 9.2 ft/min at full load | 43 3 ft/min at full load |
| Current draw 10% | 15 230 A at full load | 8 240 A at full load |
| Sealing 15% | 50 no IP rating published (neutral score used) | 50 no IP rating published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 0 1 years on the electrics | 17 2 years on the electrics, lifetime on mechanical parts |
Specifications
| Mile Marker PE5000 Synthetic | KFI Assault AS-50x 5000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Pulling | ||
| Rated pull | 5,000 lb | 5,000 lb |
| Line speed, no load | 20.7 ft/min | 12.5 ft/min |
| Line speed, full load | 9.2 ft/min | 3 ft/min |
| Current, full load | 230 A | 240 A |
| Motor | 3.8 hp permanent magnet | 1.2 hp permanent magnet |
| Gear ratio | 165:1 | 180:1 |
| Rope and controls | ||
| Rope | 50 ft synthetic | 38 ft synthetic |
| Rope diameter | 0.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Wireless remote | - | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 19 lb | 26 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years electrical, lifetime mechanical |