WARN VRX 45-S

Last updated: November 1, 2026

WARN VRX 45-S
3.2/5#6 of 12 in ATV & UTV winches
3.2

A solid, sealed 4,500 lb winch for UTVs and large ATVs that need recovery power without AXON pricing. It is slower under load but well supported.

  • 4,500 lbRated pull
  • 4.3 ft/minSpeed at full load
  • 50 ft syntheticRope
  • IP68Sealing
Check price at Amazon$555.99

Price checked November 1, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros
  • Enough pull for full size side by sides at a mid range price
  • Corded remote and dash switch both included
  • IP68 sealing keeps out water and mud on trail crossings
  • Limited lifetime mechanical warranty
Cons
  • Slows to about 4 ft/min at full load, slower than the AXON 45-S
  • Pulls over 250 A at rated load, a lot for a UTV charging system
  • No wireless option included

The WARN VRX family

Every WARN VRX model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.

ModelRated pullRatingPrice
WARN VRX 35-S3,500 lb3.2/5$475.80
WARN VRX 45-S (this one)4,500 lb3.2/5$555.99

How it scores

The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.

Specifications

Model number101040
Pulling
Rated pull4,500 lb
Line speed, no load16.2 ft/min
Line speed, full load4.3 ft/min
Current, full load252 A
Motorpermanent magnet
Rope and controls
Rope50 ft synthetic
Rope diameter0.2 in
Wireless remoteNo
SealingIP68
Build
Warranty3 years electrical, lifetime mechanical
Released2018-06

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