Warn's release of the HS9500(i) {HS95i} rocked the Self Recovery world with its release late last year. Ever since this winch was put into production, the others have been playing catch up to this new improved production of the XD9000(i) {XD9i} line.
HS stands for High Speed, the 9500 stands for rated line pull. The i means integrated solenoid. With a newly redesigned 4.6 hp motor and 500lbs more recovery capability over the XD9(i) series, the HS95(i) would be perfect for almost any vehicle recovery scenario. The HS95(i) boasts a faster line speed than the XD9(i) platform. With a line speed comparable to the legendary M8274-50, along with 1500lbs of extra grunt, and its reconfigured the drive train to a planetary gearing to improve speed and efficiency, this 86 lb. winch is simply the best bolt-on self-recovery improvement for the money. With Warn using the XD9(i) series as a platform for production of the HS95(I) series winches, the mounting options are the same as those of the XD9(i) Series winches.
So, if you currently have a XD9 Series winch, or looking at purchasing a HS95(i) winch, they will bolt up to any of the mounting bases currently being produced. With this in consideration, you will not have any problem finding a bumper / mounting option to match your vehicle, or application. So, now that you're thinking of selling your wife's car to support you four wheeling habit, here are the spec's on the HS95(i): (Please note, the HS9500 & HS9500(i)'s specifications, dimension, and capabilities are the same. The only difference is the integrated solenoid on the (i) version, and part number. For further information on the HS9500, please contact the manufacture) URL: http://www.warn.com/Home/Products/Winches/hs95.htm
| Part Number: | 47550 12V DC, Roller Fairlead |
| Rated Line Pull: | 9500 lbs. (4309 kgs.) single-line |
| Motor: | 4.6 hp/3.43 kw, Series Wound |
| Control: | Remote switch, 12' (3.7m) lead |
| Gear Train: | 3-Stage Planetary |
| Gear Ratio: | 156:1 |
| Lubrication: | Molylube #1 or Aeroshell #17 |
| Clutch (freespooling): | Sliding Ring Gear |
| Brake: | Automatic Direct Drive Cone |
| Drum Diameter/Length: | 2.5"/9.0"(6.4cm/23cm) |
| Weight: | 86 lbs. (39 kgs.) |
| Wire Rope: | 125' 5/16"diameter (38m, 8mm diameter) |
| Replacement wire rope: | PN 25987 |
| Fairlead: | Roller |
| Remote Control: | Included |
| Recommended Battery: | 650 CCA minimum for winching |
| Battery Leads: | 2 gauge, 72"(1.83m) |
| Finish: | Argent Powder Coat |
| Nuts/Bolts: | PN 37829 |
| Warranty: | Limited Lifetime |
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Line Pull lbs. (kgs.) |
Line Speed Ft./Min (m/min) |
Motor Current |
Pull by layer layer/lbs. (kgs.) |
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| 0 | 62.0 (18.90) | 67 amps | 1/9500 (4309) |
| 2000 (907) | 16.3 (4.97) | 160 amps | 2/8650 (3924) |
| 4000 (1814) | 11.8 (3.60) ) | 230 amps | 3/7920 (3593) |
| 6000 (2722) | 9.31 (2.84) | 305 amps | 4/7400 (3357) |
| 8000 (3629) | 7.59 (2.31) | 370 amps | 5/6940 (3148) |
| 9500 (4309) | 6.67 (2.03) | 425 amps | |
| Above specs are based on the first layer of the drum. | |||
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You can easily mount a Electric Winch on a "Quick Mount" that is changeable from the front to the rear of the vehicle. The only thing required for this would be a receiver in the front & rear of the vehicle, and battery cables ran to both ends. Installation:
It doesn't get much more straight forward than putting in 4 nuts into the bottom of the winch chassis, and feeding 4 bolts up through your mounting plate into the winch chassis and tightening to the suggested torque. Next is the matter of running the wires to your power source, and the re-spooling of your winch cable. This installation is that of all of Warn's Winch Products. Keep in mind that if your mounting plate isn't predrilled for a winch, this will than be another step that will need to be completed. A common misconception is that with a winch install, you will need to install a higher amp Alternator and or dual batteries. This is not completely necessary.
Although, if you were to install a higher amp
alternator, it would recharge your power storage equipment
(battery) and using Dual Batteries would allow you more winching
time with back-up starting ability. This would be beneficial if you
were in a situation that wouldn't allow the engine running while
winching. If you want more information about Dual Battery Setups,
click HERE:
http://www.off-road.com/chevy/reviews/hellroaring
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Winch
dimensions: 23.12" L. x 6.3" D. x 9.94" H. (587.25mm L. x 160mm D. x 252.48mm H.) Mounting Bolt Pattern: 10.0" x 4.5" (254mm x 114.3mm) |
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The only problems I've experienced with this
product have been with operator related errors. The first was when
doing a straight line pull on a friends stuck vehicle, and pulled
the cable into the wraps on the drum, effectively shearing off the
anchor point on the drum. Of course, I didn't find this out until
backing the cable out to re-spool the cable on the opposite side of
the drum, than losing tension on the drum, rendering the winch
unusable. 
This is easily repairable with a hacksaw, bench vice
& 2 gauge battery cable. The only other reportable problem has
been when I ran over my winch remote cable. As reported, no
manufacture related problems. So, if you are currently in the
market for a Self -Recovery winch. Warn has a Winch for you. Most
winch users agree that they offer the best self-recovery winches on
the market and if that isn't enough, than take into consideration
Warn has the best Technical Support & Customer Service, not to
mention comparable prices to any other products currently being
offered. With Warn being the premier Electric Winch manufacture in
the world, service of you unit, should it ever need it, should not
be a issue. Information about choosing the proper Winch for your
Application:
http://www.warn.com/Home/Products/Winches/choose.htm
Winch Safety Notes:
http://www.warn.com/Home/Products/Winches/safety.htm
Contact Information:
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Mailing Address:
Warn Industries, Inc.
12900 S.E. Capps Road
Clackamas, Oregon 97015
U.S.A. Telephone (North America):
Customer Service:
1.800.543.9276
Dealer Locator Service:
1.800.910.1122