The PS12000 is the most popular winch in the Pierce 12V planetary recovery line — 12,000 lb pulling capacity at 5.5 HP, 390-amp peak draw, with 94 ft of ⅜ in wire rope on the drum. The default pick for professional towing rigs, equipment trailers, and skid-steer recovery work where 12K covers most of the loads you’ll see.
How does the PS12000 compare to the PS9000?
Same motor (5.5 HP), same gear ratio (265:1), same drum capacity (94 ft of ⅜ in rope). The difference is rated pulling capacity — 12K vs. 9K — and a slightly higher amp draw (390 vs. 360 peak) on the same electrical hardware. Pick the 12K if your typical load is over 7,500 lb (where the 9K would be near rated capacity). Pick the 9K if you want the fastest line speed in the family.
- 12,000 lb rated pulling capacity
- 12V DC, 5.5 HP motor — 390 amp peak draw
- 3-stage planetary gear, 265:1 ratio
- 21.3 fpm max line speed
- Automatic built-in drum brake — holds load on release, no rollback
- Sliding ring-gear clutch — manual engagement at the winch for free-spool
- Cast metal construction
- Includes ⅜ in × 94 ft wire rope
- Recommended battery: 650 CCA | Wire: 2 gauge
- Pierce SKU PS12000 — typically in stock, fast turnaround
For higher line speed at lighter capacity, see the 9,000 lb 12V Planetary Recovery Winch. For the maximum 12V capacity, see the 20,000 lb 12V Planetary Recovery Winch. For the receiver-hitch mount, see the Receiver Hitch Winch Mount. For hydraulic-driven recovery at the same capacity, see the 15,000 lb Hydraulic Recovery Winch.
⚠️ Never use a winch for lifting or moving people. Pulling and recovery use only.
