The PSHV18000 is the top of the Pierce HV hydraulic recovery line — 18,000 lb pulling capacity from a 9.5 in³ motor at 2,175 PSI. Same motor displacement as the heavier-duty PSHDH 20K, but with the simpler rotating ring-gear clutch and die-cast housings of the HV series. 23 fpm line speed.
How is the PSHV18000 different from the PSHDH20000?
Same 9.5 in³ hydraulic motor, but the PSHV18000 uses a rotating ring-gear clutch (free-spool by lever, no air supply needed) where the PSHDH 20K uses an output-shaft disengaged clutch (manual or air-spool variants). The PSHV is the lighter-duty, simpler, more compact answer; the PSHDH is the heavier-duty, more configurable answer for wrecker bodies and service rigs.
- 18,000 lb rated pulling capacity
- Hydraulic, 9.5 in³ in/rev motor
- 15.9 GPM max oil flow
- 2-stage planetary gear, 19.4:1 ratio
- 23 fpm max line speed
- Rotating ring-gear clutch — manual engagement at the winch, no air supply required
- Aluminum die-cast housings with steel drum
- Recommended wire rope: ½ in × 165 ft
- Pierce SKU PSHV18000 — typically in stock, fast turnaround
For lighter pulling at higher line speed, see the 15,000 lb Hydraulic Recovery Winch. For the same motor in a heavier-duty PSHDH frame with output-shaft clutch, see the 20,000 lb Hydraulic Recovery Winch (Long Drum, Manual) or 20,000 lb Hydraulic Recovery Winch (Narrow Drum, Air).
⚠️ Never use a winch for lifting or moving people. Pulling and recovery use only.
