Keeper
Keeper KV85022 8500 lbs winch with remote light
An 8,500 lb capacity winch with a 5.5 HP 12V motor, 85 ft galvanized wire rope, wireless remote with integrated LED light, and automatic mechanical brake for vehicle recovery
- 8500 lbs pulling power for heavy recovery
- 5 HP 12V DC motor delivers strong torque
- 85 ft galvanized wire rope with clevis hook
- 3-stage planetary gearbox with case-hardened gears
- 15 ft pendant switch with integrated LED work light
8,500 lb recovery winch
The Keeper KV85022 is a 12 V DC electric winch rated for 8,500 lbs of single-line pulling power. It is built for self-recovery, trailer loading and general vehicle or object recovery tasks. The unit includes 85 ft of 5/16 in galvanised wire rope with a clevis hook and latch. A handheld pendant switch on a 15 ft lead integrates an LED work light for low-visibility operation.
5.5 HP motor with mechanical brake
A 5.5 HP permanent-magnet motor drives a three-stage planetary gearbox with case-hardened gears. An automatic mechanical full-load brake holds the load when power is removed. The sliding ring-gear free-spool clutch lets the drum freewheel for rapid rope deployment. Power-in and power-out functions are controlled from the pendant.
Heavy-duty fairlead and remote control
A heavy-duty four-way roller fairlead guides the rope onto the drum at varying angles. The 15 ft wired pendant places the controls and integrated LED light in the operator's hands, removing the need to reach the winch body during recovery. The assembly is designed for 12 V vehicle electrical systems and mounts to a compatible winch plate or bumper.
Highlights
- 8500 lbs pulling power for heavy recovery
- 5 HP 12V DC motor delivers strong torque
- 85 ft galvanized wire rope with clevis hook
- 3-stage planetary gearbox with case-hardened gears
- 15 ft pendant switch with integrated LED work light
Specifications
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Questions about this item
How do I wire the 12 V DC motor and where does the 15 ft pendant lead connect?
Mount the winch, run heavy-gauge cables from the 12 V motor terminals to the battery with a suitable fuse, then plug the 15 ft hand-held pendant into the control socket on the motor housing.
Which parts of the KV85022 will need inspection or replacement after repeated pulls?
Check the 85 ft galvanized wire rope for kinks or broken strands, inspect the clevis hook latch for wear, and lubricate the 3-stage planetary gear box and sliding ring gear clutch periodically.
What stops a long, heavy pull first — motor heat or the automatic brake?
The 5.5 HP permanent-magnet motor will overheat on extended duty cycles before the automatic mechanical full-load brake becomes the limiting factor.
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