One of the new Suzuki Jimny's only downfall is the low Gross Vehicle Mass rating from Factory with the recommended 'Load' weights seen below:
Manual Transmission Jimny's kerb weight is 1075kg = a maximum of 360kg of additional 'Load' is recommended.
Automatic Transmission Jimny's kerb weight is 1090kg = a maximum of 345kg of additional 'Load' is recommended.
So when you start loading your Jimny up with heavy accessories such as steel Bull Bars, Roof Racks, Extra Fuel and Passengers and Luggage, you fast approach the maximum GVM. The point being every Kilogram counts, and it can add up fast. So for those who love testing the off-road capabilities of the Jimny, and want the benefit of feeling secure they can get out of trouble with a winch - then the Warn AXON winch series is something to consider.
Weighing only 14kgs, the AXON 55-S is less than half the weight it's bigger brother the Warn VR EVO 8-S, and has an extremely compact design ensuring it will work in combination with most Winch Mounts & Bull Bars with no modification needed.
OZ Jimny highly recommends you consider the AXON range of winches if you plan on adding a steel bull bar to front of your Jimny. With most aftermarket bull bars weighing around 35-60 kgs, adding yet another 25 kgs of winch will greatly increase load over the front axle, putting the drivetrain under immense stress for a lightweight off-roader.
For those who have opted for the ARB Summit Bull Bar or Ironman Special & Commercial Deluxe Bull Bars, a larger Fairlead is required for successful fitment. This is available as an optional extra.
WARN has taken winching to the next level by combining a powerful motor and first-of-its-kind digital contactor into one unit called a Motactor™. The WARN Motactor™ increases performance, drops installation time, and provides never-before-seen levels of performance and feedback to the user. Tech is nothing without durability, so we made AXON the most durable powersports winch ever. All-metal construction, waterproof sealing, and increased structural rigidity are made for extreme environments. It’s smart, tough, and perfect for a wide range of powersports vehicles. Available in 3,500, 4,500, and 5,500 pulling capacities, with a choice of steel or Spydura™ synthetic rope.
- AXON 55-S comes with 50’ of lightweight, easy-to-handle ¼” Spydura synthetic rope, an Epic
hawse fairlead, and a black hook
- Massive 5,500 lb. capacity for the biggest UTVs and biggest pulls
- Revolutionary Motactor™ combines motor and contactor for easy installation, best performance
- IP68 waterproofing keeps water and the elements out
- Digital control offers never-beforeseen levels of reliability and user feedback, including providing load and temperature info
- Satin black powder-coated finish and stainless steel fasteners for corrosion resistance
- Durable all-metal construction and one-piece tie plate (vs. tie bars) for increased structural rigidity
- New clutch design based on legendary WARN 4WD hub lock know-how
- Load-holding brake for great control
- Smooth and reliable all-metal three-stage planetary gear train
- Rockerbar digital control switch and digital wired remote
- Limited lifetime warranty (mechanical), 3 year warranty (electrical)
AXON 55-S Specifications:
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Winch model: Axon 55-S |
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Part numbers: AXON-55-S-101150 |
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Rated line pull: 5500 lbs. (2495 kg) single line |
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Motor: 12V Permanent Magnet |
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Sealing: IP68 waterproof |
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Geartrain: 3-Stage Planetary |
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Rope Material: Synthetic |
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Rope length & diameter: 50′ x 1/4″ (15m x 6.3mm) |
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Primary Control: Rockerbar digital control switch |
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Remote Control: Digital corded remote |
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Brake: Mechanical brake |
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Mechanical Warranty: Limited lifetime |
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Electrical Warranty: 3 Year |
