How Winch Brakes have Evolved since the 1970s

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  1. 1000-5
The GIGGLEPIN GP100 ....$3,800
Twin motor Warn 8274 variant
The 8274, which I still have on a shelf from 1976,...
The 8274 stood for
8-8000 pounds
2- two directions in/out
74-1974, the year first introduced

Introduced in 1974, it replaced the original Belleview winch that was made from 1959-1973. The M8274 has remained basically unchanged since '74, with only minor tweaks including upgraded electrics throughout the years, and a few cosmetic revisions.

They came out with a 50 year anniversary model 8274-50 for about $3,000. 10,000 pounds, now. Year introduced 1998.

In 2008, they had a limited edition of numbered winches, the 8274-60.

In, 2018, they introduced a model 8274-70



The M8274–Warn Industries’ most iconic winch—is evolving. It will maintain all the things buyers love about the product: speed, durability, and its famous shape, but we’ve added more performance and more features. Comes with 150’ of 3/8” diameter lightweight, easy-to-handle Spydura synthetic rope.

Rated Line Pull = 10,000 lbs.

Voltage = 12V

Motor = 6 HP

Remote Control = Remote switch, 12 ft. lead

Gear Ratio = 134.1

Weight = 54.9 lbs.

Synthetic Rope: 150 ft. of 3/8 Spydura rope

Fairlead: = Hawse

Type of Winch = Electric

150' of 3/8" diameter lightweight, easy-to-handle Spydura synthetic rope

High-output 6 HP motor for increased 10,000 lb. pulling capacity (up from 8,000 lbs.)

IP68 waterproof Albright electrical contactor for the ultimate in reliability and control

Restyled high-strength polymer control pack housing for a modern twist on classic styling

Ergonomic stainless steel clutch T-handle is easier to use than before

Two Oilite bushings installed on pinion gear assembly for improved durability in extreme recovery conditions

Bolt-and-washer assembly replaces retaining ring on brake shaft

Made in the USA in Clackamas, Oregon



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