Warn Industries has been synonymous with vehicle recovery for decades. The company is known for manufacturing some of the best-quality winches, recovery equipment, and off-road vehicle accessories. In 2006, Warn released its all-new PowerPlant Dual Force winch system and air source unit. A dependable air source and recovery system are without a doubt two very vital accessories for serious off-road enthusiasts, and Warn has ingeniously packaged the two in one unit.
By combining both air and recovery units together, Warn has freed up interior and engine compartment space. Now, you don't have to carry around or install additional equipment for air. The price of the PowerPlant might be higher than other winch systems, but the added cost is justified by the integrated air compressor.
After installation of the winch, there is really nothing else to do for air other than put the air line together, connect the hose to the top of the air outlet connection, turn the switch to "air," push a button on the remote, and start pumping. The PowerPlant is available in two versions - HP (High Performance) and HD (Heavy Duty). The HP is rated at 9,000 pounds for faster line speed, and the HD is rated at 12,000 pounds for longer motor duty cycles.
| Specifications |
| Pull Rating | 9,000 lbs. |
| Airflow: | 12 cfm@ 0 psi
5 cfm@ 90 psi |
| Max. Air Pressure | 100 psi |
| Motor: | Series-wound 4.6hp 12v |
| Geartrain: | Three-stage planetary |
| Weight: | 100 lbs. |
| Wire Rope: | 125 ft. of 5/16 inch |
The well-built PowerPlant is tough and dependable. The winch and air compressor are encased in a good-looking rigid casing. The system may be slightly larger and heavier than traditional winches, but this is to be expected in a multiuse tool. | 
The plug-in for the remote is easily accessible. To switch from winch recovery to air, simply turn the switch (right of plug-in) from the winch icon to the air icon. | 
On the handle of the winch remote is the compressor's on/off button. Once the compressor is on, it will run until it is turned off or the air tank is full. An additional tank is available and comes in either a 2.5- or 5-gallon capacity. |
The air connector is tucked neatly behind the rubber door at the top of the winch. | 
Using quick-release hose ends, you can have air in less than a minute. It's as simple as using a regular compressor. | 
We tested the system by airing down a 35-inch tire to 5 pounds and then timing the inflation. The compressor inflated the tire to 32 pounds in 2.37 seconds - not bad. The compressor is also capable of powering air tools, such as an impact wrench to change a tire, but the optional air tank must be used. The PowerPlant could also prove to be very handy on a jobsite. |