WARN 101575 Handheld Portable Drill Winch with 40 Foot
$268.26
Product Overview
The WARN 101575 Handheld Portable Drill Winch transforms a standard handheld power drill into a powerful pulling tool designed for tough outdoor and utility tasks. Engineered for versatility and durability, this winch is ideal for hunters, farmers, ranchers, contractors, and anyone needing reliable pulling power in remote or rugged environments. With a 750 lb. single-line pulling capacity and a 40-foot synthetic rope, it offers both strength and convenience for dragging logs, moving equipment, setting fences, and handling heavy loads with minimal setup.
Powered by any standard portable drill (not included), the drill winch eliminates the need for bulky winching systems while delivering consistent performance. Its compact design makes it easy to transport and store, whether you’re heading into the backcountry or working on a job site. The inclusion of an integrated hawse fairlead and front/rear rigging hooks ensures secure line management and quick rigging. Whether you’re clearing trails, loading gear, or assisting with recovery operations, the WARN Drill Winch delivers dependable function where it’s needed most.
Key Features
- 750 lb. Single-Line Pulling Capacity: Delivers strong, reliable pulling power suitable for a wide range of demanding applications from trail maintenance to animal retrieval.
- Powered by Standard Portable Drill: Compatible with any common handheld drill—no special equipment required. Simply attach your drill to activate winch operation.
- 40-Foot Synthetic Rope: Includes 40 feet (12.2 meters) of durable 5/32″ (4mm) synthetic rope that’s lightweight yet strong, reducing strain during use and improving portability.
- Integrated Hawse Fairlead: Built-in fairlead guides the rope smoothly, reducing friction and wear for more efficient pulling and extended rope life.
- Front and Rear Rigging Hooks: Heavy-duty hooks at both ends allow for secure anchoring and versatile attachment points to trees, posts, vehicles, or other fixed objects.
- Free-Spool Clutch Mechanism: Enables rapid line deployment when tension isn’t needed—ideal for fast rigging and unspooling without manual rewinding.
- Rugged and Lightweight Design: Constructed for durability in harsh conditions while remaining easy to carry and maneuver in tight spaces.
Technical Specifications
- Pulling Capacity: 750 lbs (single-line)
- Rope Type: Synthetic
- Rope Length: 40 feet (12.2 meters)
- Rope Diameter: 5/32 inch (4 mm)
- Compatible Power Source: Standard portable drill (not included)
- Hawse Fairlead: Integrated
- Rigging Hooks: Front and rear included
- Clutch Type: Free-spool
Benefits & Use Cases
This drill winch excels in scenarios where traditional winches are too large or impractical. Hunters appreciate its ability to retrieve downed game quickly and quietly, especially in dense terrain. Landowners find it invaluable for moving fencing materials, repositioning gates, or dragging brush off property lines. Trail crews use it to pull stuck vehicles out of mud or snow, while construction workers rely on it for loading trailers or securing cargo. Its compact size allows for easy storage in ATV racks, vehicle trunks, or tool sheds without taking up much space.
The synthetic rope not only reduces overall weight but also resists rot, mildew, and UV damage—making it ideal for long-term outdoor exposure. Unlike steel cable, it won’t kink or rust, ensuring smoother operation and easier cleanup after each use. The free-spool clutch simplifies one-person operation, allowing users to rapidly pay out rope when repositioning or resetting anchor points. Combined with the robust frame and secure hook attachments, the system maintains stability even under heavy load.
Because it runs on a standard drill, there’s no need for additional batteries, fuel, or complex wiring. Just plug in your existing drill, connect the winch, and begin work immediately. This plug-and-play functionality lowers the barrier to entry for casual users while maintaining professional-grade performance for experienced operators.
Important Notes
A standard portable drill must be purchased separately to operate the winch. Ensure your drill has sufficient torque and speed settings compatible with winching tasks. Always inspect the synthetic rope before each use for signs of abrasion, cuts, or fraying—replace if any damage is detected. Secure all rigging points thoroughly; improper anchoring can lead to equipment failure or injury. Do not exceed the stated 750 lb. pulling capacity. Store the winch in a dry location to preserve internal components and prolong service life. The package includes the drill winch unit, 40 feet of synthetic rope, and front and rear rigging hooks. No additional tools are required for assembly or operation.
9 reviews for WARN 101575 Handheld Portable Drill Winch with 40 Foot
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kompewterz –
Better than the pullzall for my application
If you’re sitting on the fence between this and the pullzall – This totally outperformed the cordless pullzall for firewood retrieval. I had them both and returned the pullzall. The spool out function and 30′ wire were the biggest features over the pullzall. I was using a Dewalt 996 20 volt drill in 3rd gear (2000 rpm) for most pulls up a 45 degree incline 175ft to the bucking and splitting station. I heat entirely with wood and live on the edge of a steep hill full of firewood. I had previously used a rope and pulley system, but this winch made this season a whole lot easier. The single line pull is good for 500 pounds, which I exceeded a few times and had to switch to a snatch block system. I have three 4 ah batteries, two 5 ah batteries, and three 2 ah batteries. It usually took a combination of about 6 ah of battery to pull my logs up the 175ft incline. It performed 32 full pulls without any obvious signs of wear. When I got close to the 500 pound limit my Dewalt drill performed better in 2nd gear (1300 RPM). I tried my Milwaukee Fuel 12 volt drill and it worked okay, but drained the battery a lot faster (almost one whole 2 ah battery for 30ft of loaded pull). This makes sense because a lower voltage would require more amperage to perform the same task. A lot of the review videos you watch about this product show people using this with the time sped up, I was concerned that this thing would be terribly slow. It isn’t slow, but it depends on your drill. The average corded drill spins slower and has less power than the 996 (which is the most powerful 18 volt class drill you can buy right now). The winch can be run all the way in within about two minutes with a medium load on high speed. There is a window in the top that allows you to watch the spooling of the wire. The handle is convenient and well balanced for carrying the tool. I did notice one drawback, after about 6 pulls, the free spool was more difficult to pull all the wire out. After the winch cooled off, it would spool out easier until it got several pulls on it. I assume this is due to expansion and contraction of the metal. I put a lot of heavy use on this tool very fast, and I expected it to fail at some point in my operation. I doubt it is rated for that kind of duty cycle, but it performed extremely well.UPDATE: 8/4/18 Still been using it a lot for work pulling pumps out of lift stations and I used it recently to pull about 200 ft of 6″ pvc up a hill on a project. Have started using it again for firewood this season and it is still working great. It has been helping position 20″ diameter 6ft long oak logs to the main drag line to the tractor. If it broke, I would buy a replacement immediately. It is a tough little winch that is perfect for general purpose. A lot easier to use and faster than a come-along.UPDATE: 5/7/20 This thing still continues to impress. I am using multiple times a week now to pull 200 pound loads virtically. Still working flawlessly
Kevin –
Most awesomest tool ever
I was hesitant at first because of the relatively low, pulling power. Having owned larger winches in the past I wasnât sure how well this one was going to work that said it is the greatest tool. I have purchased in the last 10 years. I have pulled a lot of timber with it since I got it and I can tell you it does a lot more work than size would suggest. It would, however, strongly recommend getting several tree savers and some snatch blocks and learning how to use them. You do not want to continuously max the pull on this unit in straight line pulls. No matter how high the quality is on any winch continuing to operate it at full capacity will shorten his lifespan considerably. This thing is so light and so handy you owe it to yourself to buy one. One of the best parts of it is itâs not committed to a single vehicle so it can be used anywhere you can carry it.
B. Holst –
Warn Drill Powered Winch is Excellent!
I looked at the advertisement and the photos and thought that this looked good, but maybe a bit gimmicky. But it’s a Warn, so it’s worth a look. It arrived today and I took it to the garage to see what I got, and it’s all good. I set my ramp and emulated a situation where I needed to load my non-running snow blower up the steep ramp and into my vehicle for service. I powered it up the ramp using a 20 year old two speed cordless drill – on high speed. No strain at all. It’s faster than I expected and a variable speed drill is a wise choice. Of course we have to be able to lower what we lift or pull, and contrary to most accounts, this little winch works fine in reverse to lower the snow blower down the ramp safely. When you’re done, you’ll want to wind your cable on the drum neatly and the view window allows for monitoring of the cable lie on the drum. Of course this is day one so I can’t comment on the durability yet, but the frame and all attaching points are all steel. It’s a well made piece. The plastic cover and hand grip are substantial feeling. The clutch engages and releases with a positive click, as I’d expect from Warn. Judging by the way it pulled my 24″ 2 stage blower up the ramp, I know it’ll do what I need. This will be a back saver.Know that it is NOT sold as a lifting device. It’s a winch, not a hoist. But I’m not here to tell you what to do with yours. I know that the winch speed is very controllable and practical. It lifted my 220 pound blower a few inches so I could replace a wheel and the dynamic brake held the weight with no slippage. And then with the drill in reverse it set the blower down gently. I have not tested this to the 500 pound limit and my tasks really don’t deal with that much weight. It is certainly the right tool for me.
Amazon Customer –
It just works
I had to move tons (literally and figuratively) of cut-down trees. I almost rented a skidsteer but that seemed a lot of money and I didnât have the ability to do the whole project I needed to do all at once. So I bought this drill based winch. I had a âcome-alongâ and it works BUT this winch really works. There were electric winches but it seemed they might get too warm and need to cool down not to mention they need an extension cord. This WARN device kept getting good reviews and so I bought it. I have been impressed over and over. Sometimes after a big tree gets towed into place and falls into its final spot me and my likes-to-do-this-stuff adult daughter just kinda laugh at how it worked. Nowâ¦I also use rope and braided wire and a farm jack and some levering things along with the winch but frankly without the winch this just would not have worked. Would buy it again in a second if I had to do it over again. We are using the non-nylon rope version. Seems very durable. Using a Dewalt 20v drill with 5amp batteries and a single battery really works a long time in our project.
Jack –
I have now bought 3 of these. Originally bough for home use, however it got applied in an industrial work setting. Multiple applications. Not for overhead hoisting. Its 10 times faster and more precise than come along, chain fall, turfer winch.The first one bough with synthetic rope, it got abused by rough surfaces so not looking so good but still doing the job after 4 years. It likely has a thousand hours of use now and is looking beat up but still holding up. Anyone working in industrial services will get that.Bought a second synthetic rope unit for home, seems the original one I bough always ends up in someone else’s rig.Bough the 3rd unit with the wire rope for my rig, It is heavier but will be more resistant to abrasion.
Amazon Customer –
I use this winch for all of my high level works. Makes getting tools and parts up and down a 8 meter scaffold tower so much more convenient. Iâve had it lift over 100kg so far with ease.
STEHEL –
Tutto OK: robusto, compatto, leggero, funzionamento perfetto; il costo giustifica in pieno la sua qualita’ incriticabile ed eccelsa. Grazie tante.
RC hobby freak –
Ya bien sea para un RZR o una GS , cuando te encuentres en una situación en off-road, este Winch te saca de apuros.
byb –
Voraussetzung ist natürlich ein leistungsstarker Akkuschrauber, ich benutze die Winde in Verbindung mit einem 18V Lidl Parkside Performance Schlagbohrschrauber mit 80Nm Drehmoment. Mit einem älteren Metabo 14,4V LTX Impuls Schrauber klappt es auch, aber bei dem ist der knapp 10 Jahre alte Akku ziemlich am Ende und ein neuer Metabo Akku kostet fast so viel, wie der Lidl Schrauber mit Akku. Wer einen Akkuschrauber ab ca 60Nm hat, ist mit der Winde gut bedient.