Closer Look at the new Warn ZEON XD Winch

Northridge4x4 · Nov 5, 2024

Join @Tech Tim in the Northridge4x4 DIY Studio to take a closer look at the new Warn Zeon XD winches.

The new Zeon XD winch is an update of the original Zeon with some cool new features.

New O-ring seal, no more paper gaskets
New IP69K rating for high pressure spray, same IP68 rating for water immersion and dust ingression.
Faster loaded line speed
Faster unloaded line speed
Available in a 10K, 12K and now a 14K pull rating.
Warn HUB wireless receiver - control your winch with your phone
Limited lifetime warranty on mechanicals and 7 year warranty on electrical

You can get the new Zeon XD winches here:
Warn Zeon XD 10-S: https://www.northridge4x4.com/part/jeep-truck-suv-winches/110010-warn-zeon-10-s-winch
Warn Zeon XD 12-S: https://www.northridge4x4.com/part/jeep-truck-suv-winches/110012-warn-zeon-xd-12-s-winch
Warn Zeon XD 14-S: Coming SOON

4xFUN · Nov 5, 2024

Also the housing on the new Zeon XD is slightly smaller than the Zeon-S and seems to fit fine between the frame rails without trimming the inside of the frame horns! It is not only a bit narrower overall, the end caps are just a bit smaller diameter as well.

New Zeon XD 10-S...

Jeep Wrangler JL Closer Look at the new Warn ZEON XD Winch Screenshot 2024-11-03 at 9.20.33 AM

Previous Zeon 10-S...

Jeep Wrangler JL Closer Look at the new Warn ZEON XD Winch Screenshot 2024-11-03 at 9.21.52 AM

BDinTX · Nov 6, 2024

@Northridge4x4 Any chance they mention its duty cycle? I reached out to Warn a few years ago about my Zeon 10s since the manual doesn’t specify. They gave me an incredibly lame non-answer.

When I pressed for something they still wouldn’t even give me even the slightest guidance. Was pretty disappointing considering they price themselves, and hold the reputation, as the premier winch.

Grey24Rubi · Nov 6, 2024

I put a Zeon XD 10s (purchased from the nice folks at Northridge 4x4) on my 24 JLUR with AEV bumper a couple months ago. They indeed are a little narrower and fit down between the frame rails with ease and room to spare. The winch was the easiest part of that installation.

Jeep Wrangler JL Closer Look at the new Warn ZEON XD Winch IMG_3348

Terrymo · Nov 6, 2024

The XD is old news I guess. All the cool kids are waiting for the XP.
https://www.warn.com/blog-xp-teaser

Vinman · Nov 6, 2024

Terrymo said:
The XD is old news I guess. All the cool kids are waiting for the XP.
https://www.warn.com/blog-xp-teaser

The old XD line is the workhorse winches, old, simple, and dead nuts reliable.

Terrymo · Nov 6, 2024

Vinman said:
The old XD line is the workhorse winches, old, simple, and dead nuts reliable.

Yes I should have said the Zeon XD line which has stood the test of time since June 2024

Grey24Rubi · Nov 6, 2024

Terrymo said:
The XD is old news I guess. All the cool kids are waiting for the XP.
https://www.warn.com/blog-xp-teaser

Ahh man, what a jip! I didn't get any cool LED lights with my old out dated Zeon XD. I feel all empty inside now. lol

TheRaven · Nov 6, 2024

Terrymo said:
Yes I should have said the Zeon XD line which has stood the test of time since June 2024

The XP is just the "Zeon Platinum" version of the XD.

DarthAWM · Nov 6, 2024

TheRaven said:
The XP is just the "Zeon Platinum" version of the XD.

That manual clutch lever is a great improvement over the Platinum

Northridge4x4 · Nov 6, 2024

TheRaven said:
The XP is just the "Zeon Platinum" version of the XD.

Yep, what this guy said ^^^

DarthAWM said:
That manual clutch lever is a great improvement over the Platinum

100%!

We're waiting on the specs on the XP and will post them up when we get them.

Tech Tim · Nov 6, 2024

BDinTX said:
@Northridge4x4 Any chance they mention its duty cycle? I reached out to Warn a few years ago about my Zeon 10s since the manual doesn’t specify. They gave me an incredibly lame non-answer.

When I pressed for something they still wouldn’t even give me even the slightest guidance. Was pretty disappointing considering they price themselves, and hold the reputation, as the premier winch.

As someone who has used both the Zeon and the EVO winches in long winching sessions, it's your battery and charging system that will run out of juice before the winch fails.

**EDIT - So the best thing to do is to let your battery voltage dictate how long you are running your winch. Running the winch on low voltage power will damage the motor.

The rule of thumb has always been "If the winch is so hot you can't put your hand on it, let it cool down".
That held true with the older M style winches, but I haven't had a Zeon get that hot yet.

Terrymo · Nov 6, 2024

TheRaven said:
The XP is just the "Zeon Platinum" version of the XD.

Yes, I realize that since I posted the article…but XP though. Plus I just have a plain Zeon so I feel…inadequate.

Remorseless · Nov 6, 2024

Terrymo said:
Yes, I realize that since I posted the article…but XP though. Plus I just have a plain Zeon so I feel…inadequate.

Figured you'd be used to that feeling by now

Terrymo · Nov 6, 2024

Remorseless said:
Figured you'd be used to that feeling by now

Yeah but I don’t need the constant reminders

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