Rugged Ridge
Rugged Ridge Arcus Bumper for 18-25 Jeep Wrangler JL & Gladiator JT
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Description
Stamped Steel Styling: Made from an 11 gauge stamped steel shell with sleek styling that delivers a clean strong look that will be an eye-catcher for sure.
Included Winch Mount & Tow Hooks:This stout package includes a 1/4" thick steel winch plate which is compatible with winches up to a 12,500 lb rating. Compatible with both a roller fairlead or hawse fairlead. Including massive 1" thick recovery hooks that are made for abuse and dual cross-drilled to accept both 7/8" and 3/4" D-rings. D-rings are sold separate. Wheel hard and recover with confidence on your adventures.
Fog Light & Hi-lift Ready: Simple recesses in the bumper offer direct frame access for a safe hi-lift jacking point. While the built-in fog light pockets allow for the factory Sport & Sahara fog lights to fit without modification. LED lighting can be fitted with adapter brackets which are sold separate. See Rugged Ridge part numbers 11232.23 and 11232.24.
- Features: D-Ring Shackle Brackets, Integrated Fog Light Mounts, Integrated Winch Mount or Grille Guard, Integrated Fog Light Mounts, Integrated Winch Mount
- Color: Black
- Style: Stubby Bumper
- Material: Steel
Jeep Gladiator (JT)
- 2025 Jeep Gladiator (JT)
- 2024 Jeep Gladiator (JT)
- 2023 Jeep Gladiator (JT)
- 2022 Jeep Gladiator (JT)
- 2021 Jeep Gladiator (JT)
- 2020 Jeep Gladiator (JT)
Jeep Wrangler 2-Door (JL)
- 2025 Jeep Wrangler 2-Door (JL)
- 2024 Jeep Wrangler 2-Door (JL)
- 2023 Jeep Wrangler 2-Door (JL)
- 2022 Jeep Wrangler 2-Door (JL)
- 2021 Jeep Wrangler 2-Door (JL)
- 2020 Jeep Wrangler 2-Door (JL)
- 2019 Jeep Wrangler 2-Door (JL)
- 2018 Jeep Wrangler 2-Door (JL)
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4-Door (JL)
- 2025 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4-Door (JL)
- 2024 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4-Door (JL)
- 2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4-Door (JL)
- 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4-Door (JL)
- 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4-Door (JL)
- 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4-Door (JL)
- 2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4-Door (JL)
- 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4-Door (JL)
Additional Information
Features: |
D-Ring Shackle Brackets |
Features: |
Integrated Winch Mount or Grille Guard |
Features: |
Integrated Winch Mount |
Color: |
Black |
Style: |
Stubby Bumper |
Material: |
Steel |
Jeep Gladiator Front Bumper Installation with Badlands Winch
Upgrading the front bumper on your Jeep Gladiator JT? Whether you're prepping for the trail or just want a tougher, more aggressive look, this installation guide walks you through every step. In this video, we install an aftermarket steel bumper and a Badlands 12,000 lb winch—perfect for off-road recovery setups.
What's Covered in This Install
- Factory bumper removal tips
- Mounting the steel bumper to factory brackets
- Installing the Badlands winch with roller fairlead
- Electrical hookup walkthrough
- Torque specs for bumper and winch hardware
- Post-install alignment and safety checks
Recommended Tools for the Job
- 18mm and 19mm sockets
- Torque wrench (90–100 ft-lbs for bumper bolts)
- Impact driver
- Electrical crimp tool for winch connections
- Zip ties & loom wrap for a clean install
Why Upgrade Your Gladiator Bumper?
A steel bumper improves durability, increases clearance, and provides winch mounting capability—critical for off-road recoveries. Pairing it with a Badlands winch gives you a budget-friendly, high-capacity solution for pulling your Jeep out of tough spots.
Compatible Jeep Models
This install guide applies to:
- 2020–2025 Jeep Gladiator JT Sport
- Rubicon, Mojave, Overland, and Willys trims
FAQ
Q: Can I reuse factory fog lights?
A: Depends on the bumper. Most aftermarket bumpers accept OEM LED fog lights with brackets.
Q: Will this void my warranty?
A: No, but electrical work should be done carefully. Use a fuse link or isolation switch for winch power.
Q: Is the Badlands winch waterproof?
A: It has a weather-resistant housing. Submersion not recommended.
