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🧾 Overview
The Rock Slide Engineering Shorty Front Bumper with Winch Plate for Jeep Wrangler JL/JLU and Gladiator JT (2018–Present) is a high-clearance, short-length front bumper built for drivers who want maximum approach angle, reduced front-end weight, and uncompromised recovery capability.
Designed and manufactured by Rock Slide Engineering, this shorty bumper features a lightweight aluminum outer shell paired with a steel inner structure at all critical load points. The integrated steel winch plate, dual D-ring recovery points, and removable short-height bull bar make it a compact but fully capable solution for trail use, recovery, and flat towing.
Factory fog light pockets are retained, while the bull bar supports a 20-inch light bar for added trail visibility. Finished in a durable textured black powder coat, this bumper is built to perform and last.
✔ Shorty design for maximum clearance and approach angle
✔ Integrated steel winch plate and recovery points
✔ Lightweight aluminum with steel reinforcement
✔ Made in the USA
🛠 Installation
- Bolt-on installation using factory frame mounting points
- No cutting or drilling required
- Includes required mounting hardware
- Estimated install time: ~2 hours
📌 Specs
📌 Key Features & Benefits
- Shorty bumper design maximizes approach angle and tire clearance
- Aluminum outer shell reduces weight while maintaining strength
- Steel inner structure mounts directly to the vehicle frame
- Integrated steel winch plate for common winch mounting patterns
- Two steel D-ring recovery points for recovery or flat towing
- Retains factory 4" fog light pockets
- Removable short-height bull bar accepts a 20" light bar
- Pre-drilled hole for flag or antenna mount
- Textured black powder coat finish
- Designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA
📐 Specifications
- Product Type: Front winch bumper
- Design: Shorty / high-clearance
- Material: Aluminum outer shell with steel inner structure
- Finish: Textured black powder coat
- Winch Mount: Integrated (steel)
- Recovery Points: Dual steel D-ring mounts
- Lighting Support:
- Factory 4" fog lights
- 20" light bar (bull bar mount)
- Bull Bar: Removable
- Sold As: Each
📦 What’s Included
- Rock Slide Engineering shorty front bumper
- Integrated steel winch plate
- Removable short-height bull bar
- Dual D-ring recovery points
- Mounting hardware
🛡 Warranty
- Manufacturer-backed warranty
- Warranty coverage provided by Rock Slide Engineering
⚠️ Fitment Notes
- Jeep Wrangler JL (2-door) — 2018–2025
- Jeep Wrangler JLU (4-door) — 2018–2025
- Jeep Gladiator JT — 2020–2025
⚠️ Fitment Notes
- Winch sold separately
- Lights sold separately
- Designed for factory frame mounting locations
- Compatible with flat towing when properly equipped