Spare Wheel Mounting
MetalCloak SportGate – aluminum spare tire carrier for Ford Bronco
MetalCloak SportGate is an adjustable spare tire carrier for the 2021+ Ford Bronco 6G, designed to accommodate tires up to 38 inches. Its aluminum tailgate reinforcement retains the factory backup camera, third brake light, and OEM handle operation.
MetalCloak SportGate – aluminum spare tire carrier for Ford Bronco 6G 2021+
The MetalCloak SportGate is a tailgate reinforcement and adjustable spare tire mounting system designed for the 2021+ Ford Bronco 6G. It allows you to safely carry a larger spare tire while retaining convenient operation of the factory tailgate handle.
Laser-cut 3/16-inch aluminum components strengthen the tailgate structure without adding unnecessary weight. Height and offset adjustment make it possible to match the carrier to different tire sizes and wheels with factory or modified backspacing.
Key benefits
- Reinforces the Ford Bronco 6G tailgate for a larger and heavier spare tire.
- Provides vertical tire position adjustment and adjustable offset from the tailgate.
- Compatible with wheels using factory or aftermarket backspacing.
- Supports tires up to 38 inches in diameter.
- Retains the factory handle and original tailgate opening operation.
- Includes a dedicated mount for the OEM backup camera and factory wiring.
- Adjustable bracket allows reuse of the factory third brake light.
- Does not obstruct the factory tailgate vent.
- Aluminum construction provides the required rigidity while keeping overall weight under control.


What is included
- Main SportGate tire mount.
- Adjustable spare tire mount.
- Adjustable third brake light bracket.
- Tire offset adjustment component.
- Factory backup camera bracket.
- Required installation hardware.




Technical specifications / facts
- MetalCloak part number: B0250.
- Compatibility: 2021+ Ford Bronco 6G.
- Main SportGate brackets: 3/16-inch aluminum.
- Adjustment brackets: 3/16-inch aluminum.
- Third brake light bracket: 3/16-inch aluminum.
- Maximum supported tire diameter: up to 38 inches.
- Recommended maximum combined wheel and tire weight: 150 lb.
- Adjustable tire mounting height.
- Adjustable offset for wheels with different backspacing.
- Finish: black textured powder coat.
- Made in the USA.
Recommended users / applications
- For Ford Bronco 6G owners using tires larger than the factory size.
- For vehicles equipped with wheels using factory or modified backspacing.
- For overlanding, off-road driving, and daily use where a full-size spare tire is required.
- For users who want to retain the factory backup camera, third brake light, and OEM tailgate operation.
- As a tailgate reinforcement for a heavier wheel and tire package within the manufacturer’s stated limit.
Installation / notes
- The manufacturer rates the installation difficulty as easy.
- Estimated installation time: 1–2 hours.
- No body modifications are required.
- The system reuses the factory handle, backup camera, wiring, and third brake light.
- The factory tailgate vent remains functional after installation.
- MetalCloak recommends that the combined wheel and tire weight does not exceed 150 lb.
Summary for quick reference
- Ford Bronco 6G 2021+.
- Tires up to 38 inches.
- Adjustable height and backspacing.
- 3/16-inch aluminum tailgate reinforcement.
- Retains the backup camera and third brake light.
- Retains factory tailgate handle operation.
- Black textured powder coat.
- No body modifications required.