Steel Armour Front Bumper - Jeep Wrangler JL/JLU 2018+

A steel front bumper for the Jeep Wrangler JL and JLU from 2018 onwards. The manufacturer calls it "Pancerz" - Polish for armour - and that describes it well: an angular welded plate structure in which a boxed lower beam joins an upper frame that wraps the grille opening and both headlights.

A winch plate is included. The front face of the lower beam carries a rectangular cut-out with two bolt holes for a rope fairlead, plus two recessed shackle mounts, one on each side. The manufacturer does not state plate thickness, bumper weight or any type approval.

Key benefits

• Steel where the factory bumper used to be - a welded plate structure at the part of the car that takes the first hit on the trail.
• Winch plate included - no separate adapter to buy.
• Fairlead cut-out in the front face of the lower beam, with two mounting holes.
• Two recessed shackle mounts - the recovery points do not stick out past the bumper line.
• Grille opening and both headlights stay exposed - the upper frame surrounds them without covering them.

What is in the box

• 1 x steel front bumper with integrated upper frame
• 1 x winch mounting plate
• The manufacturer does not list bolts or mounting brackets as part of the kit

Technical data

• Part number: TXSKJL 046
• Application: Jeep Wrangler JL and JLU, 2018 onwards
• Type: front bumper with integrated upper frame
• Material: steel
• Finish: matt black
• Winch plate: included
• Fairlead: rectangular cut-out with two holes in the front face
• Shackle mounts: two, recessed into the front face
• Type approval: not stated by the manufacturer
• The manufacturer does not state dimensions, plate thickness or bumper weight

Who it is for

For a JL or JLU owner who drives off road and wants steel rather than plastic up front, with a winch position already prepared. If you are not sure the bumper suits your trim level, write to us and we will check it with the supplier before you order.

Fitting and notes

The manufacturer states no type approval for this bumper - neither European ECE nor any other. There is no declaration of conformity or certificate number either, which is worth keeping in mind before a roadworthiness test. The manufacturer does not describe the fitting procedure, does not say whether drilling is needed and does not list a bolt kit. It also says nothing about what happens to the factory items in the bumper - daytime running lights, indicators, parking sensors or the adaptive cruise radar if the car has one. The 30 kg figure on the listing is shipping weight, not the weight of the bumper itself. We can fit it in our workshop.

Why it is worth it

• Steel and a winch plate in one part.
• Two recessed shackle mounts with no extra hardware to add.
• The frame leaves the grille opening and headlights clear.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicle does this bumper fit?

The manufacturer states the Jeep Wrangler JL and JLU from 2018 onwards. It does not break that down by trim level, so if you have a Rubicon, a 4xe or a car with radar in the bumper, write to us and we will check with the supplier before you order.

Can I mount a winch behind it?

A winch plate is included and the front face has a rectangular fairlead cut-out. The manufacturer does not say which winch models or what pulling capacity it is designed for.

Does the bumper have shackle mounts?

Yes. There are two recessed mounts in the front face, one on each side. The manufacturer does not state their rated load.

Does the manufacturer state a type approval?

No. Neither European ECE approval nor any other standard is given for this bumper.

Does the bumper cover the grille or headlights?

No. The upper frame surrounds the grille opening and both headlights and leaves them exposed. The manufacturer does not describe how the smaller bumper lights are handled.