Which is Better for Snow Plow Mount on Vehicle Front Hitch or Frame Brackets

Published 06/07/2019

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Detail K2 Summit II Snowplow - 88" Wide x 26" Tall

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Custom Mounting Brackets for Detail K2 Snowplows - Standard

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Question:

the K2 plow manual recommends not to use a hitch, the 65069 is a hitch, the 31432 is in line. but has less vertical load capacity 2016 wrangler unlimited stock bumper

asked by: John I

Expert Reply:

I would recommend going with a snow plow for your 2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited that uses frame brackets to attach to the vehicle instead of a front hitch. The brackets are a bit more secure and less likely to fail than a hitch. I say that because we've tested a couple of the hitch mounted options and they ripped the front hitch off of a Highlander twice...

So the Detail K2 Rampage II part # K2SUMM8826 that you referenced is a really great option that all you'd need to install on your Wrangler is the correct bracket kit part # K284219 which is custom fit for your Wrangler.

expert reply by: Jameson C