Top 5 Low Profile Front Bumpers for the 3rd Gen Toyota Tacoma
Adding a front bumper to your Tacoma allows extra protection as well as winch mounting capabilities to your truck. If you’re in the market for an aftermarket metal bumper, but don’t want to change the look of your truck too much or have to cut most of your factory front bumper off, going with a low-profile one might be the way to go. The benefit of low-profile bumpers is that they look like they came with the truck, or even better, don’t require cutting up your entire front bumper in order to mount them, and usually don’t affect ground clearance by decreasing your arrival and departure angles. They also provide recovery options such as winch mounting capabilities, recovery points, plus they add a little more protection in case you were to hit anything. If you’re in the market for a low-profile bumper but having a hard time choosing which one, here are our top 5 picks.
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CBI Fabrication Covert Series Front Bumper
CBI has been in the vehicle modification game for a while, and it really shows through the design and functionality of their Covert Series bumper for the Tacoma. With sleek styling and the ability to add a light bar and winch and integrated d-rings, this bumper is sure to fulfill your needs and keep your truck protected.
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Specs:
Requires Cutting
Mounts directly to the frame
Integrated D-Rings
Weight - 75lbs
Powder Coated Satin Black
Winch Mount
If you want a little extra protection for your front end, you can also add the CBI Bolt-On Grille Guard made specifically for the Covert Series bumper.
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Body Armor 4x4 HiLine Front Winch Bumper
If you’re looking for a budget-friendly low-profile bumper for your Tacoma without sacrificing quality or functionality, Body Armor 4x4 has you covered.
Specs:
Accommodates TRD Skid Plate
10,000lbs Winch Capacity
Light Texture Black Powder Coat
Fits 20” Light Bar
Includes License Plate Bracket
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Victory 4x4 Blitz Front Winch Bumper
Proudly made in the U.S, the Victory 4x4 Blitz Front Bumper is a great option when looking for a low-profile bumper. Only requiring slight cutting. Victory 4x4 allows multiple customization options so this bumper can be made unique to you.
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Specs:
Requires Cutting (Small Amount)
Available in Steel or Aluminum
Optional Grille Guard
Allows 20” Light Bar
Compatible with most 8k - 10k non-integrated or removable solenoid winches
Works with the TRD Pro Skid Plate
Option for bare metal or black powder coat finish
Optional grille guard
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DV8 Offroad Center Mount Front Bumper
DV8 Offroad is really standing out with their Tacoma modifications and their low-profile center mount bumper is no exception. Featuring a stylish powder coat finish and a unique grille guard with a light bar cut out, this bumper is definitely unique and a major attention grabber.
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Specs:
No Cutting Required - Fully Bolt-on Design
Reinforced Mounts for 3/4” D-Rings
Doesn’t Affect Ground Clearance
Light Bar Hole for 20” Light Bar
Mounts Winches Rated up to 12,500 lbs
Black Powder Coat
This bumper also pairs great with the DV8 Offroad Front Skid Plate (Also Featured in the Image Above) for the 2016+ Tacoma, and even allows you to add it as an option when purchasing the bumper so you can install them both at the same time.
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4 Wheel Parts Factory Front Bumper
A new addition to the market for Tacoma bumpers is the 4 Wheel Parts Factory Front Bumper. This bumper is definitely unique and offers customizability without having to purchase a brand new bumper if you decide to change your mind down the line.
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Specs:
Mounts Winches rated up to 12,000 lbs.
Two 2x2 Light Pod Cutouts
20” Light Bar Mount
Black Powder Coat
Customizable “4WP” Logo
The cool thing about this bumper setup is if you decide you want to go to a high clearance bumper in the future, 4 Wheel Parts sells an add-on to their factory bumper called the High Clearance Wings that attach to the Factory bumper without having to purchase a brand new bumper.
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