Defender Racks are made from 16-gauge, fully welded, 1" round steel tubing and finished in a textured black powder coat. Aerodynamic styling blends well with today's vehicle designs. Welded light tabs (4 front & 2 rear) and integrated flooring maximizes functionality. Multiple mounting options offer a secure attachment to any vehicle. The Defender Rack line is produced to exacting standards and built for years of trouble-free use. Ease of installation is always at the forefront of Smittybilt designs.
The basket it self appears to be very sturdy. I am surprised that it is only rated for 150 LBS. In this day and age I wonder why they do not offer their instructions in color and on the website. The instructions are vague in the assembly and some of it was even wrong and I had to disassemble it to make it correct.
I wanted to add pictures of the first time I actually used the rack for camping.
Perfect fit for gladiator and allows for use of the freedom top panels
Q: It shows this fits on my 2022 JL 2 door, but when I checked on the Smittybilt site, it states it is not compatible. Can you please clarify if it doe fit? Do I need to purchase any other parts to make it fit or is the Smittybilt site not up to date? Thanks Answer this question
A: In theory, it should fit right in the rain gutters. It fit right onto my Gladiator. Their website needs much updating. If you are near me, I would let you try it out.
Answered by djthumper from North Las Vegas, NV on 04/09/2022
A: It fit perfectly on my 2020 JL 2DR-the mounting brackets adjust. Just follow the directions to the tee-you need another person to help place it on the top.
Answered by Jeep Life from Middle Tennessee on 04/09/2022
A: Yes, the Smittybilt Defender Basket Rack - S/B45304JT will fit a 2022 JL 2 Door.
Answered by Dave from 4WP HQ on 04/08/2022
Q: This just for the basket or does it include the method to attach it to the roof? Answer this question
A: Contacted Smittybilt Tech Support. This does NOT come with any mounts for the JT. Smittybilt does not have mounts for the JT. You can order and use the drill in mounts if you need to make it work I was told.
Answered by Mike from Chino valley, AZ on 10/01/2021
A: Since this is JT specific, it does include the mounting brackets.
Answered by Kelly from 4WP Corporate Headquarters on 09/01/2021
Q: Will this rack accommodate the Smittybilt 45002 Defender Roof Rack Light Cage? Answer this question
A: Yes it will.
Answered by Kelly from 4WP Corporate Headquarters on 06/16/2021
Q: Do the mounting brackets come with the roof rack? Answer this question
A: Yes they are included
Answered by Kelly from 4WP Corporate Headquarters on 05/18/2021
Q: The first photo doesnt look like it is 4X3? is the photo accurate? Can you confirm the sizing? Answer this question
A: It is 4’x3’.
Answered by Kelly from 4WP Corporate Headquarters on 05/18/2021
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