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 todays 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 our designs.
Love the look of the rack on my 2014 Jeep Unlimited. I was looking for a rack primarily to carry SUP's and surfboards. This rack is perfect for that. I wouldn't suggest it if you are looking to carry a lot of weight. Specs say 150lbs max. I mounted my Highlift jack to the rack and carry two SUP's daily to the lake - total weight on the rack is probably about 100 lbs. I haven't done any serious off-loading with the rack - most of my 4 wheeling is beach driving. However on the road and my light duty off roading the rack is very secure. I am very happy with this purchase. Also mounted 4 KC lights on the front and 2 utility lights on the back of this rack.
Product was great and customer service of awesome.
Very nice roof rack, the horizontal 1” pipes do sway a little, when you ratchet down cargo, however doesn’t stay that way
Q: So you pay almost $600 and it does NOT come with mounting hardware?! Answer this question
A: Correct
Answered by Kelly from 4WP Corporate Headquarters on 07/06/2021
Q: Do i have to drill into the hard top on a JK? Or can i purchase the rain gutter clamp? Answer this question
A: Hey Frank, the Smittybilt Defender Rack Welded One Piece Roof Rack would require part number DS31-4 for a rain gutter mount. Thanks for your question.
Answered by Anonymous on 06/06/2016
Q: How do attach the defender rack on a 4 door wrangler? What number are the brackets? Answer this question
A: Sergio, the Smittybilt Defender Rack Welded One Piece Roof Rack will need brackets like these for a hardtop: http://www.4wd.com/Jeep-Exterior-Parts-Accessories/Defender-Roof-Rack-Mounting-Kit.aspx?t_c=3&t_s=82&t_pt=8875&t_pn=S%2fBDS31-4 As for a softtop, you will need a roof rack base like this: http://www.4wd.com/Jeep-Exterior-Parts-Accessories/SRC-Roof-Rack.aspx?t_c=3&t_s=82&t_pt=3426&t_pn=S%2fB76717 Hope this helps!
Answered by Anonymous on 04/30/2016
Q: Your previous comment here states you need to drill into the hard top, i was under the impression that you had a mount that required -no drilling. 2013 JKU Answer this question
A: Hello. With the Smittybilt Rack the mounts for the hardtop are a drill style. They do not have a non drill setup unless you go with a roof rack. If you have anymore questions feel free to ask, Thank you.
Answered by Anonymous on 03/29/2016
Q: What mounting kit is required to install Roof Rack on the Jeep Wrangler 2010 4 door hardtop as in this photo? Thanks. http://su0.ru/WLrY Answer this question
A: Thanks for the inquiry Aleksei, the Smittybilt Defender Welded One Piece Roof Rack part # S/B45454 you'll need part # S/BDS3 to install.
Answered by RK on 04/17/2015
For 60 years Smittybilt has been fabricating aftermarket parts and today their products include Jeep tops, bumpers, lighting, winches and trail gear. Off-roaders count on the company's innovative parts like the original nerf bar side steps to equip their Jeeps for the trail and day-to-day driving. Pairing affordability without compromising quality is the hallmark of Smittybilt and the manufacturer's reputation carries over to products like its Overlander Series of tents, Adventure Boxes and SEMA award-winning magnetic trail skins for Jeeps. Smittybilt offers over 2,000 interior and exterior parts and accessories for 4x4s with multiple capabilities for jeepers of all levels. Shop Smittybilt Now
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