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First rear winch compatible bumper with a full crossmember delete option. Beatty Metal Works (pronounced “baity”) has released a production-ready, high clearance rear bumper designed around a winch. This is a big step forward for those who wheel solo, run deep snow or mud, and want rear self-recovery capability without a bulky setup.
Built from hot rolled carbon steel, CNC bent 1/4” plate, precision cut. Weighs about 170 lbs. Once you remove the factory crossmembers and spare, net weight gain is about 120 lbs.
Find it on 4RunnerMods.com: 5th Gen 4Runner High-Clearance Rear Winch Bumper – 4RunnerMods
Limited time coupon code: trailbeatty for 10% Off
Full Review here: Beatty MetalWorks High Clearance Rear Winch Bumper For 5G4R
Features & Benefits
A36 P&O hot rolled CNC bent, plasma/laser cut carbon steel
3/4” thick recovery points
1/4” thick frame mount brackets
Satin black powder coat standard
Optional dual swing outs
South Co. galvanized compression latches
Dual taper-bearing greaseable hinges with seals
1” hinge bolts, 1/2” hinge shears
Swing-out tire carrier fits up to 315/70R17
Fits 12.35” x 3.25” x 1” thick Hawse fairleads (Agency6 & Factor55 compatible)
BSM relocation required on 2022–2024
Up to 10K winch compatible
Off-road use only, requires frame modifications and trimming
Crossmember delete required for winch versions
Options
Bare bumper with no swingouts (winch only)
Dual swing outs available (tire carrier + accessory panel)
Optional aftermarket hitch receiver
Fitment & Installation
Requires frame chop and drilling into frame
Mounts with four 1/2” and two 5/8” Grade 8 bolts plus four OEM M12 holes
Five bolts per side, including 5/8” through bolts on frame rail
Heavy duty, permanent install
Recommended for shop installation unless you have experience
Winch Compatibility
Designed around manual clutch winches (requires clocking or lever extension)
Confirmed fitment: Open Road 4x4, Harbor Freight Apex, Warn Zeon 10K / Zeon Platinum
Fairlead recessed into plate design
Tested recoveries successful with Open Road 4x4
Why Run a Rear Winch
Self recovery in snow, mud, or when high-centered
Pulling others out behind you
Safer solo wheeling option
Cleaner solution than hitch-mounted winches
Design Notes
Low profile and minimal, flows with body lines
Fairlead/shackle recessed into bumper face
Small lip at liftgate edge for clean look and step access
Side wings contour to 5th Gen D-pillar lines
Doubles as a rear belly skid protecting underside
Strength
High clearance and low profile with added rigidity
3/4” recovery points tied into 1/4” brackets
Crossmember replacement brackets secured with Grade 8 hardware
Tube supports and gusseting throughout
Who Is It For
Hardcore wheelers needing rear recovery
Overlanders looking for functional swingouts
Weekend warriors who want strength and clearance without excess weight
Anyone wanting a clean, minimal design with real-world function
Final Thoughts
This bumper checks boxes no other has: high clearance, low profile, integrated winch, swingout compatible, and very strong. The only critique is the fairlead/shackle could be tucked slightly deeper, but overall this is one of the most impressive rear bumper options available for the 5th Gen 4Runner.
Built from hot rolled carbon steel, CNC bent 1/4” plate, precision cut. Weighs about 170 lbs. Once you remove the factory crossmembers and spare, net weight gain is about 120 lbs.
Find it on 4RunnerMods.com: 5th Gen 4Runner High-Clearance Rear Winch Bumper – 4RunnerMods
Limited time coupon code: trailbeatty for 10% Off
Full Review here: Beatty MetalWorks High Clearance Rear Winch Bumper For 5G4R
Features & Benefits
A36 P&O hot rolled CNC bent, plasma/laser cut carbon steel
3/4” thick recovery points
1/4” thick frame mount brackets
Satin black powder coat standard
Optional dual swing outs
South Co. galvanized compression latches
Dual taper-bearing greaseable hinges with seals
1” hinge bolts, 1/2” hinge shears
Swing-out tire carrier fits up to 315/70R17
Fits 12.35” x 3.25” x 1” thick Hawse fairleads (Agency6 & Factor55 compatible)
BSM relocation required on 2022–2024
Up to 10K winch compatible
Off-road use only, requires frame modifications and trimming
Crossmember delete required for winch versions
Options
Bare bumper with no swingouts (winch only)
Dual swing outs available (tire carrier + accessory panel)
Optional aftermarket hitch receiver
Fitment & Installation
Requires frame chop and drilling into frame
Mounts with four 1/2” and two 5/8” Grade 8 bolts plus four OEM M12 holes
Five bolts per side, including 5/8” through bolts on frame rail
Heavy duty, permanent install
Recommended for shop installation unless you have experience
Winch Compatibility
Designed around manual clutch winches (requires clocking or lever extension)
Confirmed fitment: Open Road 4x4, Harbor Freight Apex, Warn Zeon 10K / Zeon Platinum
Fairlead recessed into plate design
Tested recoveries successful with Open Road 4x4
Why Run a Rear Winch
Self recovery in snow, mud, or when high-centered
Pulling others out behind you
Safer solo wheeling option
Cleaner solution than hitch-mounted winches
Design Notes
Low profile and minimal, flows with body lines
Fairlead/shackle recessed into bumper face
Small lip at liftgate edge for clean look and step access
Side wings contour to 5th Gen D-pillar lines
Doubles as a rear belly skid protecting underside
Strength
High clearance and low profile with added rigidity
3/4” recovery points tied into 1/4” brackets
Crossmember replacement brackets secured with Grade 8 hardware
Tube supports and gusseting throughout
Who Is It For
Hardcore wheelers needing rear recovery
Overlanders looking for functional swingouts
Weekend warriors who want strength and clearance without excess weight
Anyone wanting a clean, minimal design with real-world function
Final Thoughts
This bumper checks boxes no other has: high clearance, low profile, integrated winch, swingout compatible, and very strong. The only critique is the fairlead/shackle could be tucked slightly deeper, but overall this is one of the most impressive rear bumper options available for the 5th Gen 4Runner.
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