Brush Guard/Bull Bar Options

[Fix4Dirt]

Howdy yall! I've been looking for something like a brush or bull bar that will retain the parking sensor & ACC. I'm looking for something that is mainly to mount a small light bar (possibly) and in case someone bumps me in the parking lot. (In LA we have tight lots so I don't want someone bumping the sensors) I don't need a full steel bumper like the Explorer has, but just looking for something along those lines. What Ive found so far is GGF24MBL1 from Ranch Hand. I have nothing bad to say about Ranch Hand, just think it might be a bit overkill for the intended use. But if that's it, I'll start saving. Thanks in advance!

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[bka0721]

Be aware these type of brush guards often creates more damage when buckling back into the grill and headlights if you hit an animal the size of a deer or larger. They will protect you from the brush that is found in the desert substory of the plains and forest. I have a Ranch Hand bumper on my F550 and it has performed flawlessly for 16 years against, deer, elk and two pheasants.

https://bumperstock.com/products/ranch-hand-ggf24mbl1-2024-ford-ranger-legend-grille-guard

 

[Fix4Dirt]

Be aware these type of brush guards often creates more damage when buckling back into the grill and headlights if you hit an animal the size of a deer or larger. They will protect you from the brush that is found in the desert substory of the plains and forest. I have a Ranch Hand bumper on my F550 and it has performed flawlessly for 16 years against, deer, elk and two pheasants.

https://bumperstock.com/products/ranch-hand-ggf24mbl1-2024-ford-ranger-legend-grille-guard

Yeah, that one I knew. I just want it for the many parking lot bruises that seem to happen here. Even when I park at the back, someone finds me haha.

 

[RealTruck]

Check out the Black Horse Rambler Grille Guard. The wings are removable and so is the front overrider bar. There are also added lighting options.

It's sensor compatible and has relocation slots.

 

[Fix4Dirt]

Check out the Black Horse Rambler Grille Guard. The wings are removable and so is the front overrider bar. There are also added lighting options.

It's sensor compatible and has relocation slots.

Thanks! If installed how far abouts would it protrude? Its not huge for me but just curious. If you have the info, how does the protrusion compare to the Ranch Hand?

Also, does it mount where the tow hooks are? I can't find info on where it mounts necessarily.

 

[RealTruck]

Thanks! If installed how far abouts would it protrude? Its not huge for me but just curious. If you have the info, how does the protrusion compare to the Ranch Hand?

Also, does it mount where the tow hooks are? I can't find info on where it mounts necessarily.

We don't have an exact measurement for how far out it will protrude, but it looks like it's about 8"- 10" from the front bumper. I'd say the Ranch Hand is about as robust as the Black Horse, as far as style and protrusion.

Based on the installation guide, it's going to mount under the tow hooks, the same as the Ranch Hand does. I've Pm'd you both installation guides for your reference.

 

[Highspeedplay]

So you can keep the tow hooks or do they have to come off.

 

[RealTruck]

So you can keep the tow hooks or do they have to come off.

Tow hooks are retained!

 

[HighDesertRanger]

I’m just hoping Ironman will start importing these ?

 

[bka0721]

I’m just hoping Ironman will start importing these ?

This looks like the ARB Summit bumper for a Gen6. Have these begun to be imported into the USA, if so, who is selling them?

 

[HighDesertRanger]

This looks like the ARB Summit bumper for a Gen6. Have these begun to be imported into the USA, if so, who is selling them?

That’s from Ironman. ARB makes a similar one. Both are Australian companies. Neither imports Ranger accessories to the US…yet.

 

[Fix4Dirt]

https://www.rival4x4usa.com/product...024-2025-with-winch-mount-and-recovery-points

Looks like Rival is working on one

 

[Mrtull4]

Check out the Black Horse Rambler Grille Guard. The wings are removable and so is the front overrider bar. There are also added lighting options.

It's sensor compatible and has relocation slots.

This is literally the only option for 2025. Is there any indication more will follow? Had a ranch hand on my 2023 that my wife loved; she’s worried this isn’t enough.

 

[HighDesertRanger]

This is literally the only option for 2025. Is there any indication more will follow? Had a ranch hand on my 2023 that my wife loved; she’s worried this isn’t enough.

Ranch Hand has this little gem for the current generation Ranger.

 

[superj]

Nice. Thats made in shiner texas, not far up the road from me. Might be worth swinginf by

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