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Before you Buy: 2016-2022 Tacoma Rough Country Bumper Breakdown

Posted by Nick Kovar on 5/27/2022 to Before you Buy
The newest version of Rough Country's Front Bumper is finally here for the 2016-2022 Tacoma, and you can get your hands on one of them right here at Stage 3 Motorsports! Rough Country is known for their premium lift kits and off-road products that provide impressive utility to any truck, and their new Hybrid Front Bumpers are certainly no different. 18 different variations of this bumper were released, so it can be a bit confusing trying find the right bumper for your truck's specific build. Luckily for you, we'll be covering the differences between each kit and why you may want one package over another. Each one of these bumper's has their own unique accessories that come standard in the kit including winch and lighting options, giving you total control over how your truck will look and perform. Continue reading to find which 2016-2022 Tacoma Front Bumper best fits your truck's specific setup and build!

2016-2022 Tacoma Rough Country Hybrid Front Bumper: Standard vs. High-Clearance

Two major versions separate the Rough Country Hybrid Front Bumpers: Standard and High-Clearance. To make it easy, in this section we'll be covering the base models of both versions to give you a better understanding on the major differences between each unit. The base models don't come with any accessories like lighting and winch options, but they are the most affordable in their own rights. The standard version of the Rough Country Hybrid Front Bumper offers your Tacoma superior front-end protection and a unique appearance that will be sure to turn some heads. This particular bumper utilizes a low-profile design that perfectly contours the body lines of your truck, allowing for a perfect fitment and killer good looks that you'll be sure to love. The standard version installs in conjunction with your truck's factory front bumper, giving you more protection for applications on and off-road. This is the type of bumper that is perfect for those looking to take on the trails head-on with more peace of mind knowing your valuable front-end is protected from any unnecessary off-road bumps and bruises. While you won't gain any additional clearance for off-road adventures with the standard version, it won't limit your truck's capabilities either. Similar in style and appearance, the Rough Country Hybrid High-Clearance Front Bumper takes things up a notch by incorporating high-clearance wings into the design of the unit. This allows for higher approach angles for much-needed clearance when facing more demanding terrain. This eye-catching bumper also features high sweeping angles and stylish good looks for an exterior look that will be sure to set your Tacoma apart from the rest of the pack. The high-clearance design will also help those who partake in steep adventures like rock and hill climbing, making sure you won't come home with a banged-up front-end. Both the high-clearance and standard version of Rough Country's Hybrid Front Bumper also come standard with a Pre-Runner guard that keeps your grille protected from flying road debris when you're out an about. Nearly identical in all other aspects, either of these bumper's will suit Tacomas for both work and play. Each option comes standard with a winch mounting plate, D-Ring Mounts, D-Rings, high-strength steel construction, and a premium black finish to top off this highly-affordable and effective front bumper.

2016-2022 Tacoma Rough Country Hybrid Front Bumper: Lighting & Winch Options

By laying down the groundwork, we can now explore the different variations that this kit features to help you push your Tacoma's functionality even further. Both the standard and high-clearance versions feature identical accessories options, so just know these will be available for either unit. Long story short, you'll have the choice of between two different lighting accessories and two different winches. While neither of these are required, you can mix and match these options to your desired look and function. The two LED Light bar options are quite similar as each bumper can be configured with either the Rough Country Black Series 20" LED Light Bar or the Rough Country Black Series 20" LED Light Bar with DRL. You can take a peek at how these might look by checking out the Rough Country Hybrid Front Bumper w/ LED Light Bar or the Rough Country High-Clearance Front Bumper w/ LED Light Bar. The light bar installs in the bumper's center cutout and produces and impressive 7200 lumens of lighting power, so you'll be sure to see just about every part of the trail on your next outing. You can choose to spend a bit more cash to get the DRL version of this light bar with as it creates a unique appeal for both day and night time driving. Daytime running lights are more of an aesthetic upgrade when it comes to off-road light mounts, so you won't lack any performance by going with the standard light bar. Moving on to the winches, these bumper's were specifically designed to accommodate Rough Country's PRO Series winches. As a quick side note, if you decide to purchase one of the bumper's without a winch, we carry the entire lineup of Rough Country's winches right here at Stage 3 , just in case you change your mind. Getting back on track, these bumpers can be outfitted with either the Rough Country PRO9500S Winch or the Rough Country PRO12000S Winch. Both of these winches are designed for the toughest adventures with the 9500S featuring a 9,500lb rated line pull, and the 12000S featuring a 12,000lb rated line pull – pretty simple. The steel cable in each of these winches offers increased durability and ruggedness for even your roughest journeys. With a simple installation, operation and powerful design, this is the perfect winch for both novice and expert trail blazers. Every and all of these accessories can be configured to your liking, and you can check out what the bumper would look like with just a winch by checking out the Rough Country Hybrid Front Bumper w/ PRO9500S Winch and Rough Country Hybrid Front Bumper w/ PRO12000S Winch. We have each bumper option linked below to make it easy to find what you're specifically looking for.

2016-2022 Tacoma Rough Country Hybrid Front Bumper: How it Stacks Up vs. Competitors

The 2016-2022 Rough Country Hybrid Front Bumper is sort of a one stop shop for anybody looking for a premium off-road bumper. There are still tons of options out there for your truck, so we'll be covering how this particular bumper stacks up against comparable options. One that immediately comes to mind would be the Road Armor Stealth Front Winch Bumper as it features accommodations for auxiliary lighting and a winch rated up to 12,000 pounds. Before adding on any of Road Armor's lighting or winch options to this bumper, this unit is more than twice as expensive as one of the Rough Country Base Model Hybrid Bumpers. To be fair, Road armor does utilize a stronger steel construction with a 5-Stage powder-coat finish, but at such a steep price point it doesn't make sense for anybody on a strict budget. Another feasible option would be the Fab Fours Ultra Light Hybrid Bumper as it is winch ready for a 10,000lb winch and can accommodate a 30" light bar compared to Rough Country's 20-inch LED light bar. While this unit still features a higher price, it's value comes from the durable, yet lightweight design that will prevent a nose down appearance for your truck with enough protection for even the toughest environments. You'll also be able to slap on additional cube lights to this bumper, which never hurts when you find yourself on those dark and desolate trails. If you're looking to save the absolute most amount of money, you can always invest in the Tacoma Body Armor HiLine Series Front Bumper. While this bumper doesn't feature the most innovative design on the market, it's simple construction and appearance allows for an affordable price. You'll still be able to slap on an LED light bar and 10,000lb winch, giving you additional functionality and utility for different types of off-road applications. These three other bumpers feature their own quirks, functionality and style, but it's tough to say no to everything the Rough Country Hybrid Bumper has to offer. We can't recommend these bumpers enough, especially with their more than fair price point and killer good looks. You won't go wrong by picking up any of one of these bumper's, so check out the entire lineup below to find out which one best fit your Tacoma!

Final Thoughts

After everything we've covered, we hope you realize what kind of deal you're getting by picking up any of the Rough Country Hybrid Bumpers for your 2016-2022 Tacoma. Rough Country does a lot of things right, and it's no mystery why they've been able to build and uphold their brand and reputation for so many years. We hope you liked what you saw in this post, so if you're planning to pick up any one of these variations, or you had any additional questions about what was covered today, please feel free to let us know in the comment section down below!

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