Built Light, Built Right. A 2nd Gen Tacoma front bumper engineered for 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 Toyota Tacoma builds. The DRT Hybrid is a steel front bumper that delivers maximum approach angle, integrated winch mount, and lighting versatility in a single platform.
The DRT Hybrid blends US-sourced DOM steel where impacts happen with a rigid CNC-bent 5052 aluminum center to cut weight without cutting corners. Backed by bolt-on frame supports and 1" CNC-machined steel recovery points, it's built to take real abuse while running up to 35 lbs lighter than the competition.
DRT bumpers are designed with intentional load paths, not overbuilt with unnecessary weight. The DOM tubing in our side wings is seamless and significantly stronger than the HREW tubing many competitors use. The CNC-bent 5052 aluminum center uses a pocketed geometry that adds rigidity across multiple planes, like folding a sheet of paper to resist bending. For the full engineering breakdown, read our Hybrid Tech article.
Integrated winch mount fits most 10K-12K winches without control box relocation (a minor grille support notch may be required). Recessed fairlead mount built into the 1/4" aluminum skid plate. This is a true winch bumper, not a bumper with a winch tray bolted on.
1" CNC-machined steel D-rings, welded front and back inside and out. Designed for 3/4" shackles with 7/8" pin. Engineered with laminated load paths to spread recovery force into the frame, not concentrate it. Stronger than the laser-cut recovery plates used on many competitor bumpers.
The Tacoma's factory bumper mounts are notoriously thin and fatigue easily under the weight of a steel bumper and winch. Our bolt-on frame support system bolts through the frame, then wraps around the front of the bumper mounts perpendicular to the factory plates. This provides lateral resistance and prevents sagging, cracking, and long-term fatigue. Included standard, $100 value.
Designed to clear and work with aftermarket shock reservoirs including King, Fox, and ADS.
Choose your bull bar height and license plate mount in the options above. Add a Carbon 12K winch or Baja Designs lighting at checkout if desired.
Estimated lead time: 10-14 weeks. Bumpers are made to order and cannot be canceled after production begins.
Free freight shipping to all addresses in the Lower 48. Ships freight to the nearest terminal unless shipping to a business address with a forklift. Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. territories calculated at checkout.
Ships raw steel. Finishing is strongly recommended before installation.
Hand-built in the USA by wheelers for wheelers.
