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Smittybilt 45454JL Defender One-Piece Roof Rack for 18-23 Jeep Wrangler JL Unlimited & Gladiator JT

Smittybilt 45454JL Defender One-Piece Roof Rack for 18-23 Jeep Wrangler JL Unlimited & Gladiator JT
Smittybilt 45454JL Defender One-Piece Roof Rack for 18-23 Jeep Wrangler JL Unlimited & Gladiator JT
Quadratec Part #: 72057-1370
Smittybilt Part #: 45454JL
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5 customer reviews
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Description
The Smittybilt Defender Roof Rack is not only the perfect cargo storage solution but also has aerodynamic designs that fall in line with today's standards. All Defender Roof Racks are built from 16-gauge, fully welded, 1" round steel tubing and finished in a dual stage "E-Coat" powder coating on the inside and out. The Roof Rack is designed to fit models with factory hardtops. Six welded light tabs (4 front & 2 rear) provide auxiliary lighting options while integrated flooring maximizes functionality. The Rack's sides measure 4.5 X 4.5 X 4" for a secure border around your cargo. Smittybilt's Defender Rack line is engineered with a stringent quality control system, and is built for years of trouble-free use. Keep your cargo maintained and out of the way of your interior space with the Smittybilt Defender Rack.

Note: May work with JT Gladiator applications, user will lose functions of Freedom Top.

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Details

High Quality Product: The One-Piece Design is made from 16-gauge, fully welded, 1 inch round steel tubing which gives added strength.

Application: Fits JL Unlimited 4-door models with factory hardtop & may work with JT Gladiator applications, but user will loose functions of Freedom Top.

Multiple Mounting Options: The 6 point mounting system allows for (4 front & 2 rear) auxiliary lighting options. Multiple mounting options offer a secure attachment to any JL 4-door vehicle.

Ease of Installation: Mounting brackets included for easy installation, and there is no drilling required.

Parts Included
  • Defender Roof Rack
  • Mounting Clamps, Hardware, and Instructions
Warranty
Lifetime Structural, 5 Year Finish Warranty
  • Features: Light Tabs, Powder Coated, Steel
  • Shipping Weight: 70lb
  • Shipping Dimensions: 54in x 54in x 4in (L x W x H)

  • Jeep Gladiator (JT)

  • 2023 Jeep Gladiator (JT)
  • 2022 Jeep Gladiator (JT)
  • 2021 Jeep Gladiator (JT)
  • 2020 Jeep Gladiator (JT)

  • Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4-Door (JL)

  • 2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4-Door (JL)
  • 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4-Door (JL)
  • 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4-Door (JL)
  • 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4-Door (JL)
  • 2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4-Door (JL)
  • 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4-Door (JL)
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Smittybilt Defender One-Piece Roof Rack Reviews

James N.
9/3/2022
5

The rack was just what I expected and it's very nice. No chips or scrapes on the coating. Instructions could be a little clearer but that goes with everything you assemble. Made noise while traveling until I saw the rack was touching the roof of the Jeep. Raised it up a little and now no noise. Also, no wind noise on the freeway from rack. I'm happy with it.
GREG T.
3/20/2022
5

Price and warranty
Joe D.
2/1/2022
5

Very solid and sturdy, well-fabricated. Fits great, looks great.

Questions

Will the Smittybilt 45454JL Defender One-Piece Roof Rack for 18-22 Jeep Wrangler JL Unlimited & Gladiator JT fit a 2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon?
Yes, it will. Thanks for your inquiry.
How much does it add to the height of the vehicle? How much does the rack weigh?
From the hardtop to the top of the basket is approximately 7" and is about 65-70lbs. Thank you for the question.
Will this fit a 2 Door JL hardtop?
Not for 2-door. Thanks for your inquiry.
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