C4 Fabrication Tacoma Rock Runner Front Bumper / 2nd Gen / 2005-2015

The Tacoma Rock Runner Front Bumper from C4 Fabrication is built for serious 2nd Gen Tacomas (2005–2015) that crave aggressive protection without sacrificing function. Designed for off-road enthusiasts, it supports 8k–10k winches, adds a durable front skid system, and includes essential frame support brackets for a secure install.

Key Features

• Modular, 3-piece design with bolt-on wings for flexible installation and removal.
• 11ga laser-cut P&O steel construction with 3/16" thick mounting plates and a dedicated winch plate.
• 3/4" thick D-ring tabs fully welded front and back for reliable recovery points.
• Ships with a winch cover plate and bridge skid that integrate with existing skid plates and the factory cross member.
• Frame support brackets included with all 2nd Gen Tacoma Rock Runner front bumpers (adds rigidity on trail setups).
• Bull bar adds 5 lbs to the overall weight; not compatible with Toyota Safety Sense.
• Cross member delete option available: Includes a replacement cross member, rock runner front skid plate, and power steering relocation kit.
• Weight (base bumper): 85 lbs with plate sides or 85 lbs with tube sides; bull bar adds 5 lbs.
• Designed to work with winches in the 8,000–10,000 lb range; relocation of the electrical control box is recommended for certain setups.
• Integrated control box winches may require trimming of grille support brackets to fit; some roller fairleads may be too large for the recessed fairlead mounting plate.
• Cutouts in front of the bumper provide access to the winch lever.
• Finish note: Unless you choose the powder-coated option, the bumper will need painting or powder coating to prevent rust.
• Recommended winch compatibility examples include Smittybilt X20 and Warn VR series.
• For best fitment and functionality, use a synthetic rope with a hawse style fairlead.

Cross Member Delete Option

If you select the cross member delete, you will be required to cut out the factory cross member and replace it with ours. This option includes:

• Replacement cross member
• Rock runner front skid plate
• Power steering relocation kit

build & Materials

• Material: 11ga laser-cut P&O steel
• Protective features: 3/16" thick mounting plates and a dedicated winch plate
• Recovery hardware: 3/4" thick D-ring tabs, fully welded front and back
• Finish option guidance: powder coating recommended for rust prevention (not included unless selected)

Weight & Compatibility

• Weight: Front with plate sides — 85 lbs; Front with tube sides — 85 lbs
• Bull bar weight addition: +5 lbs
• Winch compatibility: Fits most 8k–10k lb winches; relocation of electrical control box recommended for some installations
• Winch examples that commonly fit: Smittybilt X20, Warn VR series
• Fairlead and rope: Synthetic rope recommended; hawse-style fairlead advised; some roller fairleads may be too large for the recessed fairlead plate
• Cutouts: Front bumper includes winch lever access cutouts

Installation & Fitment Notes

• Frame support brackets are included to enhance rigidity on the 2nd Gen Tacoma platform.
• Tech note: Integrated control box winches may require grille support bracket trimming to fit properly.
• Cross member delete option affects how the bumper integrates with the factory cross member and skid system.
• Finish/paint: If you don’t choose powder coating, plan to paint or powder-coat to prevent rust before installation.

Finish, Maintenance & Support

• Finish guidance: Powder coated option recommended to prevent rust; otherwise painting is required.
• Compatibility caution: Bull bar is not compatible with Toyota Safety Sense; plan accordingly if your vehicle is equipped with TSS.
• Support: Includes additional front bumper frame support brackets to ensure a robust mount on 2nd Gen Tacomas.