Nighthawk Rear Bumper for Jeep Wrangler JKU 2007-2018
The Artec Industries Nighthawk JKU Rear Bumper finishes the Nighthawk armor line on the JK platform, echoing the sharp, faceted styling of the matching front bumper. Built for the four-door Jeep Wrangler JK Unlimited (2007-2018), it's CNC laser cut and formed from 1/8" steel, internally gusseted, and contoured to follow the Jeep's body lines for a factory-tight fit. Because it tucks high against the frame rails instead of hanging below them, it protects the rear corners without costing ground clearance or departure angle — and its 3/4" alloy steel frame brackets double as shackle mounts for rear recoveries.
Features
- 1/8" CNC laser-cut and formed steel, made in the USA
- Internally gusseted to stand up to recovery loads and trail hits
- High-clearance design hugs the factory frame — no lost departure angle
- 3/4" thick high-strength alloy steel frame brackets double as shackle mounts
- High-clearance ends keep the corners off the rocks on steep exits
- Contoured to the Jeep body for a tight, factory-looking fit
- Ships in bare steel so you can color-match your build
It's a direct-fit replacement for the factory rear bumper on 2007-2018 four-door JKU models, bolting to the OEM frame rails — and since it arrives bare, get paint or powder coat on it before the weather does. Running the newer platform? See the JL Nighthawk Rear Bumper. Complete the armor set with the Nighthawk front bumper, or compare options in our rear bumpers collection.
Nighthawk Rear Bumper for Jeep Wrangler JKU 2007-2018 FAQs
Which Jeeps does this bumper fit?
It fits the four-door Jeep Wrangler JK Unlimited from 2007 to 2018 and bolts to the factory frame rails as a direct replacement for the stock rear bumper. For the newer platform, Artec makes a separate JL Nighthawk rear bumper.
Can I use it for recovery?
Yes. The 3/4" thick high-strength alloy steel frame brackets double as shackle mounts, so recovery shackles bolt straight to the bumper's strongest points. Combined with the internal gusseting, it is built to take real recovery loads, not just cosmetic ones.
Does it come painted, and will it hurt my departure angle?
It ships in bare steel so you can paint or powder coat it to match your rig — coat it before or shortly after install to keep surface rust away. Departure angle is not compromised: the high-clearance shape hugs the factory frame and tucks the corners up and in rather than hanging low like the stock bumper.
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