Artec Industries' Bantam Series Front Bumper: USA-made, CNC laser-cut steel for ultimate resilience. Enhanced fairlead mount, superior clearance, integrated winch mount, and sleek aerospace-grade skid. Available in raw steel or black powder coat.
Features and Benefits:
- Raw Steel
- Offers increased clearance and an improved approach angle, complemented by an integrated fairlead mount.
- Constructed in the USA using 1/4 inch and 3/16 inch CNC laser-cut and formed steel.
- Installation requires drilling and cutting 5.25 inch off the front frame horns, enhancing the approach angle.
- Features high clearance that bolts directly to a modified frame, anchored by an internal PEM Plate.
- Incorporates a winch mount, crafted from 1/4 inch thick steel, ensuring enhanced rigidity.
- Designed with internal gussets and is directly tied to shackle mounts, delivering unmatched strength.
- Boasts shackle mounts made of 3/4 inch thick high-strength alloy steel.
- Features a 3/16 inch aerospace-grade aluminum bash skid, meticulously machined for countersunk hardware, ensuring a sleek finish.
- Skillfully contoured to provide an optimal approach angle and ample tire clearance.
- Offers multiple swaybar mounting solutions, though it's worth noting that the OEM electric swaybar is not compatible.
- Boasts an approximate total weight of 55lbs.
Please Note:
Permanent Solution: After fitting our bumper, there's no turning back to the ordinary; embrace the upgrade.
Unwavering Bond: For those seeking unmatched strength, weld our bumper directly to the stock frame and witness unparalleled rigidity.
Flawless Installation Journey: Our guide isn't just informative-it's a visual treat. Dive into vivid imagery and detailed steps for a hassle-free setup.
While providing varied swaybar mounting solutions, the OEM electric swaybar is incompatible.
This product is compatible with ROCKJOCK Antirock series swaybars:
Jeep JK/JKU Swaybar Compatibility:
CE-9900JKF
CE-9900JKFA
Jeep JL/JLU/JT Gladiator Swaybar Compatibility:
CE-9900JLF
CE-9900JLFA
Winch And Fairlead Compatibility:
Compatible with most winches comparable to the warn Zeon.
Not compatible with offset winches.
| Make | Model | Submodel | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep | Gladiator | 2020 - Present | |
| Jeep | Wrangler | 2007 - 2018 | |
| Jeep | Wrangler | 2018 - Present |
| Vehicle | Jeep Gladiator JT (20–Present) or Jeep Wrangler JL / JLU (18–Present) or Jeep Wrangler JK / JKU (07–18) |
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Reviews from Google
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Ajay Paynter
Mar 4, 2026
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Great company, who worked with me on shipping parts to arrive in time for a show. When I explained my concern they went above and beyond to make it happen. Quality of the parts is top notch.
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Ryan Colligan
Mar 4, 2026
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I have nothing but good things to say about Core 4x4. I have the crawler series on my JKU and we take it all over the place. These parts handle everything we throw at them.
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Marcus Torres
Jan 15, 2026
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Best control arms I have installed on any of my builds. After running every major manufacturer, Core 4x4 is on par or better than all the high-end companies at a fraction of the cost. Lifetime warranty is the cherry on top.
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Paul
Mar 24, 2023
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I've been having trouble with the track bar (on my 2nd gen Dodge) since I installed the 3rd gen Synergy adapter bracket and a 3rd gen stock bar.. oddly, they call it a '3rd gen bracket' and the stock 3rd gen bar doesn't quite fit, making contact with the bracket. I had attempted to clearance the bracket but it was still making contact and I could feel it over large bumps.
I reached out to a lot of companies, but Core 4x4 offered to make a custom bar for the application with adjustability and dual Johnny joints. The first pass on it didn't work but they sent me out another passenger side end that made it fit incredibly well.
This was all done solely over email/descriptions/pictures/measurements.
Bar is super high quality and heavy duty, made in the US by a family owned company and carries a lifetime warranty. The customer service was responsive and superb, and the price was a lot less than I expected.
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Morgan Griffith
Mar 25, 2018
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I met a couple of the Core 4x4 guys at the Salt Lake Offroad Expo and decided to try them out after noticing one of my control arm bushings was disintegrated. I called to discuss parts on Thursday and I was leaving for a trip on Saturday. These guys built my control arms and had them ready to be picked up Friday, 24 hours later. The parts seem to be great quality and they charged me nothing extra to have them painted. These guys were extremely helpful and without them my trip probably would have been cancelled. looking forward to testing out the arms on my next trip to Moab.
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Mark DiGrappa
Apr 27, 2025
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First off: Korby, the gentleman that helped me decide on which kit to go with is EASILY the nicest, and most patient person I’ve dealt with, when ordering parts for this build. Second: the quality of the product is INSANE! These parts are so nicely fabricated, then powder coated for extra longevity, and they even offer an aluminum upgrade in some cases (which I went with, to save weight). Having said all of this, the most impressive thing was the lead time. These parts are build to order, and I literally ordered my suspension one week ago, today! Yes, they built, powder coated, packaged, shipped my suspension components (RAM 1500 Track rear trailing arm full set in 7075 aluminum, and front upper control arms), AND they arrived, all within a week! Granted, that I’m only one state away, but WOW!!! One week?! Amazing! So, in sort: excellent products, which arrived excellently packaged (no damage, an boxes not over-stuffed with heavy suspension parts; three boxes total, as opposed to one super heavy one…my back thanks you), super quickly, and customer service that ANY business would be envious of….so, if you’re in the market, absolutely go with Core 4X4!
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Adam M
Sep 24, 2025
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First time buying from Korby @ Core 4x4 and it’s being nothing short of a great experience. I bought the non adjustable Trail kit for my 5th Gen Ram 1500 with a 2” lift. The welds look great, nice powder coat finish and quality bushing. Had some trouble fitting the grease nipples due to the powder coating but a thread tap would fix that. They fit easily and perform great. I felt the improvement straight away. No more wheel hop on hard acceleration which was my main reason for the purchase.
I was missing some smaller bushings needed for the 5th Gen and Korby’s custom service was on point, with responsive emails and mailing out the missing parts straight away. Very happy with their products and customer service. Highly recommended company👌🏽
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Jaime Overmyer
Nov 23, 2025
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Korby was extremely helpful in helping me find the right part for my truck. He was kind, knowledgeable, and patient while I asked a million questions. He also went out of his way to find the right shipping option for me since it’s tricky where I live. I’m looking forward to getting the parts so I can fix my truck and go adventuring again soon!
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Sebastian
Oct 24, 2025
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Great products they sell, got a crawl series long arm kit for my xj and it has held up quite nice, they are beefy, and for what ever reason they fail it has a great warranty with a customer service to match, when someone asks what control arm kit to buy I always recommend core 4x4
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Reagan D'mello
Dec 23, 2025
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Love the product. Excellent customer support 👍🏽 …
