OVERVIEW
The KFI Front Lower Plow Mount (#106165) serves as a heavy‑duty structural bracket designed to deliver a secure, low‑profile connection between your UTV frame and snow plow equipment. Constructed from 1/4" Grade 50 steel with a robust black powder coat finish, this component bridges older round‑tube chassis, the modern Pro 2.0 setup, and the new PRO‑V square tube configuration. It provides a reliable mounting interface for select Polaris Ranger and Bobcat utility vehicles without requiring permanent fabrication.
ENGINEERING & PERFORMANCE
This mount relies on precision‑crafted Grade 50 steel tabs that resist flex under heavy load, keeping the plow head aligned and reducing lateral chatter during packed snow turns. The bead‑blasted surface paired with a corrosion‑resistant powder coat shields fasteners and contact points from road salt, slush, and freezing temperatures common in winter field work. By utilizing two standard 5/8" hitch pins instead of complex bolt arrays, operators can quickly detach or swap the bracket when transitioning between traction systems. The reinforced tab geometry aligns directly with factory cutouts on approved frames, streamlining installation while preserving critical ground clearance.
KEY FEATURES
- Front lower plow mount bracket engineered for direct‑pin attachment
- Constructed entirely from 1/4" Grade 50 high‑tensile steel
- Compatible with KFI Pro 2.0, classic round‑tube, and new PRO‑V square tube systems
- Secures using only two standard 5/8" hitch pins for rapid assembly
- Metal bead‑blasted and finished with a durable black powder coat
- Hardware and step‑by‑step instructions included for immediate deployment
- 100% manufactured domestically in the United States
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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Brand: KFI Manufacturing
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Part Name: Front Lower Plow Mount #106165
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Accessory Type: Plow Mount Bracket
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Material: 1/4" Grade 50 Steel
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Supported Years: 2015–2026
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Compatible Trims & Systems: Polaris Ranger CREW XP 1000, Ranger 1000 Series, Bobcat UV34/3600; Pro 2.0, Old Round Tube, PRO‑V
FITMENT
FIMLEMENT:
- Bobcat UV34 / 3400 Series — 2015–Current (T)
- Bobcat 3600 Series — 2015–Current (T)
- Polaris Ranger 1000 — 2020–2026 (T)
- Polaris Ranger 1000 EPS — 2020–2026 (C)
- Polaris Ranger 1000 Premium — 2020–2026 (C)
- Polaris Ranger Crew 1000 — 2020–2022; 2024–2026 (T)
- Polaris Ranger Crew 1000 EPS — 2020; 2025–2026 (C)
- Polaris Ranger XP 1000 Kinetic — 2023–2024 (C)
- Polaris Ranger CREW XP 1000 — 2019–2026 (C)
- Polaris Ranger CREW XP 1000 Northstar Edition — 2019–2026
- Polaris Ranger XP 1000 Texas Edition — 2020–2021; 2025
- Polaris Ranger PRO XD (Kinetic) — 2025
(C) May require minor drilling | (T) Requires winch mount #101830 | (J) Variants require KFI 2" Leveling Kit #106322 or #105700
WHY RIDERS CHOOSE THIS
Operators favor this mount because it replaces fragile welded brackets with a servicable, double‑pinned steel interface that handles heavy snow loads without twisting. The straight‑cut Grade 50 construction distributes torque evenly across the vehicle’s frame rails, which keeps the plow edge tracking straight through banks and ditches while preventing premature fastener fatigue. Pairing that structural rigidity with a salt‑resistant powder coat means the bracket survives long seasons in harsh environments without warping or rusting through. Because it locks into existing tube geometries using standard hitch pins, fleets and individual users alike can maintain their plow setup efficiently without downtime for custom fabrication or expensive part replacements.