How to Choose a Bumper for Your 2013-2018 Dodge Ram 1500
On a 2013-2018 Dodge Ram 1500, picks break down by price tier. Here is what each tier delivers.
Most affordable: Steelcraft 71-12250 Fortis Front Bumper at $1,149. Steelcraft uses a two-stage e-coat finish for corrosion protection. 6-gauge steel face, textured-black powder coat, 144 lbs. Bolt-on replacement profile, no winch mount. Excludes Rebel and Warlock trims.
Mid-tier: Ranch Hand FSD13HBL1 Summit Front Bumper at $1,745. Ranch Hand has built bumpers in Texas since 1986. Diamond-plate steel face, 180 lbs, integrated frame mounting. Excludes Sport, Tradesman, and Express trims. Not compatible with body lift.
Top-tier: Hammerhead 600-56-0205 Front Winch Bumper at $2,573. Hammerhead builds aftermarket bumpers in Mississippi, USA. 7-gauge steel construction, 189 lbs, winch-ready with full brush guard for off-road trail protection.
Each pick is bolt-on with no body modification. Between these tiers, Fab Fours, Road Armor, Westin, and others fill out the assortment.
What Fits Your 2013-2018 Dodge Ram 1500
Bumpers on this page cover the 4th-gen Dodge Ram 1500 DS platform, produced 2013 through 2018. The DS generation ran from 2009 through 2018. Bumpers from the 2013-2018 mid-cycle refresh share frame mounting with earlier 4th-gen trucks. Specific year fitment varies by product. Verify your model year in each product listing before ordering.
Trucks with factory parking sensors (ParkSense radar for Dodge/Ram 1500) need sensor cutouts in the bumper. Check the product description for sensor compatibility before ordering.
Bumpers on this page are designed for 2013-2018 Ram 1500. The 2019+ Ram 1500 uses a new DT platform with different mounting. Select products also fit the 2019+ Ram 1500 Classic. Verify fitment in the product listing.
Looking at older or newer Ram 1500? Find every Dodge Ram 1500 bumper across generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are bumpers interchangeable between 2013-2018 Ram 1500 model years?
Within the 4th-gen DS platform (2009-2018), bumpers from the 2013-2018 mid-cycle refresh share frame mounting with earlier 4th-gen trucks. Specific year fitment varies by product, and trim exclusions like Rebel, Sport, Tradesman, Warlock, and Express apply to certain models. Verify your year and trim in each product listing before ordering.
Will an aftermarket bumper work with the factory parking sensors on a 2013-2018 Ram 1500?
Some bumpers come with pre-drilled cutouts for the factory ParkSense sensors. Others require sensor relocation brackets sold separately or are designed without sensor provisions. Check the product description for sensor compatibility before ordering, and verify sensors are present on your specific trim.
Will a heavy steel bumper affect the front suspension on a 2013-2018 Ram 1500?
Steel bumpers on this page range from 144 to 189 lbs. Added weight versus a stock plastic bumper can cause front suspension to sag slightly. Some owners install a leveling kit or stiffer coil springs to restore stance. Aluminum options weigh roughly half as much.
