Body Armor 4x4 Bumper Step for 2019-2026 Jeep Gladiator JT

The Body Armor 4x4 JT-5100 is a bolt-on rear bumper step for 2019–2026 Jeep Gladiator JT, built from 3/16-inch plate steel and designed to mount directly to the Body Armor 4x4 JL-2965 bumper using factory frame mounting holes for added structural support. The step is finished in a two-stage light texture black coating and can also be adapted to the factory Gladiator bumper with minor trimming.

Built from Steel, Mounted to the Frame

The JT-5100 step is fabricated from 3/16-inch plate steel, the same material used in full bumper construction, so it handles the repeated loading that comes with climbing in and out of a loaded truck bed. Bolt-on installation uses the Gladiator's factory frame mounting holes rather than relying on the bumper face alone, distributing load across a broader attachment point and reducing flex under weight.

Fits the JL-2965 Bumper, and Works with the Factory Bumper

The JT-5100 is engineered as a direct bolt-on companion to the Body Armor 4x4 JL-2965 rear bumper, so buyers already running that bumper get a clean, no-modification fit. For Gladiator owners who want to keep the factory bumper, the step can still be installed with minor trimming, giving more flexibility without requiring a full bumper swap to gain a usable step.

Two-Stage Texture Finish

The two-stage light texture black finish provides a consistent appearance that holds up to trail dust, mud, and UV exposure better than a single-coat finish. The texture also adds grip underfoot on the step surface, which matters when boots are wet or muddy.

Features

• 3/16-inch plate steel construction: matches full bumper-grade material thickness
• Bolt-on design: uses factory Gladiator frame mounting holes for structural support
• JL-2965 bumper compatibility: direct fit with Body Armor 4x4 JL-2965 rear bumper
• Factory bumper compatible: installs with minor trimming when retaining the stock bumper
• Two-stage light texture black finish: durable, grip-friendly surface coating
• Optional bed protector: Body Armor 4x4 JT-5101 sold separately

Specifications

Who This Is For and Isn't

The JT-5100 is built for 2019–2026 Jeep Gladiator JT owners running the Body Armor 4x4 JL-2965 rear bumper who want a steel step that mounts securely to the frame and matches the bumper's finish and construction quality. It also suits Gladiator owners keeping the factory bumper who are willing to do minor trimming for fitment.

The JT-5100 does not fit any Jeep model other than the 2019–2026 Gladiator JT, and it is not a universal or standalone step: it is designed around the JL-2965 bumper mounting points. The optional bed protector (JT-5101) is not included and must be purchased separately.

Common Questions

Does this step require the Body Armor 4x4 JL-2965 bumper?

The JT-5100 bumper step is designed as a direct bolt-on fit for the Body Armor 4x4 JL-2965 rear bumper. It can also be installed on the factory Jeep Gladiator JT bumper, but that installation requires minor trimming to achieve proper fitment.

How does the step attach to the vehicle?

The JT-5100 uses a bolt-on design that attaches through the Jeep Gladiator JT's factory frame mounting holes, providing structural support beyond a bumper-face-only attachment.

Is the bed protector included?

The Body Armor 4x4 JT-5101 bed protector is not included with the JT-5100 bumper step. It is an optional accessory sold separately and is compatible with this step for buyers who want additional bed-edge protection.

What years and models does this step fit?

The JT-5100 bumper step fits 2019 through 2026 Jeep Gladiator JT models. It is not listed as compatible with the Jeep Wrangler JL or any other Jeep model, even though the companion bumper carries a JL designation in its part number.