Body Armor 4x4 Hawse Fairlead for Synthetic Rope Winches

The Body Armor 4x4 Hawse Fairlead is a synthetic-rope-only winch fairlead compatible with winches rated 6,000 to 12,000 lb, finished in a durable anodized matte silver and supplied with all mounting hardware. It mounts on a standard on-center bolt pattern and is available as a single universal configuration.

Built to Work with Synthetic Rope

Hawse fairleads are specifically designed for synthetic winch rope, which requires a smooth, low-friction guide rather than the grooved rollers of a traditional roller fairlead. The Body Armor 4x4 Hawse Fairlead provides that smooth passage, reducing wear on the rope during recovery pulls and helping preserve the rope's rated strength over repeated use. Synthetic rope run through a roller fairlead can fray and weaken over time; this hawse design eliminates that risk.

Anodized Finish for Long-Term Durability

The matte silver anodized finish bonds to the aluminum at a surface level rather than sitting on top as paint would, making it more resistant to chipping, scratching, and corrosion from trail mud, water crossings, and UV exposure. For a component that lives on the front of a bumper and takes the brunt of off-road conditions, a finish that holds up without constant maintenance matters.

Ready to Install

Mounting hardware is included, so no separate trip to the hardware store is needed before installation. The on-center bolt pattern aligns with standard winch plate fairlead openings, making fitment straightforward on compatible bumpers and winch plates.

Features

• Winch compatibility: fits winches rated 6,000 to 12,000 lb
• Rope type: synthetic rope only (not compatible with wire rope)
• Finish: anodized matte silver for corrosion and scratch resistance
• Mounting hardware: included in the box
• Bolt pattern: on-center, standard fairlead opening
• Step pad: non-slip serrated step pad included

Specifications

Who This Is For and Isn't

This fairlead suits overlanders and off-road drivers who run synthetic winch rope on a 6,000 to 12,000 lb winch and need a proper hawse-style guide to protect the rope during recoveries. It works with bumpers and winch plates that use a standard on-center fairlead bolt pattern.

This fairlead is designed for synthetic rope only and is not compatible with wire rope or cable. Winches outside the 6,000 to 12,000 lb range are not specified as compatible.

Common Questions

Will this fairlead work with wire winch rope or cable?

No. The Body Armor 4x4 Hawse Fairlead is designed for synthetic rope only. Wire rope requires a roller fairlead with grooved rollers to guide it correctly; running wire rope through a hawse fairlead can damage both the rope and the fairlead.

What winch sizes is this fairlead compatible with?

The Body Armor 4x4 Hawse Fairlead is rated for winches from 6,000 to 12,000 lb. Winches outside that capacity range are not specified as compatible.

Does this fairlead come with mounting hardware?

Yes. Mounting hardware is included with the Body Armor 4x4 Hawse Fairlead, so no additional hardware purchase is required for installation.

What bolt pattern does this fairlead use?

The Body Armor 4x4 Hawse Fairlead uses a standard on-center bolt pattern, which aligns with most winch plate fairlead openings designed for hawse-style fairleads.