There is a clear difference between bolting on a bumper and cutting the frame.
The MB1260 Tomahawk Frame Chop Rear Bumper is built for JK and JKU owners who are ready to commit to departure angle and rear clearance the right way. This system requires removing a portion of the factory frame and welding in a new mini frame rail that ties the body and frame together. Once installed, the rear of the Jeep sits tighter, cleaner, and far less vulnerable to hang ups.
The Tomahawk design pulls the bumper up and in, creating one of the most aggressive rear departure angles available for the JK platform. When the obstacle gets steep and the ledge drops away behind you, the rear of the Jeep no longer drags where the factory structure once did.
Recessed D ring mounts are integrated into the bumper to keep recovery points strong without leaving hardware exposed. The smooth rear profile allows the Jeep to transition off obstacles instead of catching on protruding mounts.
This is not a cosmetic upgrade. It is a structural modification that changes how the rear of the Jeep performs on the trail.
Important Information
Tomahawk frame chop rear bumper design
Requires cutting a portion of the factory rear frame
Welding required to install new mini frame rail and body structure
Includes welded mini frame rail / body section
Recessed D-ring mounts integrated into bumper
High clearance rear profile for improved departure angle
Ships bare steel and must be painted or powder coated before final installation
Permanent modification to the factory frame is required
Intended for experienced fabricators or professional installation
Only compatible with MB5099 Tomahawk Rear Stretch Fuel Tank
Product Specifications
Part Type: Frame chop rear bumper with mini frame rail
Series: Tomahawk
Construction: Steel
Recovery Points: Integrated recessed D-ring mounts
Profile: High clearance rear frame chop design
Included Components: Rear bumper assembly & Welded mini frame rail / body structure
Finish: Ships bare steel
Manufactured: Made in the USA
Notes
Cutting the factory rear frame is required. Factory rear cross member is completely removed
Welding is required to install the mini frame rail and tie the new structure into the body and frame.
Test fit all components before final paint or powder coat.
Final departure angle and rear clearance will vary based on suspension height and tire size.
Fuel system components, exhaust routing, and rear accessories may require modification depending on the Jeep’s current setup.
Professional installation is recommended unless the builder has fabrication and welding experience.