Sturdy winch mount designed for a popular utility vehicle lineup, built to handle wide-pattern winches with a 3.00" x 6.60" bolt circle. Constructed from 3/16" steel, bead blasted prior to powder coating, and finished in durable black for long-lasting use. Complete installation instructions and all mounting hardware are included; roller fairlead and winch are not included. This mount is specifically designed to fit wide-pattern winches and will not work with the standard 3.00" x 4.875" bolt pattern. It is compatible with a wide range of 375.SE45W-R2-type winches and similar models. 100% MADE IN USA.

Product Specification

Note: This mount will NOT work with the standard 3.00" x 4.875" bolt pattern. It is designed to work with wide-bolt-pattern winches like 3.00" x 6.60".

Comprehensive Vehicle Fitment

Fitment confirmed for wide-bolt-pattern winches and the listed Gator XUV835/865 series models, including the 835E, 835M, 835R, 865E, 865M, and 865R variants. This alignment ensures a secure, reliable mounting solution when upgrading or replacing an aging mount.

Product Specifications

Details pulled from manufacturer and retailer listings, including the wide-bolt-pattern specification and listed winches.

Cross-reference data drawn from KFI mounting catalogs and retailer product pages, confirming compatibility with 3.00" x 6.60" wide-pattern winches and listing supported models and patterns.

What's Included

Included components in the box:

• Winch Mount
• Mounting Hardware
• Installation Instructions

Not included: roller fairlead and winch.

Why Choose This Aftermarket Replacement?

• Direct-Fit Compatibility: Precisely designed for wide-pattern 3.00" x 6.60" winches and the corresponding mounting points on the target vehicle family.
• Premium Materials: Fabricated from 3/16" steel with bead-blasted prep and a durable powder-coat finish for corrosion resistance.
• Rugged Durability: Heavy-duty construction andurance to withstand repeated winching under load in challenging conditions.
• Performance Restoration: Restores secure mounting and reliable line retrieval after wear or damage to the original mount.
• Complete Kit: All necessary mounting hardware and instructions included for straightforward installation.

Installation Notes:

• Verify the mounting surface is clean, rust-free, and free of debris before installation.
• Confirm the winch bolt pattern is the 3.00" x 6.60" wide pattern before mounting.
• Disconnect the vehicle battery and isolate electrical circuits when wiring the winch mount.
• Use a criss-cross sequence when tightening bolts to evenly distribute load; apply threadlocker if recommended by the winch manual.
• Check clearances to ensure the rope path will not rub on the frame, bumper, or other components.
• After initial test, recheck all mounting bolts for tightness and ensure smooth operation with no binding.

Why Upgrade?

Running a worn or incorrectly patterned mount can lead to unsafe operation and mounting failure under load. This aftermarket replacement provides a secure, properly aligned wide-pattern mount that restores reliability and confidence in winching tasks.