{"product_id":"fab-fours-black-steel-elite-front-bumpers-for-2016-2018-chevrolet-silverado-1500-2019-ld","title":"Fab Fours Black Steel Elite Front Bumpers | For 2016 to 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 \u0026 2019 LD","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fab Fours Black Steel Elite is a steel front bumper built for truck owners who want a cleaner, lower-profile front end without giving up heavy-duty protection. It is the refined evolution of the Black Steel line, trading the bulkier classic look for a sleeker plate-style design while keeping the steel build Fab Fours is known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Elite takes the proven ranch bumper design and combines it with the smooth plate look from the Fab Fours premium line. There is no grill mess, just a matte black steel shell matched to the body lines of each truck for a street and overland look that still stands up to real-world abuse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel protection, lighter profile\u003c\/strong\u003e A refined evolution of the Black Steel line with a sleeker, low-profile design that keeps the heavy-duty steel build.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatte black powder coat\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium powder coated matte black finish gives the Elite a clean, factory-quality look that resists the elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect-fit design\u003c\/strong\u003e Built as a direct fit and matched to the body lines of each model truck, so it follows the truck's lines instead of fighting them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuard options to match your build\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in Full Guard, Pre-Runner Guard, or No Guard so you can run it clean or add front-end coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufactured in South Carolina, USA, with the same Fab Fours quality as the rest of the lineup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powder coated matte black steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium matte black powder coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuard Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Guard, Pre-Runner Guard, or No Guard (selected by variant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ranch bumper design combined with the smooth plate look of the Fab Fours premium line, no grill mess\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct fit, matched to the body lines of each model truck\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade In:\u003c\/strong\u003e South Carolina, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lifetime warranty on structure and manufacturer defect. One year warranty on rust caused by application from the manufacturer. Bare steel products do not fall under rust coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- specs-table --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFab Fours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBumper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Black Steel Elite is a direct-fit front bumper engineered to match the body lines of each truck it is built for, which keeps the install straightforward and the final fitment clean. Steel front bumpers are heavy, so plan on a helper and a couple of hours to swap the factory bumper for the Elite. Confirm your exact year, make, model, and the guard option you want before ordering so the bumper that arrives is the one built for your truck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFab Fours Black Steel Elite front bumper in the selected guard configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMatte black powder coat finish applied at the factory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLighting, winches, and other accessories shown in product photos are sold separately and vary by configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Fab Fours\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFab Fours designs and manufactures steel truck bumpers and off-road protection in South Carolina, USA. The brand matches every bumper to the body lines of each model truck, and the Black Steel Elite series carries that same Fab Fours quality in a fresh, low-profile look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- comparison-table --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Compares\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFab Fours Black Steel Elite Front Bumpers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFab Fours Black Steel Front Bumpers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFab Fours Matrix Front Bumpers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDesign\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRefined Elite evolution, ranch design plus smooth plate look, low profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal Black Steel ranch-style heavy-duty bumper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo-guard low-profile plate design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProfile \/ weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSleeker, lighter low-profile build\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavier, more rugged build\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-profile, minimal front coverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowder coated matte black steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowder coated matte black steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowder coated steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuard options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Guard, Pre-Runner Guard, No Guard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Guard and pre-runner guard styles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo guard only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited lifetime structural\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer warranty, confirm with Truck Bed Barn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited lifetime structural\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrice tier\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMid to premium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eValue, heavy-duty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMid, low-profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMade in\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouth Carolina, USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA made\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA made\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRefined low-profile look with guard flexibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum-strength budget rugged build\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCleanest no-guard street look\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- key-facts --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuilt from powder coated matte black steel for a low-profile matte finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvailable in three configurations: Full Guard, Pre-Runner Guard, and No Guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManufactured in South Carolina, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect fit design matched to the body lines of each truck model\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBacked by a Fab Fours limited lifetime structural warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- faq-block --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat is the Fab Fours Black Steel Elite front bumper made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is built from powder coated matte black steel. The Elite combines the ranch bumper design with the smooth plate look from the Fab Fours premium line, and every bumper is matched to the body lines of the specific truck model. The powder coat finish gives it a clean low profile look with no grille mess.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat guard configurations does the Black Steel Elite come in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Black Steel Elite front bumper is available in three configurations: Full Guard, Pre-Runner Guard, and No Guard. Choose the Full Guard for the most front-end coverage, the Pre-Runner for a center guard, or the No Guard for the sleekest low-profile look. If you are unsure which fits your truck and your build, text or call Truck Bed Barn at (623) 272-6510 before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhere is the Fab Fours Black Steel Elite bumper made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is manufactured in South Carolina, USA. Fab Fours builds each Elite bumper to match the body lines of the specific truck model, so the fit follows the factory contours of your truck.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat warranty comes with the Black Steel Elite front bumper?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eFab Fours backs the Black Steel Elite with a limited lifetime warranty on structure and manufacturer defect. There is also a one year warranty on rust caused by the finish application from the manufacturer. For help starting a warranty claim, contact Truck Bed Barn at (623) 272-6510 and we will walk you through the Fab Fours process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eIs the Black Steel Elite a direct fit bumper?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The Black Steel Elite is a direct fit design that mounts to your truck without modifying the frame. Fab Fours matches the bumper to the body lines of each model, so it follows the factory contours. Confirm the correct part for your year, make, model, and trim with Truck Bed Barn before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eDoes the Black Steel Elite support lighting and a winch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Black Steel Elite is part of the Fab Fours Black Steel family that is built to accept front-end lighting and winch setups, depending on configuration. Because guard style affects what mounts cleanly, confirm your lighting and winch plans with Truck Bed Barn so we match you to the right part.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHow is the matte black finish protected against the elements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bumper uses a powder coated matte black steel finish that is weather-resistant and built for daily driving. The structure and manufacturer defects carry a limited lifetime warranty, and the finish application carries a one year rust warranty. Rinse off road grime and salt to keep the powder coat looking its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt as a direct-fit front bumper for the applications listed in the fitment chart, with Full Guard, Pre-Runner Guard, and No Guard options selected by variant. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/our-fitment-guarantee\"\u003eFitment guaranteed\u003c\/a\u003e when you buy through Truck Bed Barn. Not sure which guard option or model fits your truck? Call or text our team before you order and we will confirm year, make, model, and configuration first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to see the rest of the lineup? 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