HD spare wheel carrier made of V2A for Land Rover Defender

The HD Land Rover Defender spare wheel holder for extreme load and large wheels on the Land Rover Defender. The standard rear mount of the spare wheel is at most suitable for road use in Germany. In tough off-road or expedition use, the rear door and its hinges as well as the rear door lock quickly sustain major damage.

During the vibration test on long corrugated board tracks, unbearable noises quickly occur in the vehicle's interior. Even the slightest vibration causes the spare wheel to oscillate. This immediately gives an idea of the stresses the tailgate fastening is under.

The Defender spare wheel carrier in perfection

The HD Defender spare wheel carrier is manufactured in Germany. The original hinges are completely omitted, so the HD spare tire carrier is discreet and is not as conspicuous as other spare tire carriers for the Defender. Due to the design shape and mounting points, an absolutely vibration-free mounting is possible. This results in a homogeneous distribution of force. The mounting bracket consists of 6 mm thick and high quality V4A and is screwed to 3 additional, as well as 6 original mounting points with the body and the rear door at 10 original points.

Spare wheel holder for the Defender

The swivel axle is made of a robust greasable brass bearing with an extremely solid hinge pin. The original hinges are omitted; the door hangs together with the spare wheel securely on the HD Defender spare wheel bracket and forms redbustes vibration-free complete system of bracket, body, door and tire.

The 6 mm stainless steel bracket connects the body to the rear door and guarantees optimal force distribution.

Note: For mounting the Defender original spare wheel bracket is required