DACK Winch Hitch Cradle Mount Plate — 2" Receiver Adapter for 10" x 4½" Winches, 15,000 lb Capacity, Powder-Coated Steel

The DACK Winch Hitch Cradle Mount Plate is a heavy-duty, universal 2" receiver adapter that secures most 10" x 4½" winches and supports up to 15,000 lbs for dependable recovery and towing.

Built from 5mm cold-rolled steel and finished with a durable black powder coat, this mount plate converts a standard 2" receiver into a stable winch platform for trucks, ATVs, UTVs and trailers. It arrives with pre-drilled mounting holes for common winch bolt patterns and includes the hitch pin and clip so you can install it quickly and start using your winch where a bumper or dedicated mount isn't available.

How strong and weatherproof is this winch mount?

The DACK cradle plate is engineered for heavy loads and outdoor exposure. Thick cold-rolled steel provides structural strength while the powder coating resists rust and abrasion, extending service life in wet or salty conditions.

• 5mm cold-rolled steel construction for high load capacity
• Black powder-coated finish for corrosion and wear resistance
• Rated to handle up to 15,000 lbs for towing and recovery tasks

Will it fit my winch and vehicle?

This mount is designed as a universal solution for common winch standards and standard 2" receiver hitches. The plate features a 10" on-center fairlead bolt pattern and a 10" x 4½" winch base pattern to match most off-the-shelf winches, and the receiver adapter slides into any standard 2" hitch.

• Pre-drilled holes for 10" x 4½" winch patterns
• 10" on-center fairlead bolt spacing for hawse or roller fairleads
• Works with standard 2" receiver hitches on trucks, ATVs, UTVs, trailers

How simple is installation and what hardware is included?

Installation is straightforward: insert the adapter into your 2" receiver, secure with the supplied hitch pin and clip, then bolt your winch and fairlead to the plate. The pre-drilled layout reduces fitment guesswork so you can complete the setup with basic hand tools.

• Includes hitch pin and clip for receiver attachment
• Pre-drilled winch and fairlead mounting holes for fast bolt-up
• Fits typical winch bolt hardware — use your winch’s mounting bolts

What support and quality assurance does DACK provide?

DACK backs this mount with lifetime support and inspects hardware before shipment to ensure reliability. If you encounter fitment or installation questions, the company offers direct assistance to help resolve issues quickly.

• Lifetime customer support available for installation guidance
• Hardware quality checks performed prior to shipping
• Built for long-term use in harsh environments

Who is this for? The DACK Winch Hitch Cradle Mount Plate suits off-road enthusiasts, utility vehicle owners, weekend recoverers and tradespeople who need a portable, robust winch mounting option. If you want to add winch capability without modifying bumpers or custom fabricating mounts, and you have a standard 2" receiver, this plate offers a quick, secure, weather-resistant solution.