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Lift Kits in Florida

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Florida caps bumper height by vehicle weight — cars 22–27 inches, trucks 24–30 inches depending on class.

Verified against primary sources · August 2026

What the law says

FS 316.251 sets maximum bumper heights by weight class: cars 22/22 (<2,500 lb), 24/26 (2,500–3,500), 27/29 (3,500+); trucks 24/26 (<2,000), 27/29 (2,000–3,000), 28/30 (3,000–5,000). The old data applied the top truck tier to every vehicle.

Specific Limits

Bumper max cars
22–27 in by weight
Bumper max trucks
24 in front / 26 in rear (light) up to 28/30 (3,000–5,000 lb)

Statute

Fla. Stat. § 316.251

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are lift kits legal in Florida?
Florida caps bumper height by vehicle weight — cars 22–27 inches, trucks 24–30 inches depending on class.
What are the exact lift kits limits in Florida?
Bumper max cars: 22–27 in by weight. Bumper max trucks: 24 in front / 26 in rear (light) up to 28/30 (3,000–5,000 lb). Source: Fla. Stat. § 316.251.

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