Lift Kits in North Dakota
North Dakota caps body height at 42 inches measured from level ground to the cargo-area floor, and bumper height at 27 inches measured to the highest point on the bottom of the bumper.
Verified against primary sources · August 2026
What the law says
A horizontal drop bumper is permitted if it is at least 3 inches tall, spans the full body width, is load-bearing, and is attached to the frame. Oversize tires must carry a DOT tire identification number. Law-enforcement, military, fire, and ambulance vehicles are exempt.
Specific Limits
- Bumper max
- 27 in
- Drop bumper
- allowed if at least 3 in tall, full body width, load-bearing, and frame-attached
- Body height max
- 42 in from the ground to the cargo-area floor
Frequently Asked Questions
Are lift kits legal in North Dakota?
What are the exact lift kits limits in North Dakota?
Street-legal lift kits picks
Gear that helps you mod without a ticket in North Dakota.
A modest lift that stays under most state frame- and bumper-height limits.
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