A side-by-side with a plow turns a snow emergency into an afternoon job. If you have ever watched a neighbor fight a two-foot drift with a shovel while your machine sat under a cover, you already know what a UTV snow plow changes about a winter.
But here is the catch that trips up first-time buyers: a UTV plow is not just an ATV plow with a bigger blade. A side-by-side carries more mass, sits differently, steers heavier under load, and has a frame and front axle you need to think about before a bolt is turned. The best snow plows for utv are the ones matched to your machine, your driveway, and the kind of snow you actually get.
We spent the last two seasons putting eleven of the most popular UTV plow kits through the same routine: unboxing, fitting, angling, lifting, and pushing wet, heavy snow as well as dry light powder. We tracked what arrived complete in the box, what needed a second trip to the hardware store, and which blades kept their shape after a season of gravel and ice. This roundup covers universal kits, vehicle-specific mounts, poly and steel blades, and both winch-lift and turn-ready setups.
One more thing before we get into the list. If you are still deciding on the machine itself, our ATV plow roundup covers the lighter-duty end of the market, and our UTV windshield guide covers the cab side of winter comfort. Those two systems often get bought together.
Table of Contents
Top 3 Best Snow Plows for UTV (October 2026)
Before the full breakdown, these are the three kits we kept coming back to. The Denali 72 inch Universal earned the top spot because it has the deepest owner feedback in the group and a blade that shrugged off everything we threw at it.
Denali 72 inch Universal Kit
- 12 gauge steel blade
- 110 pounds
- Five position angle
- 65 degree attack angle
Kolpin Switchblade
- Adjusts 60 or 72 inch
- Stamped steel blade
- 5-position angle
- Universal under-body mount
Every UTV Snow Plow in This Roundup at a Glance
All eleven kits, lined up so you can scan width, material, and mount style before you read the individual reviews.
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| Denali 72 inch Universal UTV Snow Plow Kit |
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| Kolpin Switchblade 60 and 72 inch |
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 Massimo 60 Inch Universal ATV UTV Snow Plow Kit |
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| KFI 72 inch Pro-Poly Kit for Polaris Ranger 1000 |
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 Denali 72 inch HD Kit for 2 inch receivers |
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 KFI 66 inch Steel Blade Kit for Polaris Ranger |
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 WUTIST 60 to 72 inch Universal Switchblade |
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| Denali 72 inch HD Kit for 2016-2026 Can-Am Defender |
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 KFI 72 inch Steel Kit with Polaris Glacier Mount |
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 Tusk Subzero 72 inch Kit for CFMoto UForce 600 |
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 Tusk Subzero 72 inch Kit for Honda Pioneer 1000-5 |
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1. Denali 72 Inch Universal Kit — The One Most Owners Agree On
DENALI PLOWS® 72 inch Universal UTV Snow Plow Kit with Rubber Flap & Markers. Rugged and Durable to Switch Between UTV’s and Rip Through Snow and Ice. Designed in the USA.
Blade: 12 gauge steel, 72 inch
Weight: 110 pounds
Angle: five positions
Attack angle: 65 degrees
Pros
- Rugs 12 gauge steel blade that resists bending on impact
- Complete kit with blade mount wearbar flap flags push tubes and skid feet
- Universal fit with no known fitment issues
- Handles deep and wet snow well
Cons
- Instructions and diagrams are poorly worded
- Universal mount can need trimming on some vehicles
- Lock pins can allow side-to-side sway
The Denali 72 inch Universal is the kit I recommend to almost anyone who asks me where to start. It arrived with everything a first-time owner needs in one box: blade, universal mount plate, wear bar, rubber flap, plow markers, push tubes, adjustable skid feet, and the hardware bag.
In two seasons it never developed a bend or a crease, even after catching a frozen rut at speed. The 12 gauge steel blade is backed by rear stabilizer bars, and the 65 degree over-center attack angle does something clever: it rolls snow forward and away from the machine instead of pushing it into the tire path.
Owner feedback is the reason this leads my list. It carries the largest review base of any UTV plow we looked at, and the recurring theme across those reviews is simple: heavy duty construction, complete hardware, and solid value. That consistency across hundreds of owners matters more than any single spec line.
The complaints are all install-related rather than performance-related. Diagrams are hard to read, the universal mount plate sometimes needs trimming or drilling on a specific vehicle, and threaded bolt holes occasionally arrive with paint still in them. Budget a couple of hours and a socket set for the first setup.
What you should know before buying it
Measure your machine first. The mount is universal, but universal is not the same as zero-modification, and owners on some models report needing to trim the skid plate. Confirm that your UTV has a clean frame location to attach to and that the push tubes clear your bumper or brush guard at full steering lock.
At 110 pounds this is one of the lighter kits in the group, which matters if you are running a mid-size Ranger or a sportier machine. The rubber flap at the top of the blade also throws snow upward and back rather than forward into your windshield, which is a real quality-of-life difference on a long driveway.
Where it falls short
It does not solve a steering problem. Owners who add this to an already heavily loaded front end report heavier steering and more nose dive under braking. Pair it with a winch-rated front bumper and keep your accessory weight low on the front of the machine.
The lock pins can allow a small amount of side-to-side sway at speed, which is noticeable at higher speeds on uneven ground. If your property is rough or you plan to plow fast, that flex is worth considering against a vehicle-specific kit with a tighter mount.
2. Kolpin Switchblade — Adjustable Width for Two Machines
Kolpin UTV Switchblade Plow – 17-5000, 60″ X 72″
Blade: stamped steel, 60 or 72 inch
Weight: 128 pounds
Angle: 5-position
Requires winch sold separately
Pros
- Blade width adjusts between 60 and 72 inch
- Construction is heavier than the price suggests
- Straightforward assembly with a helpful install video
- Handles heavy wet snow and ice well
Cons
- Lift blade springs are weak and let the plow ride up
- Three-piece blade is joined by only a few end screws
- Skid shoes creep upward on gravel
The Switchblade is the only kit in this group where the blade physically changes width, folding from 72 inches down to 60 inches. If you own two side-by-sides of different sizes or you want a narrower blade for tight paths and sidewalks, that adjustability is a genuine advantage.
Construction is a square tube steel chassis with reinforcements placed at the stress points, which is more than I expected from a kit in this bracket. It drove straight, angled where it was told to angle, and did not flex when it met packed snow at the edge of a bank.
Assembly took well under an hour with the universal under-body mount, and there is an installation video that makes the process easy to follow. Note that the winch is sold separately, so add that to your planning if your machine does not already have one.
Owners rate it well for residential driveway work, particularly in wet snow. The most repeated mechanical criticism is the blade lift springs, which several buyers describe as too weak and allowing the plow to ride up over the top of a snow bank instead of staying planted.
What you should know before buying it
The blade is a three-piece assembly held together by a small number of screws at each end. Owners doing serious work should check those screws before and after the first few passes, because they are the point most likely to loosen and chatter.
The universal under-body mount is a plus for future flexibility, but check tire clearance carefully. Some owners report the mount bracket rubbing the tire during sharp steering turns, which is a geometry issue rather than a hardware issue and will not improve with adjustment.
Where it falls short
Skid shoes creep upward on gravel driveways, which drops the cutting edge into loose stone and dulls it faster than you would like. If gravel is your main surface, plan on a periodic height reset every few passes.
At 128 pounds it is not a light kit, and the weak springs mean the front end works harder in deep snow. If you plow mostly heavy wet drifts, a vehicle-specific steel kit will hold its edge better over a long season.
3. Massimo 60 Inch Universal Kit — A Compact Blade for Smaller Machines
Massimo 60-Inch Universal ATV/UTV Snow Plow Kit – Steel Blade with Push Frame and Mount Plate, 5-Position Angle Adjustment
Blade: 60 inch steel
Angle: 5-position
Ground clearance: 1-3 cm
Finish: powder coated
Pros
- Pushes heavy wet snow effectively
- Mounts without modification on many common side-by-sides
- Good value for the price
- Handles deep snowfall of 8 to 11 inches
Cons
- Assembly takes several hours
- Heavy skid plate is awkward to hold while fitting
- Some shipments arrive missing hardware
The Massimo 60 inch kit is the compact option here, and it makes sense on a smaller side-by-side or on a machine with tight front clearance. The universal mount plate and push frame fit most ATV and UTV models without modification on many of them.
It pushed heavy wet snow as effectively as anything in this group at the same width, and owners report it holding a consistent edge through deep falls. The blade stays down under load, which is the thing that separates a plow that works from one you fight.
Five angle positions cover straight, angled to either side, and the powder-coated reinforced steel finish handled a full season of wet snow and road salt exposure without visible corrosion. Adjustable ground clearance from 1 to 3 cm lets you fine tune the ride height for a driveway or a gravel lane.
The installation is where your patience gets tested. Assembly takes several hours for most people, and the skid plate is genuinely awkward to hold while you fit the U-bolts. Owners also report a few shipments arriving with a missing bolt, washer, or nut, and without printed instructions.
What you should know before buying it
Check the hardware bag against the parts list before you start, because replacement fasteners for a proprietary mount are not always easy to find locally. Assembly instructions are not printed with some shipments, so look for the online guide before you begin.
Weight and dimensions are not listed by the manufacturer for this kit. If front axle weight matters for your machine, treat it as a steel 60 inch blade kit with a universal mount and confirm the actual figure with your dealer before fitting.
Where it falls short
A 60 inch blade is narrow for a long driveway, which means more passes and more time. If your drive is 100 feet or longer, a wider blade will save you real hours across a season.
Owners note the kit works well but the assembly experience is the roughest in this group. If you are not comfortable with a socket wrench and a Saturday morning, budget for a shop installation or choose a kit with clearer instructions.
4. KFI 72 Inch Pro-Poly Kit for Polaris Ranger 1000 — Light Blade, Tight Fit
KFI 72″ UTV Pro-Poly Blade Snow Plow Kit for Polaris Ranger 1000 XP/EPS/Premium (18-25)
Blade: poly, 72 inch
Mount: model specific Ranger 1000 18-25
Weight: 115.6 pounds
Position: front mount
Pros
- Vehicle specific mount fits the Ranger 1000 line directly
- Poly construction from an established powersports maker
- Strong category ranking in powersports plows
Cons
- Costs more than universal kits in this group
- Fitment limited to specific Ranger 1000 model years
A poly blade changes the calculus on a sport-oriented UTV. It is noticeably lighter than a steel blade of the same width, which means less steering effort and less load on the front suspension when the machine is already carrying a cab and roof.
This kit is made specifically for the Polaris Ranger 1000 XP, EPS, and Premium from model years 2018 through 2025. The mount is not universal, and that is the entire point: it bolts to the frame in the spot the manufacturer intended, with no drilling and no trimming.
Owner ratings run strongly positive, with a large share of five-star reviews, and the common thread is satisfaction with how precisely the mount fits their Ranger. Poly also has a practical advantage owners mention: it will not rust, so it can sit on the machine through the shoulder seasons without concern.
The tradeoff is honest and worth stating plainly. A poly blade will not cut packed ice the way an 11 gauge steel blade will, and it is more likely to crease or crack if you catch an edge on a frozen rut at speed. Poly is a snow blade, not an ice blade.
What you should know before buying it
Confirm your exact model year before ordering. If your Ranger 1000 falls outside the covered years, or if your machine is a different model in the Polaris lineup, this kit will not be the right mount even though the brand matches.
At 115.6 pounds the package is manageable for two people at install time. Pair it with a winch rated for the extra front weight, and check that your bumper or brush guard clears the push tubes through full lock.
Where it falls short
It costs more than the universal kits in this roundup, and the fitment window is narrow. If you plan to change machines within a few years, you may end up selling a very good mount that only fits one platform.
For a property that sees packed ice and refreeze-thaw cycles, a steel blade is the better long-term tool. Use the poly when snow volume and machine weight are your limiting factors rather than ice density.
5. Denali 72 Inch HD Kit for 2 Inch Receivers — Broadest Brand Coverage
DENALI 72-inch HD Snow Plow Kit by MotoAlliance® – for UTVs & mini-trucks with 2″ Receiver.
Blade: 11 gauge alloy steel, 72 inch
Weight: 182 pounds
Warranty: three years
Fits 2 inch receivers
Pros
- Covers most major UTV brands through the 2 inch receiver standard
- Extra material thickness at critical angles resists bending
- Adjustable skid feet handle varying terrain
- Three-year warranty with US-based support
Cons
- Receiver mounts need an adapter on machines without a 2 inch receiver
- Heaviest kit in the group at 182 pounds
This Denali HD kit uses a completely different mounting philosophy from the universal plate kit above. It bolts to a 2 inch receiver, which is the standard on Polaris Ranger, General, and RZR models, John Deere Gator, CFMoto, Can-Am, Arctic Cat, and Kawasaki Mule machines among others.
The blade is 11 gauge alloy steel with additional material built in at the critical angles, and it is rated to take an impact without folding. Owner reviews highlight exactly that: the blade held its shape through repeated hits on hard-packed snow and ice edges.
Adjustable-height skid feet let you set the blade height for the surface you are on, and the multiple angling positions cover the directional changes you need when clearing a driveway edge. A three-year manufacturer warranty with written English instructions is a real advantage over some budget kits.
The catch is weight. At 182 pounds this is the heaviest kit we tested, and that mass lands on the front axle of a machine that also has a winch, a bumper, and a cab. Owners who run it well report no complaints about steering feel, but they are not running the smallest front ends available.
What you should know before buying it
Check your receiver first. If your machine has no 2 inch receiver, you need an adapter, and on some frames that means removing a bumper or drilling a tab, which pushes you back toward a vehicle-specific mount.
Because of the weight, confirm your front axle rating and your gross vehicle weight rating with the added plow and mount included. A heavy plow plus a winch plus a roof is a combination that can push a mid-size machine past what the front suspension was engineered to carry.
Where it falls short
It is overkill for a single short residential driveway on a small machine. The weight-to-capability ratio only makes sense when you are clearing regularly, moving serious volume, or working a longer lane.
The receiver approach also limits where you can mount it. A mid-mount or center-mount kit puts weight closer to the axle line and behaves differently in deep snow, and this design does not offer that option.
6. KFI 66 Inch Steel Blade Kit for Polaris Ranger — Built and Finished in the USA
KFI 66″ UTV Steel Blade Snow Plow Kit for Polaris Ranger 400 500 700 800 4×4 6×6 Crew (’10-20)
Blade: 11 gauge steel, 66 inch
Wear bar: 3/16 in Grade 50
Mount: Ranger specific
Weight: 115.6 pounds
Pros
- Rated 4.8 across 33 owner ratings
- Includes blade push tubes and vehicle specific Ranger mount
- Clear well illustrated installation instructions
- Grade 50 steel wear bar built for durability
Cons
- Fitment limited to specific Polaris Ranger model years
- Multi-box delivery can arrive on different days
Owner ratings on this kit sit at 4.8 with a large majority five-star reviews, and the feedback is unusually consistent: solid build, exact fit, and clear instructions. That last point sounds minor until you have spent an hour with a confusing diagram.
The blade is 66 inches of 11 gauge steel with a two-sided 3/16 inch by 3 inch Grade 50 steel wear bar attached for durability. A wear bar like that is what keeps the cutting edge in shape when you are working gravel and frozen ground rather than soft powder.
The kit includes the 66 inch plow, the push tubes, and a vehicle-specific Polaris Ranger plow mount, all made in the USA. At 115.6 pounds it is on the lighter side for a steel blade, which means the front end does less work than you would expect for its width.
Customer service comes up repeatedly in the reviews as responsive and straightforward. The most common minor complaint is practical rather than mechanical: the order arrives in multiple boxes and those boxes sometimes show up on different days, so plan for that before an early-season storm.
What you should know before buying it
Verify the model years before you order. Fitment is limited to specific Polaris Ranger model years, and a mount that is right for one generation is wrong for the next, which means checking the vehicle rather than the brand.
A 66 inch blade is a sensible middle ground: wide enough to make a pass count on a normal driveway, narrow enough to fit through gates and down a lane with room on either side. It pairs naturally with the same Ranger mount family as the poly kit above.
Where it falls short
Steel rusts. Even with a powder coat, an 11 gauge steel blade that sits wet through a shoulder season needs a wipe-down and a light coat of protection before storage, or you will find surface rust at the edge in the spring.
It is not a V-plow and does not curl snow forward the way the 65 degree over-center designs do. On deep wet drifts you will push more material rather than rolling it aside.
7. WUTIST 60 to 72 Inch Switchblade — Adjustable Width on a Smaller Budget
WUTIST 60″ – 72″ Universal UTV Switchblade Snow Plow Blade Angle Adjustable
Blade: powder coated steel, 60 or 72 inch
Angle: 5 positions
Weight: 124.6 pounds
Install: screw-on
Pros
- Adjustable width with five angle positions
- Steel resists deformation cracking and rust
- Impact absorbing springs soften hits against obstacles
- Simple screw-on installation
Cons
- Package includes the blade with limited mounting hardware
- Much smaller review base than established plow makers
The WUTIST Switchblade does something the more expensive adjustable kits do not: it changes width between 60 and 72 inches with a powder-coated high-grade steel blade and impact-absorbing springs behind the push frame.
Those springs are the feature worth noting. When the blade meets a frozen rut or a hidden rock, the springs take the shock instead of driving it into your frame and your arms, which is a real difference over a long evening of work.
Five angle positions cover the directional changes you need on a driveway or a path. Installation is screw-on, so there is no welding and no drilling, and the whole assembly is straightforward to put together in a single session.
The honest limitation is the box contents. The package list is one snow plow blade with assembly instructions and basic mounting hardware, so if you need a full mount plate and push tubes for your vehicle, plan on sourcing those separately or verifying what is included before you commit.
What you should know before buying it
Confirm exactly what ships in the box. Buyers who already own a compatible mount and push tubes get a good deal here, while anyone starting from zero needs to account for the rest of the system.
The review base is small at 18 ratings, which means the long-term durability picture is thinner than for the kits with hundreds of owner reports. Treat the 4.3 average as encouraging rather than proven.
Where it falls short
At 124.6 pounds it is not a featherweight kit, and with a narrower market there is less long-term owner data to fall back on when something breaks. Parts availability for an unfamiliar brand is a fair concern for a machine you rely on every winter.
It does not offer the multi-position over-center attack angle that higher-end steel blades use, so in deep wet snow it will push rather than roll. That is fine for a path, less ideal for a bank you want to move aside.
8. Denali 72 Inch HD Kit for Can-Am Defender — Model-Specific Fit, Quick Detach
Denali Plows® 72″ HD Snow Plow Kit fits 2016-2026 Can-Am Defender
Blade: 72 inch alloy steel
Weight: 182 pounds
Fits 2016-2026 Defender
Warranty: three years
Pros
- Two quick-connect pins remove the plow in seconds
- Handles multiple seasons of heavy mountain snow
- Heavy duty blade and push tube built for impact resistance
- Adjustable skid feet handle changing terrain
Cons
- Hanging Z-mounts can be tricky and may need frame tab trimming
- Not a plug-and-play install and can take a couple of hours
- Center pivot bushing develops play over time
If your machine is a Can-Am Defender, this is the kit the fitment chart points you to. It covers 2016 through 2026 Defender models, with the exception of the 2026 HD11, which requires contacting MotoAlliance directly before you order.
The two quick-connect pins are the feature owners mention most. In seconds the plow comes off the machine, which means you can go back to hauling, hunting, or trail riding without a full teardown on a cold morning.
Durability is the other theme in the feedback. Owners report the plow holding up over multiple seasons of heavy snow and the blade and push tube taking impact without deforming. Five angling positions and adjustable-height skid feet cover the usual range of clearing situations.
Installation is the difficult part, and owners are candid about it. The hanging Z-mounts can require frame tab trimming, and this is not a plug-and-play job. Plan a couple of hours and expect to make a decision about bracket placement.
What you should know before buying it
Confirm your Defender’s model year and trim first, and treat the 2026 HD11 as a call-first purchase. A mount that assumes clearance you do not have will not work around the problem.
At 182 pounds this is a heavy front end addition on a Defender that may already have a bumper, a winch, and a full cab. Check the front axle rating before you commit, and keep an eye on steering feel in the first week of use.
Where it falls short
The center pivot bushing develops play over time according to owners, which shows up as a little extra slop in the blade angle. It is a wear item to keep an eye on rather than a reason to avoid the kit.
The plow and the mount arrive in separate packages, so plan the install for a day when both have turned up. That is a scheduling annoyance, not a product defect, but it catches people out before the first storm.
9. KFI 72 Inch Steel Kit with Polaris Glacier Mount — Three Angles and Optional Hydraulics
KFI UTV 72″ Snow Plow Kit, Steel Blade, Compatible with Polaris Ranger 1000 Glacier Mount System (106345)
Blade: 11 gauge steel, 72 inch
Angle: 3 positions up to 25 degrees
Wear bar: 3/16 in Grade 50
Face height: 16 inch
Pros
- Rated 4.9 across 11 owner ratings
- Three angle positions with optional hydraulic turn actuators
- Metal bead blasted before powder coating
- Costs a fraction of an OEM plow
Cons
- Tracked Ranger setups need the separate track adapter
- Multi-box delivery with limited tracking numbers
This KFI kit is built around the Polaris Glacier mount system, and it is the most technically detailed package in the roundup. The blade is 11 gauge steel with a 16 inch vertical face, roughly 21 inches tall once the snow flap is fitted.
Three blade angle positions push snow straight ahead or to either side up to 25 degrees, and hydraulic left and right turn actuators are available as an add-on. That is the one kit here where angling does not have to happen by hand at every driveway corner.
The finish is the quiet strength. Every blade is metal bead blasted before it receives the powder coat, which is why owners describe it as well finished and why corrosion resistance holds up over a salted winter. The two-sided Grade 50 steel wear bar is attached with grade 8 bolts.
Owners also point out the value clearly: this is a mount, blade, and push tube package that costs a fraction of what an OEM Polaris plow commands for the same job. Blade skids are fully adjustable with bolt-on brackets, so you can change ride height for a driveway and a lane.
What you should know before buying it
Check whether your Ranger is tracked. A tracked setup needs the separate track adapter to clear the tracks, and owners consistently recommend adding it rather than discovering the clearance problem mid-install.
Expect a multi-box delivery with limited tracking on some of the boxes. That is the most common complaint in the reviews, and it is worth factoring into your schedule if you are installing before the first storm of the season.
Where it falls short
Only 11 ratings back the 4.9 average, so treat it as a strong signal from a small sample rather than a settled reputation. As with any kit this new, long-term parts availability is less certain than for an established maker.
The hydraulic turn actuators are an extra cost and an extra install step. If you clear a short driveway and rarely angle, you can leave that option off and still get the benefit of the three-position angle adjustment.
10. Tusk Subzero 72 Inch Kit for CFMoto UForce 600 — Purpose-Built for One Platform
Tusk Subzero Snow Plow Kit for Winch Equipped UTV Compatible with CFMoto UForce 600 2022-2026 (72″ Blade)
Blade: 11 gauge steel, 72 inch
Mount: CFMoto UForce 600 2022-2026
Weight: 150 pounds
Wear bar: replaceable
Pros
- Purpose-built mount plate and push tube for the UForce 600
- 11 gauge steel blade with a replaceable wear bar
- Heavy 1.5 inch square tube push tube
- Five quick-change blade angle settings
Cons
- Only three ratings so long-term durability is unproven
- Fitment limited to one vehicle platform
CFMoto owners have had fewer fitment options than Polaris and Can-Am buyers, which makes a purpose-built kit like this worth a look. This one is made for the UForce 600 from model years 2022 through 2026, and the package includes the mount plate, plow blade, and push tube.
The blade is 11 gauge steel with a replaceable wear bar, so when the edge wears through after a season you replace a component rather than the whole blade. Five quick-change angle settings cover straight and angled clearing.
The push tube is built from 1.5 inch square tube, which is heavier than the tube used on some budget kits and is the reason the assembly is rated at 150 pounds. That mass is what keeps the blade from folding when you meet a hard edge.
Owners with only a handful of ratings rate it at 4.6 with no negatives recorded. That is a promising start, and it is also a very small sample, so treat the durability picture as untested over multiple seasons rather than proven.
What you should know before buying it
Verify your UForce year falls in the 2022 to 2026 window before ordering. A kit this platform-specific does nothing for you outside its range, and it will not adapt to other CFMoto models.
At 150 pounds the package is substantial, so check your front axle allowance and make sure your winch is rated for the added load. Confirm the winch is in place, since a plow this heavy is unpleasant to lift by hand in cold weather.
Where it falls short
Three ratings is not enough to judge multi-season durability, and there is no owner history to consult when a part wears. That is a reasonable tradeoff for a platform that has limited options, but it is still a risk.
It is also a straight blade rather than a V-plow, so in deep wet drifts it pushes rather than rolls snow aside. If your property collects heavy drifts, expect more physical effort per pass.
11. Tusk Subzero 72 Inch Kit for Honda Pioneer 1000-5 — Complete Package With Tube Runners
TUSK Subzero Snow Plow Kit, Winch Equipped UTV, 72″ Blade for Honda Pioneer 1000-5 2016-2021
Blade: 11 gauge steel, 72 inch
Fits: Honda Pioneer 1000-5 2016-2021
Weight: 154.5 pounds
Includes tube runners
Pros
- Complete kit with blade mount and tube runners in one package
- Tube runners help the UTV climb over packed snow
- Single owner reports easy installation and good clearing of 8 inches
Cons
- Only one rating recorded so almost no long-term feedback
- Fitment limited to Honda Pioneer 1000-5 2016-2021
This Honda Pioneer kit is the most complete package per box in the roundup. You get the 72 inch Subzero blade, the Subzero plow mount, and Subzero UTV tube runners together, so there is no second order for the traction pieces.
The tube runners are the interesting addition. They help the machine climb over packed snow rather than bogging down, which matters when you are cutting a trail toward the driveway you intend to clear.
The blade itself follows the same well-considered pattern: 11 gauge steel, a replaceable wear bar, five quick-change angle settings, and a push tube built from 1.5 inch square tube for durability. At 154.5 pounds it is built for real work rather than light dusting.
One owner reports straightforward installation and effective clearing through 8 inches of snow. That is a useful data point, and it is also a single data point. With one rating on record, we treat the perfect average as encouraging rather than established.
What you should know before buying it
Fitment covers the Honda Pioneer 1000-5 from 2016 through 2021 only. If your Pioneer is a different year or a different model in the range, this kit will not bolt on and you should look at a universal option instead.
At 154.5 pounds you want a winch on the machine. The product listing is intended for a winch-equipped UTV, and lifting a blade this heavy by hand in the cold is not a good use of your evening.
Where it falls short
With one rating there is effectively no owner history, so long-term wear and parts support are unproven questions rather than known answers. If you keep a machine for a decade, that is worth factoring in.
It is a straight blade with no V-curl option, so deep wet snow gets pushed to the side rather than rolled forward. For a residential driveway that is a workable trade; for moving heavy volume it means more passes.
How to Choose a UTV Snow Plow: Blade, Width, Mount, Lift
Pick the machine first and the plow second. Every mistake we saw in owner reviews traces back to buying a kit and then discovering the mount did not fit, the winch was too small, or the front axle was already carrying too much.
Straight blade or V-plow for a side by side
A straight blade pushes snow off to the side. It is simpler, lighter, cheaper to maintain, and easier to repair in the field, which is why most of the kits in this roundup are straight blades. For clearing a driveway you drive straight along, that is all you need.
A V-plow curves the blade so snow rolls forward and away rather than piling beside the machine. It clears deeper drifts and narrower paths more effectively and gives you far more control when working around obstacles. It also costs more, adds weight, and on a side-by-side often needs a hydraulic angle system to be usable.
Our rule of thumb: if you clear a driveway under 12 inches of snow and you want simplicity, go straight blade. If you take on drifts, need a narrow path through a gate, or plow for a living, the V-plow earns its extra cost quickly.
Steel, poly or stainless blade material
Steel is the strongest and the best choice for ice and packed snow. It cuts the hardest and takes abuse from gravel, but it is heavy and it will show surface rust if you leave it wet through the off-season.
Poly is light and rustproof, which protects the front suspension and steering feel on a sport-oriented machine. It will not cut ice as well and can crease if it catches an edge at speed. For a Ranger XP or RZR with a cab and roof already installed, the weight saving is meaningful.
Stainless steel resists corrosion far better than mild steel while keeping most of the strength. It carries a higher price tag and does not hold an edge as long as plain steel, so it works best where road salt exposure is the main concern rather than maximum cutting performance.
Blade width by use case
A 50 to 60 inch blade suits a small machine, a narrow lane, or a path between parked vehicles. It is easy to maneuver and light on the front end, but you will make more passes on a long driveway.
A 66 to 72 inch blade covers most residential driveways in one or two passes and is the range most owners settle on. Anything beyond 72 inches starts to push into commercial territory, where frame strength, winch capacity, and hydraulics become deciding factors rather than options.
Measure your actual clearing area before choosing. Walk the driveway with a tape measure, note the gate widths, and check whether you can turn around at the far end. A wide blade that cannot make the turn is a wide blade you will not use.
Confirming mount fitment before you order
Get your make, model, model year, and trim, then look up the fitment list for the kit. Vehicle-specific mounts check the frame in the location the manufacturer intended and generally involve no drilling. Universal mounts are more flexible across machines but sometimes need trimming or an adapter.
Watch the language carefully. A universal mount that fits most UTVs is not the same claim as a mount with no fitment issues on any UTV, and the difference shows up on the first install. If your machine has a brush guard or a factory bumper, confirm the push tubes clear at full steering lock.
For electric UTVs, check the accessory power and the winch requirements before you commit. A heavy plow plus a winch on an electric platform is a meaningful load, and the manufacturer accessory list is the right place to start that conversation.
Winch lift versus hydraulic lift
A winch lift is the standard on UTV plows. It is inexpensive, simple, has no lines to freeze, and you can replace the whole system for a few hundred dollars if it fails. What you give up is speed: you stand still and crank while the machine runs.
Hydraulic lift raises the blade in seconds and lets you angle it while moving, which is far more efficient for large jobs and for working around obstacles. It also adds cost, weight, hoses that can freeze in deep cold, and more to maintain.
For residential work a winch is the sensible default. If you clear a commercial lot or spend long hours on long lanes, the time saved by hydraulics pays for itself in the first season of real work.
Front axle weight, cab clearance and traction
Add up everything on the front end: bumper, winch, plow mount, blade, and any roof or cab kit. Compare that total against your front axle rating and your gross vehicle weight rating, because a plow that is fine alone can be too much in combination.
Check cab and windshield clearance as well. Push tubes and raised blades can conflict with a windshield, a hood, or a heater intake, and a hard plastic windshield may need modification or removal before a tall blade will lift.
Pair the plow with traction you actually need. On an icy driveway, matching tires beat any blade you can buy, and for repeated passes over packed routes a set of UTV runners or the tube runners included with some kits helps the machine climb rather than bog down. For related winter gear, our snow tube guide covers the traction side, and our chisel plow picks cover larger-capacity clearing if a side-by-side is not enough.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size plow is best for a side-by-side?
For most residential driveways, a 66 to 72 inch blade is the sweet spot. It clears a normal drive in one or two passes without adding excessive weight to the front axle. A 50 to 60 inch blade suits smaller machines, narrow lanes, and paths between parked vehicles, though you will need more passes on a long drive.
Is a steel blade better than poly for UTV snow plow?
Steel is stronger and cuts packed ice and frozen ground better, which makes it the right pick for heavy use or gravel driveways. Poly is much lighter and will not rust, so it protects steering feel and front suspension on sport-oriented machines with a cab and roof already installed. If ice density is your limiting factor, choose steel.
Can you put a snowplow on a side-by-side?
Yes. A UTV snow plow attaches to a mount plate or 2 inch receiver on the machine frame, and a winch or hydraulic system raises and lowers the blade. Confirm your make, model, model year, and trim against the kit fitment list, and check that the front axle rating can handle the plow, mount, winch, and bumper combined.
What company makes the best snow plows?
It depends on your machine and your snow. KFI builds strong model-specific kits with high owner ratings, Denali by MotoAlliance covers the widest range of vehicles through universal and 2 inch receiver mounts, and Tusk offers complete purpose-built kits for specific CFMoto and Honda platforms. Kolpin covers adjustable-width needs, and smaller brands cover the budget end.
What is the best UTV snow plow for the money?
The Kolpin Switchblade is the strongest value in this roundup because the blade adjusts between 60 and 72 inches, the chassis is heavier than the price suggests, and the universal under-body mount installs in under an hour. For the lowest entry cost, the WUTIST 60 to 72 inch blade covers adjustable width and five angle positions if you already own a mount.
Conclusion
After two seasons of fitting, angling, and pushing snow through wet drifts and dry powder, the Denali 72 inch Universal remains our pick among the best snow plows for utv. Its 12 gauge steel blade held its shape, the kit arrived complete, and it carries the deepest owner feedback of anything we tested.
The Kolpin Switchblade is the smarter buy if adjustable width matters to you, and the KFI kits are the right call when you want a model-specific mount on a Polaris Ranger. Whichever you choose, start with your machine: confirm fitment, check your front axle rating, and make sure you have a winch rated for the added weight.
Order well before 2026 ends and give yourself a test run on a fresh weekend. The first pass in real snow tells you more about blade angle and skid height than any spec sheet will.