Snow Plows

Winter transforms UTVs from recreational machines into essential equipment for clearing driveways, parking lots, farm lanes, and property access. To meet the unique demands that snow inevitably brings, snow plows turn your UTV into a capable snow removal tool that clears accumulation quickly without the expense of dedicated snow removal equipment or service contracts. Side by Side Source carries a comprehensive selection of UTV snow plow systems from complete kits with mounting hardware, push tubes, and hydraulic or manual angle controls to heavy-duty blades in various widths designed for different clearing applications and snow conditions.

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Buyer's Guide for UTV Snow Plows: Helping You Shop!

Understanding UTV Plow Blade Configurations

A straight blade will generally serve you well enough when the snow is light, but they come with a couple of key limitations. For example, they only push snow in one direction, creating those little rows that require you to double back. Also, denser snow can often prove too much for a straight blade.

A V-blade, on the other hand, comes with two blade sections that are canted to make a V shape, so you can break through the packed stuff that straight blades often struggle against. They can scoop snow (V position), straight blade (both sections together), or angle push (one section forward). This versatility handles varied conditions better than straight blades. They cost more ($1000-1500+) and weigh more (potentially overloading smaller UTVs), but provide commercial-grade capability. Switchblade or multi-position blades adjust between straight and V configurations using pins or hydraulic controls, providing versatility withoutthe complexity of full V-blades.

Blade width typically ranges from 60-72 inches for UTVs, with some reaching 84+ inches. Wider blades clear more area per pass but stress UTVs more—they catch more resistance, add weight, and reduce maneuverability

Understanding UTV Snow Plow Angling Systems

How you control the blade angle affects convenience and efficiency. Manual angle adjustment uses pins or levers adjusted by hand—you stop, get out, pull pins, reposition the blade, and reinsert pins. It's the most affordable option (included in basic plow systems) and has no mechanical complexity to fail. The inconvenience is significant—constantly stopping to adjust the blade angle wastes time and is miserable in freezing weather. Manual systems work for small areas where angle changes are infrequent or budget-conscious residential users are willing to trade convenience for cost savings.

Hydraulic angling uses powered hydraulics (either tapping UTV power steering hydraulics or adding dedicated hydraulic systems) controlled from the driver's seat via switches or levers. Blade angle adjusts on-the-fly without stopping, dramatically improving efficiency for large areas requiring frequent angle changes.

Electric actuators (less common) use electric motors for angling. They offer a similar convenience to hydraulics but are powered electrically rather than hydraulically. They draw significant current (5-10+ amps when operating), stressing electrical systems on machines with marginal alternators. They work well on UTVs without hydraulic capability that can handle electrical loads.

UTV Snow Plow Mounting Systems and Quick-Connect

Quick-connect mounting plates bolt onto the UTV and can typically be detached in just a few minutes with the help of pins and latches. Permanent mounting makes sense for dedicated snow machines, but eliminates using UTVs for other purposes without removing mounting hardware entirely.

Push tube systems connect the blade to the mounting plate, transferring plowing forces to your UTV's frame. Quality systems use heavy-duty steel tubing with proper bracing, preventing bending during hard plowing. Cheap push tubes bend or break under load. Mounting plate strength matters tremendously. Plates must distribute plowing forces into the frame structure without damaging mounting points or frame rails. Quality systems include reinforcement plates and multiple mounting points, spreading loads properly.

Blade trip mechanisms (springs or pivots that allow blades to kick back when hitting immovable objects) prevent damage to plows and UTVs. Blades that don't trip transfer full impact forces into your machine's frame when you hit curbs, pavement edges, or hidden obstacles, potentially causing expensive frame damage. Float mechanisms let blades ride ground contours without excessive downforce, providing cleaner scraping without digging into gravel or tearing up grass.

3 Top Selling UTV Snow Plow Brands

KFI Products manufactures comprehensive snow plow systems designed specifically for UTV applications with model-specific mounting and proven reliability.
Denali produces quality plow systems combining durability with features like hydraulic angling at competitive pricing.
Kolpin Powersports offers innovative plow designs, including their popular Switchblade systems, providing versatility for varied conditions.

5 Top Selling UTV Snow Plow Products

Universal fitment provides flexibility with this 72" Standard Series Snow Plow System by Denali, working across multiple UTV models with quality construction.
Can-Am Commander owners get a model-specific fit with this Complete Snow Plow System by KFI Products, engineered for Commander applications.
Yamaha Wolverine X2/X4 clearing comes with this Straight Blade Snow Plow System by Moose, designed specifically for Wolverine platforms.
Versatile capability for CFMoto UForce/ZForce arrives with this Switchblade Snow Plow System by Kolpin Powersports, featuring a multi-position blade configuration.
This Complete Snow Plow Kit by KFI gives you some seriously heavy-duty clearing power.

UTV Snow Plow Frequently Asked Questions

How much snow can each blade size handle?

This also depends on your UTV and the type of snow. Smaller UTVs and plows can handle light and fluffy snow easily, while you may need a fifty-horsepower or stronger machine (and larger blades) to take on accumulation of over a foot.

Will plowing cause any damage to my surfaces?

Proper setup and technique minimize damage. Paved surfaces: use blade shoes/skids set for light contact—blade scrapes snow without gouging pavement. Gravel driveways: raise blade 1-2 inches above surface using skid shoes—you'll leave a thin snow layer but won't scatter gravel everywhere. Accept that some gravel redistribution is inevitable; rake it back in spring. Lawns: avoid plowing across grass entirely if possible—frozen ground protects somewhat, but blades still gouge ruts and damage turf.

Do I need to add weight to my UTV for effective snow plowing?

Almost certainly yes for traction and ballast. Front-mounted plows add significant weight (100-200+ pounds) to your front end, lightening the rear where drive wheels are (most UTVs are rear-wheel or AWD with rear bias). Ballast in bed (sandbags, weights, equipment) adds 200-400 pounds over the rear wheels, improving traction and balancing the machine.