When you live in an area that gets a lot of snowfall in the wintertime, considering a snowplow for your truck or SUV may be a great way to keep the driveway clear and the snow under control. There are some things that you need to consider as you look for a snowplow for your vehicle, but it is not complicated to choose the right system. 

Mounting Type

The mounting systems for vehicle-mounted plows have changed over time, but you will need to decide what you want to use. Heavy-duty mounts that permanently mount on the truck frame can be more challenging to work with and add stress to the frame, so the springs are typically only used on commercial plow vehicles.

Quick mounts are becoming more popular because you can drive up to the plow and mount then quickly attach the plow. When disconnected, these systems take the plow's weight and the mount off the front of the vehicle when the plow is not in use, saving some wear and tear on your vehicle. 

Plow Size

Choosing the right size snowplow for your vehicle is essential, and depending on the size of the snowplow, there are some additional features you may want to add as well. Snowplow size depends on the size of the vehicle you are going to put it on, the size of the engine in the vehicle, and the area you need to clear.

For smaller trucks and SUVs, a six-foot plow is often a good start, but some midsize trucks may have a suspension that can support a seven to seven and a half foot plow. The best way to determine the right size plow is to talk with the dealer or manufacturer. The dealer can tell you which snowplow system is right for your truck model and if there are optional sizes based on your truck's engine size.

Professional Installation

When you purchase a new snowplow system for your truck, having the dealer install the system for you will ensure that all the connections to the truck are made correctly and will last over time. The system will have several electricals connections and a set of mounting plates that are installed on the frame that will support the plow and spread the stress of pushing the snow along the entire frame of the truck.

The snowplow installer can set the system up on your truck and locate the plow controls inside the truck so that you can easily reach them and control the angle and height of the plow as you are pushing the snow out of the driveway. If you need a new snowplow, such as an UltraMount snowplow, contact a supplier near you.