Pro-Mount Snow Plow Installation on a Can-Am Defender

Let's install a BRP 72 inch metal snow plow on a 2019 Can-Am Defender HD8. With 1500 lb weight, four Wheel Drive and rear Diff Lock, the Can-Am Defender is a great plowing platform. As we have found with other BRP accessories, they are designed to bolt-on with little problem. There are a few minor gotchas to watch out for but I'll show you where to be careful.
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For detailed installation instructions check out:
instructions.brp.com
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Chapters
0:00 Introduction
0:36 Parts Overview
2:26 Mounting Plate
6:20 Plow Frame
8:55 Blade Installation
12:05 Where to Get Help
13:18 Testing the Plow
14:44 Conclusion

[@DougsMessyGarage]

What other accessories would you guys like to see installed on this Defender? Leave me a comment below and maybe we can give it a try.

[@johndeeremaster]

A heater

[@DougsMessyGarage]

@@johndeeremaster A very seasonable request but unfortunately, the Defender already has a heater. It is amazing to plow snow with the toasty warm cab to sit in.
Thanks for checking out my video.

[@bobmacdonald2716]

You did a beautiful job installing this plow. It’s a great snowplow

[@DougsMessyGarage]

Thanks 👍

[@Takman74]

Another great BRP install video!! Well done

[@DougsMessyGarage]

Thanks! 👍

[@jancrielaard4318]

Nice drone footage

[@DougsMessyGarage]

Thanks 👍

[@jo-annmacdonald7260]

Impressive how the mount bolts right up with no drilling needed.

[@kenbig1]

Great video that explains the assembly in a manner the written instructions don't come close to. As per usual manufacturers are saving a few pieces of paper by mixing in every possibility in one document. I'm sure it helps them the customer not so much.

[@DougsMessyGarage]

I agree, manufacturer instructions are often a bit vague and confusing. Although, BRP instructions do tend to be better than many others. Additionally, I find the BRP accessories to be well thought out, almost like the machines and accessories are designed at the same time. I have a similar video of installing a plow on my RZR and it is no where near as smooth of an undertaking.
Thanks a lot for watching.

[@thomasdennis4834]

What is the part number for the mount you used? I cannot find it.

[@DougsMessyGarage]

Hey Thomas, I am away from the shop this week so I can't dig up the part number but I will see what I used when I get back.

[@sarenburg130]

Looking at the specs of the 2019 hd8 it looks to have about 50 HP and 50 LB of torque. How do you find it handles the 72" blade. Do you find it to big at all. I ask as I'm getting the new HD7 and the engine specs are about the same. I'm trying to decide what size plow 66" or 72' thanks

[@DougsMessyGarage]

We have had no shortage of power or traction but plow in low gear and with the diff locked. We also have not tried to deal with two feet of heavy wet snow either but video showed the machine pushing about 8 inches of undisturbed snow on the ice and there were no problems.
Hope this helps.

[@brians1524]

Thanks for the info. Just ordered 2022 Defender XT HD 10 with a 72” steel pro plow. Won’t have it for a few months bur Should have any issues with the HD 10 then. Great video seemed like a pretty simple install.

[@DougsMessyGarage]

@@brians1524 BRP has really thought out the plow setup for the defender.

[@joemommone3619]

Your purchase was from can am dealer? What was the cost. Great video thanks for sharing.

[@DougsMessyGarage]

The plow was purchased from my local Can-Am dealer. This is my Father's Defender and he believes it cost him around $1500 for the frame, blade and mounting plate. (Canadian Dollars)

[@DDrenegade6632]

Is this a 72” or 66” Brp plow?

[@DougsMessyGarage]

72"