Truck Lighting Bars: A Practical Guide to Safer, Brighter Work Trucks

American Tarping is a family-owned distributor of truck tarp systems, motors, tarps, replacement parts, and professional-grade truck lighting bars. We stock proven brands that fleets trust, with most of our lighting lineup coming from Buyers Products, a U.S. manufacturer that’s been building dependable truck equipment since 1946. If you need reliable visibility for plow trucks, roll-offs, utility fleets, pickups or trailers, our curated selection of Truck Lighting Bars gets you seen, stays compliant, and installs quickly, without blowing your budget.

Why lighting quality matters (and how to choose the right bar)

Poor visibility is a major cause of roadside incidents. The right LED bar reduces risk, speeds jobsite communication, and keeps your crew—and the public—safer. When evaluating truck lighting bars, focus on:

• Compliance: SAE J845 Class 1 is the gold standard many municipalities and DOTs require for warning lights.

• Ingress protection: Look for IP67 or better for dust and water resistance.

• Control options: Wireless remotes or built-in switches speed deployment and reduce cab wiring hassles.

• Mounting: Drill-free mounts protect resale value and make change-outs fast.

• Warranty & support: Long warranties and readily available parts reduce lifetime cost.
  

American Tarping vets every product we carry against those criteria—so you can shop with confidence and get back to work.

Featured Buyers Products lighting bars (in stock at American Tarping)

48" LED Light Bar with Wireless Remote (SAE Class 1)

Models: 8893048 (Amber), 8893148 (Amber/Clear)

If you want maximum visibility with minimal installation effort, this is the sweet spot. A wireless, in-cab remote lets operators toggle through 13 warning patterns and the backlit screen shows exactly which pattern is active. The bar’s aluminum housing and IP67 rating are built for plow season, wash bays, and jobsite dust.

Specs at a glance

• Overall width: 48 in; height: 2.75 in; depth: 8.63 in

• Voltage: 12 VDC

• Lead length: 25 ft (≈300") for flexible routing

• Mount: Surface mount with included feet and stainless straps

• SAE J845 Class 1 certified

• Housing: Aluminum; Hard-wired for a clean, permanent install
  

Best for: Municipal fleets, heavy equipment escorts, roll-off and dump bodies that need top-tier conspicuity with quick pattern control.

15" Octagonal LED Mini Light Bar (Magnetic or Permanent)

Models: 8891060 (Amber), 8891062 (Amber/Clear), 8891068 (Amber/Blue)

Need a compact beacon that still meets the highest warning standard? This mini bar packs 56 LEDs, delivers 10 selectable flash patterns, and includes a 15 ft accessory-plug power cord with on/off and pattern buttons built right into the plug. Heavy-duty magnets provide quick temporary installs; studs are included if you prefer a permanent mount.

Specs at a glance

• Width: 15.25 in; height: 3.0 in

• Voltage: 12–24 VDC; 38 W, about 3.2 A at 12 V

• IP67 sealed; lens is impact-resistant polycarbonate

• Mounts via magnetic feet or surface studs

• SAE J845 Class 1 rating (Amber)

• 5-year warranty
  

Best for: Snow plow trucks, service bodies, and pickups that need a fast, no-drill warning light with professional performance.

Drill-Free Light Bar Cab Mount for Chevy/GMC (2020+)

Model: 8895120

Mounting lights shouldn’t mean drilling your roof. This lightweight aluminum platform (approx. 22" × 10") slides into the factory third brake light location on 2020+ Chevy/GMC 1500–3500 trucks. It supports up to 30 lb of accessories, light bars, beacons, work lights, strobes, even antennas, while keeping the cab watertight and free of extra holes.

Specs at a glance

• Application: Chevy/GMC 1500–3500 (2020+)

• Weight capacity: 30 lb

• Material/finish: Aluminum, black

• Mounting: No-drill, uses OEM third brake light position
  

Best for: Fleet managers who want clean installs, quick swaps, and preserved resale value on newer pickups.

Fitment tips from our tech desk

Getting the right part the first time saves money and downtime. When you call or email us, have these details handy:

1. Vehicle make, model, and year (plus body style—pickup, dump, roll-off, etc.).

2. Mounting plan (rooftop, headache rack, cab mount, grill, rear crossmember).

3. Power source and voltage (12 VDC is most common; some heavy equipment uses 24 VDC).

4. Compliance requirements (local or contract-specific; many specify SAE J845 Class 1).

5. Environment (plowing, coastal salt, pressure washing) to confirm IP67 or better.
   

Not seeing a specific SKU online? We carry the full Buyers Products line. Call (786) 708-6662 or email sales@americantarping.com and we’ll quote it fast, often with better pricing than you’ll find elsewhere.

How American Tarping Serves You

We’re more than a shopping cart. Our team supports spec selection, cross-references hard-to-find part numbers, and ships quickly to minimize downtime. Most importantly, our values are simple:

• People-first: Friendly, knowledgeable help before and after the sale.

• Fair pricing: We’re a distributor, not a manufacturer. Lower overhead = better value.

• Quality inventory: Brands with strong warranties and proven field results.

• Fast fulfillment: Many items ship the same or next business day.

When crews are working and traffic is moving, visibility isn’t optional, it’s mission-critical. The right Truck Lighting Bars make your team safer, your signals clearer, and your jobs more efficient. American Tarping is here with expert guidance, dependable stock from Buyers Products, and quick shipping to keep your operation shining, day or night.

Ready to upgrade? Explore our inventory of Truck Lighting Bars today at American Tarping.