Golf carts are extremely popular these days for use off the golf course thanks to their versatility and endless customization options. But can a golf cart plow snow? Golf cart snow plows are one of the best ways to enhance your cart to get even more utility out of them, and we’ll cover everything you need to know in today’s guide.
Can A Golf Cart Plow Snow?
Yes, a golf cart can plow snow just fine. With a little planning and the proper equipment, you can easily convert your golf cart into a snow plow!
Once you’ve got everything set up you’ll be able to clear your driveway quickly and easily, and what’s great is that golf carts can fit into smaller places that large trucks can’t.
The 5 Best Golf Cart Snow Plows
Kuafu Universal 48” Snow Plow Blade Kit
The Kuafu Universal 48” Snow Plow Blade Kit comes with the blade, push tube, and universal mount kit, delivering everything you need in an affordable package.
The blade size is 48”Wx17”Hx20” and offers 5-position adjustment, making it able to fit most golf carts.
The pivot handle adjusts easily to allow you to make modifications while you’re plowing, which is very convenient.
Kuafu backs their products with a 30-day money back guarantee so if for some reason the plow doesn’t fit on your cart there’s no risk to you.
MotoAlliance Denali 50” Universal Snow Plow Kit
The MotoAlliance Denali 50” Universal Snow Plow Kit is an all-in-one kit that brings everything you need: the plow blade, wear bar, push tubes, adjustable skid feet, installation hardware, and clear instructions are all ready to go out of the box.
The 11 gauge steel plow blade will hold up for rugged use and it’s 50” size is great for most golf carts.
Arnold 46” Snow Blade Attachment Kit With Lift Arm
The Arnold 46” Snow Blade Attachment Kit stands out thanks to narrower 46” blade which helps it to fit a majority of golf carts out there, and the included lift arm totally removes the need to worry about custom-making a lift strap or adding an expensive winch.
It’s more lightweight than other blades we reviewed, which will be easier on your golf cart, and you can easily adjust the angle from straight to 25 degrees left or right for convenience.
Black Boar 48” Snow Plow Kit
The Black Boar 48” Snow Plow Kit is a little pricier, but you get a ton of value in this kit.
The 48” blade has adjustable angles of 0, 7.5, 22.5, and 30 degrees for tons of flexibility, and there’s an included 2mm reversible wear blade for plenty of life.
Black Boar specifically states that this kit is to be used in conjunction with a winch, so keep that in mind if you decide to go with this option.
Click N Go CNG 2 50” Snow Plow Kit
The CNG 2 by Click N Go is an extremely affordable and relatively lightweight 50” snow plow blade that features a double pivot point that increases your lift height by up to 75%, making this a great performer for deeper snowfalls.
The quick hitch system makes it easy for mounting the plow, and the included universal mount plate will fit most golf carts.
Although this mount is not golf cart specific, it should work with most models and it’s affordability factor means it certainly deserves a shot.
Is A Golf Cart Snow Plow Worth It?
Consider the following points before adding a snow plow to your golf cart to make sure you’ll get the most out of your investment:
How Often Will You Need To Plow Snow With Your Golf Cart?
If you live in an area that gets plenty of snow each year or if you have a large driveway then you will save time and/or money by adding a snow plow to your cart when compared to shoveling it by hand or paying someone to plow it.
If you live somewhere where it may only snow 1”-2” per year, you may want to skip putting a plow on your cart.
Initial Investment & Your Budget
Getting a golf cart snow plow can run over $500 by the time everything is said and done, so consider your investment and weigh it against the costs of having someone else plow your surfaces to see if it makes sense for you in the long run.
Making Money & Helping Others With Your Snow Plow
Snow plows can get into smaller spaces and narrower paths than trucks can, and you may find that there’s an opportunity to make some extra money by plowing your neighbor’s driveways (or you can just help them out for free and earn some goodwill!).
This can be an easy way to see a return on your investment.
Golf Cart Snow Plow Buyer’s Guide
There are a few things you must consider before installing a snow plow on your golf cart, which we’ll review step-by-step below.
Adding Snow Plows To Gas Vs Electric Golf Carts
Gas golf carts are going to deliver more power than electric golf carts, which will allow you to move greater amounts of snow.
Additionally, if you run out of fuel it’s relatively simple to just fill up your gas tank and keep on going.
You can absolutely use an electric golf cart to plow snow, but you need to keep the battery life in mind, as plowing snow will run down the golf cart battery quicker than regular use.
If you have a spare charged battery at the ready, then you’ll be in great shape.
Check out our guide on how long do golf cart batteries last for a deeper dive.
Having The Right Tires
There are many different options for golf cart tires, and most stock golf cart tires will not offer much traction in snow.
Consider replacing all four (or at least the back two) tires to get some extra grip during slick and icy weather.
If you decide to get wheels larger than what your golf cart will accept as configured, consider golf cart wheel spacers to allow a larger wheel to fit.
Golf Cart Snow Plow Size
Don’t expect to throw a truck-sized snow plow on your golf cart!
Golf cart snow plows usually run between 48”-50” and are more lightweight than your standard plow blade, which will be easier for your golf cart to push.
The weight and size is especially important for electric carts, so minimize both when possible.
Using ATV Plows On Golf Carts
There are tons of options for snow plow blades made for ATVs, as they typically have more power and more robust wheels than golf carts do.
There are options you can use to mount an ATV snow plow onto your golf cart, but it’ll require a little creativity, extra hardware, and problem solving to get it on there.
Either way you go, that’s better than paying several times more for a custom-built plow that’s specifically made for your golf cart year and model.
Winches And Height Management
Most snow plows are sold as the blade only and may include some mounting hardware, but that’s it.
You’re going to need a way to adjust the height of your snow plow up and down to clear different levels of snow, different grades of ground, and to make sure you’re not constantly dragging your plow as you drive.
Most golf cart owners who add a snow plow end up creating their own system with a strap they manually adjust, as the effort and cost of installing a motorized winch system typically isn’t worth it.
Battery Care
Nothing’s worse than getting bundled up, heading out to your garage and looking forward to using your cart as a snow plow only to find that your battery is damaged or cracked from freezing.
Make sure to charge or occasionally use your golf cart in cold weather to keep the battery from freezing, and store it somewhere where it will not freeze when not in use for long periods.
You don’t want to leave your golf cart battery sitting out in the cold or in an uninsulated garage where it can be rendered useless by freezing temperatures.
How To Install A Golf Cart Snow Plow
Most snow plow kits for golf carts will have instructions so you can mount them, which you should always follow.
Ultimately, installing a snow plow on a golf cart usually involves the following steps:
- Removing the bolts and housing(s) so you can access the front of the frame
- Bolt the blade mounting bracket to the frame using the included hardware
- Mount the snow plow blade to the mounting bracket
- Tighten the bolts that hold the plow to the mounting bracket
Check out this video to see how simple installing a snow plow on a golf cart can be (just disregard the portion about the winch if that doesn’t apply to you):
Wrapping Up Our Guide To Snow Plows For Golf Carts
We hope you’ve found what you’re looking for related to golf cart snow plows in this guide.
Which option did you choose, and how did the installation go? Leave some tips and tricks for your fellow golf cart enthusiasts in the comments below.
While you’re here, check out our other useful guides on customizing your golf cart:
