Baja Designs XL-R Pro LED Auxiliary Light Pod

 

Baja Designs XL-R Pro LED Auxiliary Light Pod combines Pro-level performance with a round outer bezel for customers who want meaningful distance, useful width, and traditional auxiliary-light styling. It sits in a practical middle ground between the value-focused Sport model and the higher-output XL-R 80, making it well suited to overland travel, remote trails, nighttime work, and recreational off-road builds. The round face integrates neatly with compatible bumper openings while the XL housing provides room for controlled high-speed optics.

Four Cree XP-L LEDs produce 4,095 raw lumens at 40 watts, and High-Speed Spot reflectors shape the light into a longer, wider pattern. This optical design helps customers see route direction, surface changes, obstacles, and trail edges with less wasted spill than an unfocused lamp. The output is strong enough to serve as a primary auxiliary light while remaining easier to power and manage than the 80-watt version.

The housing measures approximately 5.24 inches high by 5.24 inches wide and 3.65 inches deep, providing a substantial round appearance without excessive rearward depth. It works on performance bumpers, roof systems, A-pillars, cages, and custom brackets where controlled forward illumination is needed. Stainless steel mounting hardware supports secure positioning and careful aim, while the compact depth helps preserve clearance around grilles, body panels, racks, and nearby equipment.

Spot, Driving/Combo, and Wide Cornering patterns let customers build the beam around terrain and speed. Spot emphasizes distance across open routes, Driving/Combo blends forward reach with usable width, and Wide Cornering adds peripheral and near-field coverage for turns and technical sections. Clear and Baja Amber lenses further adapt the light for crisp general visibility or warmer contrast when airborne dust, fog, rain, or road spray makes white light more reflective.

The XL-R Pro includes a 20 percent dimming feature when used with compatible mode-switch wiring, allowing customers to stage the light within a larger system. Hard-anodized and powder-coated cast aluminum protects the electronics, while a hardcoated polycarbonate lens resists debris and repeated outdoor exposure. MoistureBlock sealing, built-in overvoltage protection, CopperDrive management, IP69K water resistance, IK10 impact compliance, and testing beyond MIL-STD810G support demanding use.

The pod can be used by itself, installed as a balanced pair, or combined with dedicated fog, cornering, and long-range lights. Choosing the right optical pattern and setting the aim on level ground helps create a smooth transition from nearby terrain to the distance ahead. Whether customers are upgrading for overlanding, remote trail travel, nighttime work, or a premium round-pod system, the Baja Designs XL-R Pro LED Auxiliary Light Pod delivers balanced output, adaptable optics, and durable construction. Now Available at LEER!

 

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Features & Specifications

Product Type: Round LED auxiliary light pod

Brand: Baja Designs

Series: XL-R Pro

Light Output: 4,095 raw lumens per light

Power Draw: 40 watts and approximately 2.9 amps per light

LED Quantity: Four Cree XP-L LEDs

Beam Patterns: Spot, Driving/Combo, and Wide Cornering

Lens Colors: Clear and Baja Amber

Lighting Modes: High output with 20 percent dimming capability

Dimensions: 5.24 inches high, 5.24 inches wide, and 3.65 inches deep

Housing: Hard-anodized and powder-coated cast aluminum

Lens: Hardcoated polycarbonate

Rated Life: 49,930 hours

Environmental Ratings: IP69K water resistance and IK10 impact compliance

Wiring Harness: Not included

Functionality:

• Extends forward visibility for trails, overland routes, and remote nighttime travel.
• Balances useful distance and width in a round-bezel XL housing.
• Supports bumper, roof, pillar, cage, and custom auxiliary mounting locations.
• Offers beam and lens choices for open terrain, technical trails, dust, fog, and clear conditions.
• Provides a 20 percent dimming function with compatible control hardware.
• Works as a primary auxiliary light or as one layer in a coordinated system.
• Resists water, impact, vibration, dust, and repeated environmental exposure.
• Uses serviceable lenses and optics to simplify long-term maintenance.

 

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Available Options

The Baja Designs XL-R Pro LED Auxiliary Light Pod is offered in several beam and lens configurations:

• Driving/Combo Beam - balances distance and width for mixed terrain, overland routes, and general trail use.
• Spot Beam - concentrates illumination farther ahead for open terrain and longer sightlines.
• Wide Cornering Beam - adds peripheral and near-field visibility for turns, trail edges, and technical driving.
• Clear Lens - delivers crisp white output for general nighttime visibility.
• Baja Amber Lens - adds warmer light that can improve contrast in dust, fog, rain, and other reduced-visibility conditions.

Choose Driving/Combo for balanced travel, Spot when distance is the main priority, or Wide Cornering for stronger side coverage; select Clear or Baja Amber to match expected conditions.

 

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Why Choose

This product is ideal for customers who want balanced Pro-level XL performance with a traditional round bezel and versatile optical choices.

• The optical system provides a useful combination of forward reach and beam width.
• Three beam patterns help customers match coverage to speed, terrain, and mounting location.
• Clear and Baja Amber lenses support changing atmospheric and trail conditions.
• The round outer bezel integrates naturally with compatible aftermarket bumper openings.
• The 20 percent dimming function adds flexibility within a layered lighting system.
• Rugged cast-aluminum construction supports demanding trail and work environments.
• Serviceable optics help preserve long-term usability and value.
• Forty-watt power demand offers strong output without the electrical load of the XL-R 80.

 

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What's Included

• One Baja Designs XL-R Pro LED auxiliary light pod
• XL mounting bracket
• Stainless steel mounting hardware

Note: Confirm included components before installation.

 

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Installation Notes

• A wiring harness is not included; use a compatible on/off harness or a mode-switch harness when dimming control is desired.
• Verify mounting clearance, cable routing, switch capacity, fuse protection, and final beam aim before operation.
• Mount the pod to a rigid surface and recheck fasteners after the first rough-road or trail session.
• The 20 percent dimming function requires compatible control hardware and correct wiring.

Buyer is responsible for use in accordance with applicable vehicle, road, off-road, towing, racing, and local laws.

 

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Warranty Information

Baja Designs lighting is backed by a limited lifetime warranty covering qualifying defects in design and manufacturing. Warranty service may involve repair, replacement, or another remedy allowed under the terms in effect at the time of the claim, and proof of purchase may be required.

Coverage generally excludes installation errors, normal wear, misuse, abuse, neglect, collisions, unauthorized modifications, incorrect wiring, tampering, and damage caused by combinations or alterations not completed by Baja Designs. Customers should retain purchase records, follow the supplied installation guidance, and return the light intact when warranty evaluation is required.