KC HiLiTES 234 6" Daylighter Halogen Spread Beam Pair Pack System Black 100W

Vehicle Fitment

• Universal - no vehicle-specific fitment. Compatible with any vehicle, truck, SUV, or off-road application with an appropriate mounting location and 9V-32V electrical system. Consult a KC HiLiTES vehicle-specific bracket kit for application-specific mounting hardware.

Fitment Notes

• The KC HiLiTES 234 is a universal off-road light system. Mounting hardware is included for bracket mounting, but no application-specific mounting brackets for bumpers, windshield bars, or bull bars are included. Vehicle-specific mounting brackets are sold separately by KC HiLiTES and third-party bracket manufacturers for most popular trucks, SUVs, and Jeeps.
• Compatible with 9V-32V electrical systems - suitable for 12V and 24V vehicle electrical architectures.
• The included Deluxe Plug-N-Play wiring harness with 30-amp LED switch supports direct connection to most standard 12V vehicle electrical systems. No additional relay is required - the harness includes its own integrated relay.
• Street legal in all 50 US states (Emission Code 1).
• Available beam pattern variants: KC #234 (this part) = Spread Beam / Black housing. KC #238 = Spot Beam / Black housing. Chrome and stainless steel housing versions are also available in both beam patterns.

Features

• 100W H3 halogen bulbs per light deliver 2,452 raw lumens each - providing 1,717 lux at 10 meters in spread beam pattern with a 171,675 candela peak intensity and 829-meter beam distance, producing powerful peripheral and forward illumination for trail and off-road use
• Spread beam pattern is optimized for peripheral visibility and wide-angle illumination - widening the driver's field of view significantly compared to the narrow cone of a spot beam, and improving obstacle detection at closer range where spot beams are least effective
• Computer-designed parabolic reflectors precisely shape and direct the H3 bulb's output for maximum efficiency and clarity - maximizing the usable light output from each watt of power consumed
• Tempered glass lens provides exceptional scratch resistance, heat tolerance, and optical clarity compared to polycarbonate alternatives - maintaining light output quality without hazing or yellowing over time
• KC's time-tested Daylighter shock-mount system provides vibration dampening to protect the bulbs and electrical connections from trail vibration while keeping the lights accurately aimed - a critical feature on corrugated or rocky terrain where unsupported lights quickly walk out of alignment
• Race-proven black steel housing construction has been refined and tested over 40+ years of off-road racing and harsh-environment use - providing structural durability against rock strikes, brush, and trail impacts that would damage lighter aluminum or plastic housings
• Deluxe Plug-N-Play wiring harness with integrated 30-amp LED switch included - provides a complete, installation-ready electrical system with all necessary connectors, fuse protection, and relay circuitry for a straightforward dual-light installation
• Waterproof wiring connectors at the lights ensure reliable electrical connections under wet-weather, stream-crossing, and mud conditions
• Iconic KC Daylighter styling - the round 6" housing with smiley-face light covers is one of the most recognizable off-road lighting designs in the industry, with origins tracing back to the Baja 1000 race scene of the 1970s
• Street legal in all 50 US states - Emission Code 1 designation confirms compliance with US federal lighting regulations for on-road use when properly mounted

Specifications

• Part Number: 234
• Brand: KC HiLiTES
• UPC: 084709002343
• Product: 6" Daylighter Halogen 2-Light Pair Pack System
• Housing Color/Finish: Black Steel
• Beam Pattern: Spread
• Light Technology: Halogen
• Bulb Type: H3
• Wattage: 100W per light (200W total system)
• Amp Draw: 8.3A per light
• Voltage Range: 9V-32V
• Raw Lumens (per light): 2,452 lm
• Lux @ 10 Meters (Spread): 1,717 lx
• Candela (Spread): 171,675 cd
• Beam Distance (Spread): 829m
• Housing Shape: Round
• Housing Size: 6"
• Lens Type: Tempered Glass (Clear)
• Reflector: Computer-Designed Parabolic
• Mounting: Shock-Mount Bracket System (adjustable aim)
• Connector: Waterproof
• Product Dimensions (per light): W 6.22" x H 8.42" x D 5.38"
• Package Dimensions: W 6.75" x H 9.5" x D 12.0"
• Shipping Weight: 7.0 lbs
• Street Legal: Yes - Emission Code 1 (50-state legal)
• Country of Origin: Taiwan
• Warranty: 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty

Included Components

• 2x 6" Daylighter Halogen Lights (100W, Black Steel Housing, H3 Bulb, Spread Beam)
• 1x Deluxe Plug-N-Play Wiring Harness with Integrated 30-Amp LED Rocker Switch
• 2x Protective Smiley-Face Stone Light Covers
• Mounting Hardware

Product Description

The KC HiLiTES 234 is the classic 6" Daylighter Halogen 2-Light Pair Pack System in black steel with a spread beam pattern - the most recognized configuration of the light that defined the look of off-road racing and overlanding for over five decades. Each light delivers 100W of H3 halogen output through a computer-designed parabolic reflector and tempered glass lens for 1,717 lux at 10 meters, 171,675 candela peak intensity, and an 829-meter beam distance in the spread pattern. The kit includes two lights, a complete Deluxe Plug-N-Play wiring harness with 30-amp LED switch, and two protective smiley-face light covers. 50-state street legal. Universal fitment - vehicle-specific mounting brackets are sold separately.

The spread beam in the 234 is specifically configured for peripheral visibility and wide-angle illumination - the ideal pattern for trail driving, tight terrain, and lower-speed off-road use where seeing what's on either side of the vehicle is as important as forward range. For buyers prioritizing maximum forward distance at high speed, the spot beam variant (KC #238) provides 2,796 lx at 10m and a 1,058m beam distance. The 234's spread is also the better choice when paired with a spot-beam light, forming a complementary system where the spot handles long-range distance and the spread fills in the near and peripheral zones.

KC HiLiTES has been manufacturing the Daylighter since the early 1970s, and the black steel housing and shock-mount system have been refined through decades of Baja 1000 and off-road desert racing use. The steel housing provides resistance to rock strikes and brush impacts, the tempered glass lens resists the hazing and UV yellowing that affects polycarbonate lenses over time, and the shock-mount brackets dampen trail vibration to protect the H3 bulbs and maintain aim consistency on rough terrain. The included Plug-N-Play harness with integrated relay makes installation straightforward - connect the harness, mount the lights, and run the switch lead to the cab. Backed by KC HiLiTES' 1-year manufacturer warranty.