LR042729 - Land Rover Glass assembly- load/tail door

Land Rover Defender Heated Tailgate Glass – LR042729 (2002–2016, With High‑Mounted Stop Lamp)

LR042729 is the heated rear door glass assembly fitted to Land Rover Defender models from the 2002 model year through to the end of L316 production. It is used on vehicles equipped with the later‑style tailgate incorporating a centre high‑mounted stop lamp (CHMSL) and heated rear window element. The panel mounts directly into the taildoor aperture using the factory rubber seal format introduced from VIN 2A622424 onwards.

Constructed as a single, robust glass unit, LR042729 includes the integrated heating grid to assist with rapid demisting in cold or wet conditions, along with the upper mounting cut‑out and recess designed to accommodate the Defender’s high‑level brake lamp. Genuine Land Rover versions follow the precise curvature, tint, and connector locations required for correct alignment with the taildoor frame, wiper arc and factory wiring harness.

This tailgate glass supersedes earlier assemblies CQB000270 and LR031224, offering the later‑generation design used across TD5 and Puma (TDCi) Defenders from 2002–2016. Its dimensions and heating‑element layout are matched to the revised door structure introduced during this production period, ensuring proper sealing, defrost coverage and compatibility with both 90 and 110 wheelbase models.

Designed to maintain visibility and weather protection at the rear of the vehicle, the glass forms a structural part of the taildoor assembly. A correctly‑fitted panel helps preserve the rigidity of the rear door, prevents water ingress and ensures the wiper operates smoothly across the intended sweep pattern. LR042729 is commonly replaced during restorations, after impact damage, or when older heated panes have suffered from broken grids or delamination.

For owners looking to retain the Defender’s factory‑correct appearance and rear‑door performance, LR042729 provides the precise glazing specification, electrical interface and design profile matched to the original Land Rover build.