If your Gladiator is lifted, we'd suggest the XL, here: https://traxionproducts.com/products/5-200-tailgate-ladder-xl
We've had no issues using the original on trucks with up to a 2.5" lift, here: https://traxionproducts.com/products/tailgate-ladder
I honestly prefer the XL in both cases, as...
We know a few things about SpecGate, so I've heard... ;)
Quite a few of the other forum members have installed their BaseGate + InteGate Plates and are finding tons of ways to simplify their adventures...
https://www.jeepgladiatorforum.com/forum/threads/specgate-tailgate-tiedowns.85339/
By our calipers, it sits ~3/8" proud of the tailgate. With the 60 degree radius around the perimeter, the ingress/egress isn't compromised in any meaningful way.
SpecGate is a modular tailgate platform for your Gladiator that allows for attaching, mounting, and pivoting a series of Gladiator-specific InteGate plates + accessories. No modifications are required to your Jeep, and the system can be installed in 10 minutes.
The BaseGate is the foundation...