Aluminium Transmission Bash Plate — Toyota Hilux / Fortuner (2015–2025)
Gearbox & Transmission Housing Protection
Installation Manual - Click here
Weight: 6 kg
When you're navigating the forest tracks around Mt Disappointment, where weekend warriors and seasoned tourers alike encounter fallen branches and exposed bedrock, your Toyota Hilux or Fortuner's transmission housing sits exposed beneath the cabin — a precision-machined component that costs thousands to replace. The RIVAL 4x4 Transmission Bash Plate delivers precision-engineered protection for your gearbox housing — a precision component that's both expensive to replace and vulnerable to rock strikes. At just 6 kg of deep-stamped 6mm aluminium, this is one of the lightest and most effective ways to protect one of your vehicle's most expensive components.
- ✓ High-Strength 6mm Aluminium Alloy Construction
- ✓ Precision Fit — Vehicle-Specific Design for Hilux / Fortuner (2015–2025)
- ✓ Complete Gearbox Protection
- ✓ Corrosion-Resistant Powder Coat Finish
- ✓ Ventilated Design for Airflow & Debris Drainage
- ✓ Bolt-On Installation — No Drilling Required
Key Features
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Material: 6mm Deep-Stamped High-Strength Aluminium Alloy (5251 grade)
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Thickness: 6mm
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Weight: 6 kg
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Finish: Textured Matte Black Polymer Powder Coat
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Mounting: Direct bolt-on to factory mounting points — no drilling or chassis modification required
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Fitment: Toyota Hilux / Toyota Fortuner (2015–2025)
Why Choose Aluminium Over Steel?
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Weight Savings: At just 6 kg, this aluminium plate barely registers on the scales — yet it provides comprehensive transmission protection that could save you thousands.
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Corrosion Resistance: Unlike steel, aluminium naturally forms a protective oxide layer. Combined with powder coating, your bash plate won't rust — even after years of water crossings, salt exposure, and outback dust.
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Energy Absorption: Aluminium's natural flex absorbs and distributes impact energy across the plate rather than jolting the gearbox housing and its precision internals.
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Modern Vehicle Design: The Hilux and Fortuner share their drivetrain. Aluminium protection fits both vehicles perfectly without affecting payload or passenger comfort.
What's Included
- ✓ 1x RIVAL Transmission Bash Plate for Hilux / Fortuner
- ✓ Complete Mounting Hardware & Fitting Kit
- ✓ High-Tensile Bolts & Fasteners
- ✓ Installation Instructions
Installation
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Difficulty: Easy — suitable for home mechanics with basic tools
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Requirements: Standard socket set, jack & stands or vehicle hoist
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Bolt-On Design: Mounts directly to factory mounting points with no drilling, cutting, or permanent modification. Fully reversible installation.
Built for Australian Conditions
The Hilux and Fortuner are two of Australia's most trusted vehicles — the Hilux for work and the Fortuner for family adventures that don't stop at the bitumen. They share the same tough drivetrain, and both face the same Australian terrain. From the rocky fire trails of the Blue Mountains to the corrugated highways of the Northern Territory, RIVAL protection keeps both vehicles moving.
Deep-stamped construction creates stiffening ribs for superior impact resistance. Powder coat resists UV, salt, and the red dust that defines Australian conditions.
Perfect For
- Long-distance outback touring — Cape York, Gibb River Road, Simpson Desert
- Coastal driving where salt air accelerates corrosion on exposed drivetrain components
- Tradies and fleet Hiluxes operating on construction sites, farms, and mining roads
- Family adventures in the Fortuner across fire trails and national parks
- Daily driving with peace of mind knowing your transmission is shielded from road hazards
Compatibility
Vehicle: Toyota Hilux / Toyota Fortuner (2015–2025)
Engine Options: 2.4L Turbo Diesel (2GD-FTV), 2.8L Turbo Diesel (1GD-FTV), 4.0L V6 Petrol
Variants: All cab configurations and trim levels. Verify fitment with your vehicle's build date and chassis number if unsure.
Why RIVAL 4x4?
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Australian-Based Operations & Support: Local team, local warranty, local knowledge. Phone and email support from people who actually drive these tracks.
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Globally Engineered. Locally Proven: Designed using advanced CAD/CAM and FEA stress analysis, then tested on Australia's toughest tracks to ensure real-world performance.
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High-Strength Aluminium Construction: Premium 5251-grade alloy, deep-stamped for maximum rigidity, finished with durable polymer powder coat.
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Fast Australia-Wide Dispatch: Stocked locally for rapid delivery to metro, regional, and remote addresses across Australia.
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National Dealer & Installation Network: Professional fitting available through RIVAL's network of authorised dealers and 4x4 workshops across every state and territory.
Six kilograms. That's all it takes to protect a component worth thousands. Shield your Hilux or Fortuner's transmission with RIVAL 4x4. Order now!
