Description
Aluminium Bash Plate Set — Engine, Radiator, Transmission, Transfer Case & Fuel Tank | GWM Tank 300/500 (2021–Present) 4WD
Protects: Engine, Radiator, Transmission, Transfer Case & Fuel Tank
Combined Weight: 34.7 kg
The GWM Tank 300 and Tank 500 have rapidly established themselves as serious off-road contenders in Australia, offering genuine 4WD capability at a competitive price point. This RIVAL 4x4 five-plate aluminium set provides the comprehensive underbody protection these vehicles need to fulfil their potential on Australia's toughest tracks. Covering the engine, radiator, transmission, transfer case and fuel tank, it's the full drivetrain-plus-fuel package that makes the difference between a worry-free adventure and a costly breakdown in the bush. Purpose-engineered for the Tank platform's petrol variants at 34.7 kg combined, it's serious armour for a serious off-roader.
- ✓ Complete Underbody Protection — Engine, Radiator, Transmission, Transfer Case & Fuel Tank
- ✓ High-Strength 6mm Aluminium Alloy Construction
- ✓ Precision Fit for GWM Tank 300/500 (2021–Present)
- ✓ Corrosion-Resistant Powder Coat Finish
- ✓ Ventilated Design for Optimal Airflow
- ✓ Bolt-On Installation — No Drilling Required
- ✓ Cost-Effective Bundle — Save vs Buying Individually
What's Protected
- Engine Bash Plate — The Tank's turbocharged petrol engine delivers serious power, but its oil sump sits exposed beneath the engine bay. A rock strike that cracks the sump means total oil loss and potential engine destruction. This plate provides full-coverage engine protection, absorbing and deflecting the underbody impacts that come with off-road driving.
- Radiator Bash Plate — Keeping the engine cool is the radiator's job, but it can't do that with a hole in it. Mounted low and forward, the radiator is a prime target for stones, sticks and debris on every unsealed road. This plate shields the entire radiator area, ensuring your cooling system stays intact no matter the terrain.
- Transmission Bash Plate — The Tank's automatic transmission is a complex and expensive component. Sitting behind the engine, it's exposed to underbody hazards that can crack the housing, damage fluid lines or disrupt shift operation. This plate provides continuous coverage behind the engine plate, keeping the gearbox safe.
- Transfer Case Bash Plate — The transfer case is the backbone of the Tank's 4WD system, controlling low range engagement and torque distribution. Without it, you lose four-wheel drive capability entirely. This plate shields the transfer case housing and seals from rocks and ruts that could leave you stranded in two-wheel drive.
- Fuel Tank Bash Plate — When you're exploring remote Australian tracks, your fuel supply is everything. A punctured fuel tank doesn't just end your trip — it creates a fire hazard and leaves you stranded potentially hundreds of kilometres from help. This plate provides the critical barrier between the road surface and your fuel reserves.
Key Features
- Material: 6mm high-strength aluminium alloy
- Thickness: 6mm
- Combined Weight: 34.7 kg
- Finish: Textured matte black powder coat
- Mounting: Bolt-on to factory mounting points — no drilling or permanent modification
- Number of Plates: 5 (Engine + Radiator + Transmission + Transfer Case + Fuel Tank)
- Fitment: GWM Tank 300 (2021–Present), GWM Tank 500 (2021–Present) — Petrol 4WD variants only
Why Choose Aluminium Over Steel?
- Weight Savings: Five plates at 34.7 kg in aluminium saves significant weight compared to a steel equivalent, preserving the Tank's payload capacity and fuel economy on long touring trips.
- Corrosion Resistance: Aluminium is inherently rust-proof. Five plates exposed to mud, water, salt and dust will maintain full structural integrity for the life of the vehicle.
- Energy Management: Aluminium's flex characteristics absorb and redistribute impact energy, protecting the components behind each plate from the damaging jolts of rock strikes and rut impacts.
- Modern Vehicle, Modern Protection: The Tank 300/500 is a new-generation 4WD. RIVAL 4x4's 6mm aluminium plates provide contemporary protection that complements the vehicle's modern engineering.
What's Included
- ✓ 1 x Aluminium Engine Bash Plate
- ✓ 1 x Aluminium Radiator Bash Plate
- ✓ 1 x Aluminium Transmission Bash Plate
- ✓ 1 x Aluminium Transfer Case Bash Plate
- ✓ 1 x Aluminium Fuel Tank Bash Plate
- ✓ Complete Mounting Hardware & Bolts
- ✓ Step-by-Step Installation Instructions
Installation
- Difficulty: Moderate — straightforward for experienced home mechanics or professional installers
- Requirements: Standard socket set, jack and jack stands (or vehicle hoist recommended for five plates)
- Bolt-On Design: All five plates mount to factory points — no drilling, cutting or welding required
- Recommendation: Install the complete set in one session for optimal plate-to-plate alignment across the full underbody
Built for Australian Conditions
Tank 300 and Tank 500 owners are discovering what makes Australian off-roading so rewarding — and so demanding. The sharp quartz rocks of outback creek beds, the corrugated gibber highways of inland Australia, the tidal mangrove tracks of tropical Queensland, and the salt-laden coastal winds that attack exposed metal — the Tank's underbody faces all of these hazards. RIVAL 4x4's five-plate aluminium set is engineered specifically for this environment, delivering corrosion-proof, impact-resistant protection that handles everything Australia throws at it.
Perfect For
- Outback Touring: Extended trips through remote terrain where fuel tank protection is essential
- Coastal Driving: Beach access, coastal tracks and salt-spray environments
- Weekend Adventures: National parks, state forests and 4WD club runs
- Off-Road Exploration: Creek crossings, rocky trails, steep descents and technical terrain
- New Vehicle Protection: Comprehensive day-one armour for your Tank investment
Compatibility
- GWM Tank 300 (2021–Present) — Petrol 4WD variants
- GWM Tank 500 (2021–Present) — Petrol 4WD variants
- Engine: 2.0L Turbocharged Petrol
- Note: Petrol models only
Why RIVAL 4x4?
- Australian-Based Operations & Support: Local team providing expert support and warranty for Australian Tank owners
- Globally Engineered. Locally Proven: Precision-designed for the Tank platform and validated on Australian terrain
- High-Strength Aluminium Construction: 6mm alloy plates delivering serious protection at manageable weight
- Fast Australia-Wide Dispatch: Prompt shipping from Australian warehouses
- National Dealer & Installation Network: Professional fitting through authorised RIVAL 4x4 dealers and installers
Five plates, five critical areas, complete underbody armour for your Tank — go further with confidence. Order now!
