Description
GWM Tank 300 (2021–Present) — Aluminium Bash Plate Set — Engine, Radiator, Transmission & Transfer Case
Extended Underbody Protection: Engine, Radiator, Transmission & Transfer Case — 4WD Petrol Only
Combined Weight: 25.3 kg
For Tank 300 owners who venture beyond the weekend bush track and into genuinely remote Australian terrain, protecting the front drivetrain alone isn't enough. The transfer case — the component that makes your 4WD system work — sits exposed and vulnerable in the middle of the vehicle, just waiting for a well-placed rock to ruin your trip. This RIVAL 4x4 Set of 4 Aluminium Bash Plates extends your protection from the radiator at the front all the way back through the engine, transmission, and transfer case, delivering the kind of coverage that turns a capable weekend tourer into a genuine expedition machine. Heavy-duty 6mm aluminium keeps the total weight to just 25.3 kg.
✓ Complete Underbody Protection
- ✓ 4-Plate Drivetrain Protection System
- ✓ High-Strength 6mm Aluminium Alloy
- ✓ Precision Fit for GWM Tank 300
- ✓ Corrosion-Resistant Powder Coat Finish
- ✓ Ventilated Design for Optimal Airflow
- ✓ Bolt-On Installation — No Drilling Required
- ✓ Cost-Effective Bundle — Save vs Individual Plates
What's Protected
- Engine Bash Plate — The engine oil pan is the most common casualty on rocky trails. A cracked sump leads to rapid oil loss and potential engine seizure — the most expensive breakdown you can have in the bush. This plate shields the entire engine underside from rock strikes, stumps, and trail debris.
- Radiator Bash Plate — Positioned at the vehicle's front, the radiator cops impacts from flying rocks, sticks, and debris kicked up by the tyres. A single puncture to a radiator fin means overheating and a dead vehicle. This plate keeps your cooling system safe.
- Transmission Bash Plate — The automatic gearbox sits behind the engine with a thin aluminium casing that's not designed to absorb trail impacts. Damage to the transmission housing means fluid loss and total loss of drive. This plate provides dedicated protection for the gearbox assembly.
- Transfer Case Bash Plate — The transfer case is the heart of the 4WD system, distributing power between front and rear axles. Mounted centrally and low, it's directly in the firing line of rocks that pass under the front of the vehicle. A damaged transfer case means no four-wheel drive — potentially stranding you in terrain that requires it.
Key Features
- Material: Heavy-duty 6mm aluminium alloy
- Thickness: 6mm
- Combined Weight: 25.3 kg
- Finish: Corrosion-resistant powder coat
- Mounting: Direct bolt-on to factory mounting points
- Number of Plates: 4 (Engine + Radiator + Transmission + Transfer Case)
- Fitment: GWM Tank 300 2.0L AT 4WD (2021–Present), Petrol only
Why Choose Aluminium Over Steel?
- Weight Savings: Four plates at 25.3 kg total — a steel equivalent would weigh nearly double, significantly eating into your GVM allowance for gear and passengers.
- Corrosion Resistance: Aluminium's natural oxide layer provides inherent rust protection, critical for water crossings, coastal driving, and the humid conditions of northern Australia.
- Energy Absorption: Aluminium's controlled flex distributes impact energy across the plate, reducing stress on mounting points and the vehicle's frame.
- Modern Engineering: 6mm deep-stamped aluminium delivers comparable protection to thicker steel at significantly less mass.
What's Included
- ✓ 1x Engine Bash Plate
- ✓ 1x Radiator Bash Plate
- ✓ 1x Transmission Bash Plate
- ✓ 1x Transfer Case Bash Plate
- ✓ Complete Mounting Hardware & Fitting Kit
- ✓ All Necessary Bolts & Fasteners
- ✓ Installation Instructions
Installation
- Difficulty: Easy to Moderate — suitable for home mechanics
- Requirements: Basic hand tools, vehicle ramps or jack stands
- Bolt-On Design: All four plates utilise factory mounting points — no drilling or permanent modifications
- Recommendation: Install all four in one session for best efficiency — allow approximately 2 hours
Built for Australian Conditions
As the Tank 300 grows in popularity across Australia, owners are discovering what seasoned 4WD enthusiasts have always known — the outback doesn't care what you drive if your underbody isn't protected. From the sharp granite of New England's high country to the submerged logs of Cape York's creek crossings, from corrugated roads in the Red Centre to the tidal rock platforms of the Kimberley coast, RIVAL 4x4 bash plates take the punishment so your vehicle doesn't. Powder coat finish handles years of dust, mud, salt, and humidity.
Perfect For
- Extended Touring: Four-plate coverage for multi-day trips through remote regions
- Coastal & Tropical Driving: Corrosion-proof aluminium for salt spray and humidity
- Work & Property Use: Protection for Tanks working on farms, properties, and rural roads
- Off-Road Adventures: Rock shelves, creek beds, and technical trails with full drivetrain coverage
- Daily Commute: Protection from road hazards, debris, and poorly maintained roads
Compatibility
Precision-engineered for:
- GWM Tank 300 (2021–Present) — 2.0L Turbo Petrol, AT, 4WD
- Petrol models only
Also compatible with Tank 500 3.0L AT 4WD — verify via product listing.
Why RIVAL 4x4?
- Australian-Based Operations & Support: Real people, real expertise, real Australian support
- Globally Engineered. Locally Proven: Precision design tested on Australian terrain
- High-Strength Aluminium Construction: 6mm alloy — the ideal balance of weight and strength
- Fast Australia-Wide Dispatch: Prompt delivery from our Australian warehouse
- National Dealer & Installation Network: Professional installation through authorised dealers
Full Drivetrain Protection in One Package
Radiator to transfer case — every critical component covered. Gear up and get out there. Order now!
