RIVAL 4x4 Aluminium Fuel Tank Bash Plate — Toyota Land Cruiser 200 (2007-2021)
Fuel Tank Protection
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Weight: 10.0 kg
Your Toyota Land Cruiser 200's fuel tank is one of the most vulnerable — and most critical — components on any remote touring adventure. When you're deep in Victorian High Country across alpine Victoria, a punctured fuel tank doesn't just end your trip; it creates a serious safety hazard and environmental disaster. The RIVAL 4x4 Fuel Tank Bash Plate wraps this vital component in heavy-duty armour, giving you the confidence to explore Australia's most challenging tracks without worrying about what's beneath you.
- ✓ High-Strength 6mm Aluminium Alloy
- ✓ Precision Fit for Your Vehicle
- ✓ Full-Coverage Component Protection
- ✓ Corrosion-Resistant Construction
- ✓ Ventilated Design for Heat Dissipation
- ✓ Bolt-On Installation — No Drilling Required
Key Features
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Material: 6mm High-Strength Aluminium Alloy
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Thickness: 6mm
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Weight: 10.0 kg
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Finish: Textured Matte Black Powder Coat (zinc primer base layer)
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Construction: Deep-Stamped with Reinforcing Ribs for Maximum Rigidity
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Mounting: Bolt-On — Uses Factory Mounting Points, No Drilling Required
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Protection: Provides complete shielding for the fuel tank from front-to-rear rock strikes
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Fitment: Vehicle-Specific — Precision Laser-Cut for Toyota Land Cruiser 200
Why Choose Aluminium Over Steel?
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Significant Weight Savings — Aluminium is approximately 40% lighter than steel at equivalent strength, reducing the load on your vehicle's suspension, improving fuel economy, and preserving payload capacity.
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Superior Corrosion Resistance — Unlike steel, aluminium naturally forms a protective oxide layer that resists rust and corrosion — even when the powder coat is scratched. Ideal for coastal driving, creek crossings, and tropical humidity.
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Excellent Energy Absorption — Aluminium's natural flex characteristics allow it to absorb and distribute impact energy rather than transmitting sharp forces into the chassis.
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Engineered for Modern Vehicles — Today's 4WD vehicles are precision-engineered with specific weight tolerances. Aluminium delivers serious protection without compromising your vehicle's factory dynamics.
What's Included
- ✓ RIVAL 4x4 Fuel Tank Bash Plate
- ✓ Complete Mounting Hardware & Fitting Kit
- ✓ High-Tensile Bolts & Fasteners
- ✓ Installation Instructions
Installation
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Difficulty: Straightforward — suitable for experienced DIY installers or any qualified 4WD workshop
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Requirements: Basic hand tools (spanners, socket set, torque wrench). No specialised equipment needed.
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Bolt-On Design: Attaches directly to factory mounting points on your Toyota Land Cruiser 200. No drilling, cutting, or permanent modifications required.
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Time: Approximately 30–60 minutes depending on access and experience.
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Professional Installation: Available through RIVAL 4x4's national network of authorised dealers and installation centres across Australia.
Built for Australian Conditions
Australia's off-road environment is among the harshest on earth. From the razor-sharp quartzite rocks of Cape York to the sun-baked corrugations of the Simpson Desert, from salt-crusted coastal tracks to the tropical creek crossings of the Kimberley — your vehicle's underside faces relentless punishment. RIVAL 4x4 bash plates are engineered specifically for these conditions: the 6mm aluminium alloy construction handles direct rock strikes, the deep-stamped reinforcing ribs add structural rigidity where it matters most, and the corrosion-resistant finish stands up to salt air, red dust, muddy creek crossings, and everything in between.
Perfect For
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Remote Touring & Overlanding — Protect your fuel tank on extended outback trips where help is days away
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Coastal & Beach Driving — Shield against hidden rocks and driftwood while resisting salt-air corrosion
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Tradies & Work Sites — Defend your vehicle's underside on rough construction sites, mining access roads, and farm tracks
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Weekend Off-Road Adventures — Hit technical 4WD tracks and river crossings with confidence knowing your fuel tank is fully armoured
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Daily Protection & Peace of Mind — Even on sealed roads, speed bumps and potholes can damage exposed components
Compatibility
Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Series (2007-2021) — 4.5L V8 Twin-Turbo Diesel (1VD-FTV), 4.6L V8 Petrol (1UR-FE), 5.7L V8 Petrol (3UR-FE) — All 4WD variants including GXL, VX, Sahara trims
Not sure if this plate fits your vehicle? Contact the RIVAL 4x4 team at rival4x4.com.au or call our Australian-based support team for fitment confirmation.
Why RIVAL 4x4?
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Australian-Based Operations & Support — Local team, local stock, local knowledge.
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Globally Engineered. Locally Proven. — Developed using advanced 3D scanning and CAD design, then tested on Australian tracks.
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High-Strength Aluminium Construction — 6mm deep-stamped aluminium alloy delivers the perfect balance of strength, weight savings, and corrosion resistance.
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Fast Australia-Wide Dispatch — In-stock items dispatched quickly from our Australian warehouse.
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National Dealer & Installation Network — Authorised RIVAL 4x4 dealers and installation centres across Australia.
Serious protection for serious exploration.
Don't leave your Toyota Land Cruiser 200's fuel tank exposed to the hazards lurking on every Australian trail. The RIVAL 4x4 Fuel Tank Bash Plate delivers the protection you need — engineered to fit, built to last, and backed by RIVAL's Australian support team.
Order now and protect your vehicle before your next adventure!
