Set of 5 Aluminium Bash Plates – Ford Ranger Next Gen / Ford Everest Next Gen / Amarok (2023–Present)
Comprehensive Underbody Armour: Radiator, Engine, Transmission, Transfer Case & Lower Control Arms
Installation Manual
Combined Weight: 31.9 kg
Serious off-road touring demands serious underbody protection — and this five-piece RIVAL 4x4 bash plate set is the answer for Ford Ranger Next Gen, Everest Next Gen, and Amarok 2023+ owners who refuse to leave critical components exposed. From the boulder-strewn tracks of the Victorian High Country to the punishing washouts along the Oodnadatta Track, five precision-engineered aluminium plates work together to create an overlapping shield across nearly the entire undercarriage. This is comprehensive drivetrain armour, purchased as a value-packed bundle.
- ✓ Complete Underbody Protection — 5 Critical Components Covered
- ✓ High-Strength 6mm Deep-Stamped Aluminium Alloy
- ✓ Precision Laser-Cut for Perfect Fitment
- ✓ Corrosion-Resistant Powder Coat Finish
- ✓ Ventilated Design for Optimal Airflow
- ✓ Bolt-On Installation — No Drilling Required
- ✓ Cost-Effective Bundle — Significant Savings vs Individual Purchase
What's Protected
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Radiator Bash Plate — The radiator is the first component in the firing line, sitting low at the front of the vehicle. Stones, sticks, and debris thrown by the front tyres or encountered head-on can puncture the core, causing rapid coolant loss. This plate provides a robust frontal barrier that keeps your cooling system intact through the harshest terrain.
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Engine Bash Plate — A cracked oil sump in remote Australia can turn an adventure into an emergency. This plate covers the engine’s entire underside, deflecting rocks and stumps away from the sump, lower block, and oil filter — the components most at risk on uneven ground.
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Transmission Bash Plate — The transmission housing hangs low and exposed behind the engine. Trail debris, creek-bed rocks, and deep ruts can impact the casing, risking fluid leaks and internal damage. This plate ensures your gearbox stays sealed and operational no matter what passes beneath.
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Transfer Case Bash Plate — The transfer case is the heart of your 4WD system, splitting power between front and rear axles. Damage here disables your four-wheel-drive capability entirely — precisely when you need it most. This plate provides dedicated armour for this vital component.
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Lower Control Arms Bash Plate — Your front suspension’s lower control arms are exposed to side impacts from rocks and debris during off-camber driving and rock crawling. Bent or damaged control arms compromise steering geometry and suspension travel. This plate guards these critical suspension links from direct hits.
Key Features
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Material: 6mm deep-stamped aluminium alloy
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Thickness: 6mm
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Combined Weight: 31.9 kg
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Finish: Textured matte black powder coat — corrosion and UV resistant
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Mounting: Direct bolt-on to factory mounting points
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Number of Plates: 5 (Radiator + Engine + Transmission + Transfer Case + Lower Control Arms)
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Fitment: Ford Ranger Next Gen (2022+), Ford Everest Next Gen, VW Amarok (2023+)
Why Choose Aluminium Over Steel?
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Weight Savings: Five aluminium plates at 31.9 kg combined — an equivalent steel set would add significantly more weight, eating into your payload for camping gear and water.
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Corrosion Resistance: Aluminium’s natural oxide layer prevents rust formation, essential for vehicles exposed to creek crossings, coastal salt air, and tropical humidity.
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Energy Management: Aluminium distributes impact forces across a wider area, reducing stress concentration on individual chassis mounting points.
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Modern Vehicle Design: These next-generation platforms are weight-optimised from the factory — aluminium protection complements that engineering rather than overloading it.
What's Included
- ✓ 1x Radiator Bash Plate
- ✓ 1x Engine Bash Plate
- ✓ 1x Transmission Bash Plate
- ✓ 1x Transfer Case Bash Plate
- ✓ 1x Lower Control Arms Bash Plate
- ✓ Complete Mounting Hardware & Fasteners
- ✓ Fitting Instructions
Installation
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Difficulty: Moderate — achievable for experienced home mechanics
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Requirements: Metric socket set, jack and axle stands or vehicle hoist
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Bolt-On Design: Every plate mounts to factory attachment points — no drilling, cutting, or permanent modification required
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Recommendation: Install all five plates in a single session for maximum protection and efficient use of workshop time
Built for Australian Conditions
The Australian bush doesn’t discriminate — it attacks every exposed component with equal ferocity. Granite boulders on alpine tracks, submerged timber in flooded crossings, razor-sharp spinifex stumps on desert trails, and the relentless vibration of corrugated roads all conspire to damage your underbody. Add the corrosive combination of coastal salt spray and tropical moisture, and factory plastic undertrays are simply outmatched. RIVAL 4x4 aluminium bash plates are designed from the ground up for these uniquely Australian challenges.
Perfect For
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Outback Touring: Extended expeditions through remote Australia where underbody damage means days of waiting for recovery
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Coastal Adventures: Salt-resistant aluminium that handles beach approaches and coastal 4WD tracks without corroding
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Tradies & Work Vehicles: Heavy-duty protection for vehicles working on rough construction sites, mining access roads, and rural properties
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Off-Road Weekenders: Attack rock gardens and forest trails every weekend knowing five critical systems are armoured
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Daily Driving: Comprehensive protection that also guards against urban hazards like potholes, speed bumps, and road debris
Compatibility
Precision-engineered for the shared T6.2 platform:
Ford Ranger Next Gen (2022+) — all variants including XL, XLS, XLT, Sport, and Wildtrak
Ford Everest Next Gen — all variants
Volkswagen Amarok (2023+) — all variants
Compatible with 2.0L Bi-Turbo, 3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel, and 2.3L EcoBoost engine options.
Why RIVAL 4x4?
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Australian-Based Operations & Support: Genuine local support from our Australian team — no overseas call centres
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Globally Engineered. Locally Proven: Advanced laser-cut manufacturing tested and validated on Australian terrain
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High-Strength Aluminium Construction: 6mm deep-stamped alloy delivering proven impact resistance
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Fast Australia-Wide Dispatch: Swift delivery to any address across Australia
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National Dealer & Installation Network: Professional installation available through our nationwide dealer network
Five plates, five critical systems, one complete solution — armour your Next Gen from radiator to control arms. Order now!
