Tailgate System – Ford Ranger Next Gen (with Torsion Bar) / Raptor Next Gen
Complete Tailgate Assist System with Torsion Bar — Controlled, Ergonomic Tailgate Operation
Installation Manual: Download Installation Manual (PDF)
Weight: 1.0 kg
The Ford Ranger Next Gen and Raptor Next Gen have a heavy tailgate that slams down with enough force to damage tray contents, bend accessories, and injure unwary fingers. The RIVAL 4x4 Tailgate System goes beyond a simple gas strut — this is a complete torsion bar mechanism that provides smooth, controlled tailgate descent and genuine lift assistance on the way back up. Drop the latch with one hand while carrying a toolbox in the other, and the tailgate glides down on its own terms, not gravity’s. Loading heavy items becomes easier too, as the torsion bar assists with lifting the tailgate back into the closed position. Engineered specifically for the Next Gen Ranger and Raptor platform, this system installs using factory mounting points with no drilling or permanent modifications.
- ✓ Torsion Bar Mechanism for Controlled Descent
- ✓ Lift Assistance for Easy Closing
- ✓ One-Handed Tailgate Operation
- ✓ Prevents Tailgate Slamming
- ✓ Bolt-On Installation — No Drilling
- ✓ Vehicle-Specific for Next Gen Ranger & Raptor
Key Features
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Mechanism: Torsion bar system providing both controlled lowering and lift assistance
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Material: High-quality, durable components engineered for long-term reliability
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Weight: 1.0 kg
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Operation: Smooth, controlled descent preventing sudden drops; torsion-assisted lifting for easy closure
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Mounting: Bolt-on using factory mounting points
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Fitment: Ford Ranger Next Gen (with Torsion Bar) and Ford Raptor Next Gen
Why Choose This Product?
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More Than a Gas Strut: This is a complete torsion bar system that assists both lowering and lifting. Standard gas strut kits only slow the descent — this system also helps you close the tailgate, which matters when you’re loading heavy items at tray height and need to lift the tailgate with tired arms at the end of a long day.
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Protect Your Gear and Your Hands: An uncontrolled tailgate slam can damage tray liners, tub-mounted accessories, and toolboxes — not to mention fingers caught in the drop. The torsion bar eliminates the slam entirely.
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Ergonomic Daily Use: If you use your Ranger’s tray every day — loading tools, sliding out drawers, accessing the fridge — controlled tailgate operation is an ergonomic improvement you’ll notice every single time.
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DIY Installation, Professional Result: Bolt-on design means you can install this system yourself without special tools. No drilling, no welding, no permanent modifications to your new Ranger or Raptor.
What's Included
- ✓ 1 x RIVAL Tailgate Torsion Bar System
- ✓ All mounting brackets and hardware
- ✓ Bolts and fasteners
- ✓ Installation instructions
Installation
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Difficulty: Easy to Moderate — DIY-friendly with clear instructions
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Requirements: Basic hand tools (spanners, socket set)
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Bolt-On Design: Uses factory mounting points — no drilling, cutting, or welding required
Built for Australian Conditions
The Next Gen Ranger and Raptor are workhorses on Australian building sites, farms, and 4WD tracks. Their tailgates get opened and closed dozens of times a day — on dusty construction sites in western Melbourne, at boat ramps in Hervey Bay, and at camp sites along the Murray River. RIVAL’s torsion bar system is built with durable, corrosion-resistant components that handle the temperature extremes, humidity, and dust that are part of daily life across Australia. The mechanism is engineered for thousands of cycles, so it keeps performing reliably year after year.
Perfect For
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Tradies & Daily Work Use: Open and close the tailgate dozens of times a day without fatigue, damage, or risk of finger injuries
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Camping & Touring: Gently lower the tailgate to access your fridge, drawers, and camping gear without waking the campsite
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Families: Safer tailgate operation for households where children and teenagers access the tray
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Tub Accessory Protection: Prevent the tailgate from slamming onto tray-mounted toolboxes, roller covers, and tub liners
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Fleet Vehicles: Reduce tailgate-related workplace injuries and tray damage across your Ranger fleet
Compatibility
- Ford Ranger Next Gen (2022–Present) — with Torsion Bar
- Ford Raptor Next Gen (2022–Present)
- All cab configurations
Why RIVAL 4x4?
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Australian-Based Operations & Support: Local team with Next Gen Ranger expertise and fast customer service
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Globally Engineered. Locally Proven: Torsion bar system designed and tested for the demands of Australian work and touring use
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Complete System Design: Not just a strut — a full torsion bar mechanism providing both lowering control and lift assistance
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Fast Australia-Wide Dispatch: Quick delivery to your door anywhere in Australia
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National Dealer & Installation Network: Professional fitting through RIVAL’s authorised dealers nationwide
The Complete Tailgate Solution for Your Next Gen Ranger
Controlled descent, assisted lifting, and zero tailgate slam. Upgrade your Ranger or Raptor today. Order now!
