Description
Toyota Hilux (2015–2025) Bash Plate Set — Radiator, Engine & Transmission | New Design
Combined Weight: 15 kg
If you're after a straightforward, no-fuss protection package that covers the three most vulnerable and expensive components under your Hilux, this RIVAL 4x4 three-piece New Design set is the entry point to serious underbody armour. The radiator, engine and transmission bear the brunt of off-road punishment, and replacing any one of them costs far more than this entire set. Engineered to fit the Hilux's updated underbody geometry with RIVAL's latest design improvements, these three plates provide front-to-gearbox coverage in a lightweight, corrosion-proof aluminium package.
- ✓ Complete Underbody Protection — Radiator, Engine & Transmission Coverage
- ✓ High-Strength 6mm Aluminium Alloy Construction
- ✓ Precision Fit for Toyota Hilux (2015–2025)
- ✓ 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
- Radiator Bash Plate — Sitting at the front and lowest point of the vehicle, the radiator is first in line for every stone, stick and piece of debris kicked up by unsealed roads. A punctured radiator leads to overheating within minutes. This plate shields the entire radiator area, giving you confidence to maintain speed on rough tracks.
- Engine Bash Plate — The engine sump hangs low and exposed, making it the most commonly damaged component during off-road driving. A cracked sump dumps oil fast, and an engine running without oil seizes in minutes. This plate takes the hit so your engine doesn't have to, distributing force across its deep-stamped surface.
- Transmission Bash Plate — Right behind the engine, the transmission is the next link in the chain. Its aluminium housing is strong but not designed to withstand direct rock impacts. A damaged gearbox means no drive — and a very expensive repair bill. This plate extends protection seamlessly from the engine plate rearward.
Key Features
- Material: Deep-stamped 6mm high-strength aluminium alloy
- Thickness: 6mm
- Combined Weight: 15 kg
- Finish: Textured matte black powder coat
- Mounting: Bolt-on to factory mounting points — no drilling or permanent modification
- Number of Plates: 3 (Radiator + Engine + Transmission)
- Fitment: Toyota Hilux (2015–2025), Toyota Fortuner (2015–On) — 4x4 variants
Why Choose Aluminium Over Steel?
- Weight Savings: At just 15 kg for three plates, this set barely registers on the scales. You get meaningful protection without affecting your Hilux's ride, handling or fuel consumption.
- Corrosion Resistance: Aluminium cannot rust. Whether you drive through saltwater crossings, tropical rain or sit in humid coastal conditions year-round, these plates will not corrode.
- Energy Management: Aluminium absorbs impact energy through controlled deformation, cushioning the components behind each plate rather than transferring the full force of a strike through rigid mounting.
- Modern Vehicle Compatibility: Fifteen kilograms is negligible added weight, keeping your Hilux's factory dynamics completely unchanged — no suspension adjustments or GVM concerns.
What's Included
- ✓ 1 x Aluminium Radiator Bash Plate (New Design)
- ✓ 1 x Aluminium Engine Bash Plate (New Design)
- ✓ 1 x Aluminium Transmission Bash Plate (New Design)
- ✓ Complete Mounting Hardware & Bolts
- ✓ Step-by-Step Installation Instructions
Installation
- Difficulty: Easy — an ideal first-time bash plate install for home mechanics
- Requirements: Standard socket set, jack and jack stands (or vehicle hoist)
- Bolt-On Design: Three plates, factory mounting points, no drilling or permanent modification
- Time: All three plates can be fitted in well under an hour
Built for Australian Conditions
Even a weekend trip down a gravel road can result in stone damage to your Hilux's underbody. Extend that to a week on the Canning Stock Route or a lap around Cape York, and the risks multiply exponentially. Corrugated surfaces vibrate and fatigue unprotected components, creek crossings hide submerged rocks, and the ever-present red-dust of outback Australia works its way into every exposed seal and joint. RIVAL 4x4's powder-coated aluminium plates seal out the elements and take the punishment your Hilux's critical components shouldn't have to.
Perfect For
- Weekend Warriors: Regular trips on gravel roads, fire trails and national park tracks
- Coastal Driving: Beach runs, coastal tracks and salt-air environments
- Tradies: Everyday protection on rough roads, worksites and rural properties
- Touring: Multi-day trips through outback Australia with peace of mind
- Daily Drivers: Speed bumps, potholes and the unpredictable hazards of Australian roads
Compatibility
- Toyota Hilux (2015–2025) — 4x4 models (AN120/AN130)
- Toyota Fortuner (2015–On) — 4x4 models
- Engines: 2.8L 1GD-FTV Turbo Diesel, 2.4L 2GD-FTV Turbo Diesel, 4.0L 1GR-FE V6 Petrol
Why RIVAL 4x4?
- Australian-Based Operations & Support: A dedicated local team that knows Hiluxes inside and out
- Globally Engineered. Locally Proven: Designed with precision CAD tools and proven on real Australian tracks
- High-Strength Aluminium Construction: 6mm alloy plates — lightweight, tough and built to last
- Fast Australia-Wide Dispatch: Ordered today, shipped fast from Australian warehouses
- National Dealer & Installation Network: Professional fitting available through authorised RIVAL 4x4 dealers right across Australia
Three plates, three vital components protected — the smart starting point for serious Hilux underbody armour. Order now!
