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Description
Toyota Hilux (2015–2025) Full Bash Plate Set — Radiator, Engine, Transmission, Transfer Case, Fuel Tank & Lower Control Arms
Protects: Radiator, Engine, Transmission, Transfer Case, Fuel Tank & Lower Control Arms
Combined Weight: 37 kg (approx.)
This is the maximum protection package for the Toyota Hilux — every critical underbody component covered, from the radiator at the very front to the fuel tank and lower control arms at the rear. If you're planning a serious expedition through the Kimberley, a Cape York run, or simply want total peace of mind knowing that nothing underneath your Hilux is left exposed, this is the set. Six areas of protection, one purchase, genuine savings over buying each plate separately. There's no more comprehensive way to armour your Hilux against the unpredictable terrain that defines Australian off-road driving.
- ✓ Complete Underbody Protection — Radiator, Engine, Transmission, Transfer Case, Fuel Tank & Lower Control Arms
- ✓ High-Strength 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 — Maximum Savings vs Buying Individually
What's Protected
- Radiator Bash Plate — The cooling system's frontline guardian. Gravel, rocks and airborne debris constantly bombard the radiator on unsealed roads. This plate prevents the kind of puncture that turns a remote outback drive into an overheated nightmare, shielding the radiator core, hoses and fittings from impact damage.
- Engine Bash Plate — A direct rock strike to the oil sump can drain your engine's oil in seconds and cause catastrophic seizure. This plate absorbs underbody impacts and distributes force across its surface, keeping the sump and lower engine block protected even on the rockiest terrain.
- Transmission Bash Plate — The gearbox sits exposed behind the engine, its housing vulnerable to debris and rocks that pass beneath the vehicle. A cracked transmission case means fluid loss, gear engagement failure and a massive repair bill. This plate extends coverage seamlessly from engine to gearbox.
- Transfer Case Bash Plate — Your 4WD system's control centre, the transfer case engages low range and splits torque between axles. Losing it on a remote track means losing four-wheel drive capability entirely. This plate shields the transfer case from the rocks and ruts that could crack the housing or damage seals.
- Fuel Tank Bash Plate — A ruptured fuel tank in the outback is a genuine emergency — no fuel means no movement, and leaked fuel creates a serious fire risk. This plate provides critical protection for the fuel tank, essential for any Hilux that ventures into remote country far from the nearest fuel stop.
- Lower Control Arms Bash Plate — The lower control arms maintain your front wheel alignment and suspension geometry. A bent control arm from a hidden rock causes the vehicle to pull, wears tyres unevenly and compromises safety. This plate guards these exposed suspension components from impacts that could affect handling and tracking.
Key Features
- Material: High-strength aluminium alloy
- Thickness: 6mm
- Combined Weight: Approx. 37 kg
- Finish: Textured matte black powder coat
- Mounting: Bolt-on to factory mounting points — no drilling or permanent modification
- Number of Plates: 6 (Radiator + Engine + Transmission + Transfer Case + Fuel Tank + Lower Control Arms)
- Fitment: Toyota Hilux (2015–2025), Toyota Fortuner (2015–On) — 4x4 variants
Why Choose Aluminium Over Steel?
- Weight Savings: A full set of six steel plates would tip the scales past 60 kg. At approximately 37 kg in aluminium, you save over 20 kg — critical when running a fully loaded touring setup and watching your GVM.
- Corrosion Resistance: Six plates means six surfaces constantly exposed to water, mud, salt and dust. Aluminium's natural corrosion resistance ensures every plate stays structurally sound, year after year, without the rust that would compromise steel.
- Energy Management: Aluminium's progressive flex on impact protects both the component behind each plate and the chassis mounting points, absorbing and dissipating energy rather than transmitting it directly through rigid mounts.
- Modern Vehicle Compatibility: Even with six plates, the aluminium construction keeps added weight to a level that won't meaningfully affect your Hilux's suspension travel, braking distance or fuel economy.
What's Included
- ✓ 1 x Aluminium Radiator Bash Plate
- ✓ 1 x Aluminium Engine Bash Plate
- ✓ 1 x Aluminium Transmission Bash Plate
- ✓ 1 x Aluminium Transfer Case Bash Plate
- ✓ 1 x Aluminium Fuel Tank Bash Plate
- ✓ 1 x Aluminium Lower Control Arms Bash Plate
- ✓ Complete Mounting Hardware & Bolts for All Plates
- ✓ Step-by-Step Installation Instructions
Installation
- Difficulty: Moderate — a bigger job due to the number of plates, but straightforward with proper tools
- Requirements: Standard socket set, jack and jack stands (or vehicle hoist recommended for six plates)
- Bolt-On Design: All six plates mount to factory points — no drilling, cutting, welding or permanent modification
- Recommendation: Fit the entire set in one session on a hoist. Work front to rear for perfect plate-to-plate alignment and complete underbody coverage
Built for Australian Conditions
When you commit to a full bash plate set, you're preparing for the absolute worst Australia can throw at you. The jagged quartzite of outback gorge country, submerged boulders in fast-flowing creek crossings, the endless corrugations of the Tanami Track, razor-sharp spinifex roots buried in red sand, and the corrosive combination of salt air and tropical moisture in the north — this set is built to handle all of it, protecting every major underbody component through the most demanding Australian adventures.
Perfect For
- Serious Expeditions: Cape York, the Kimberley, Canning Stock Route and other multi-week remote adventures
- Coastal Touring: Extended beach and coastal trips where salt corrosion is a daily reality
- Tradies & Heavy-Duty Work: Mining roads, station tracks, construction sites and demanding rural applications
- Competition & Technical Off-Road: Rock crawling, challenge events and technical trails where maximum protection is essential
- Ultimate Peace of Mind: The knowledge that every critical underbody component is fully protected, every trip, every time
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: Local team, local warranty, genuine 4WD expertise — support from people who drive the same tracks
- Globally Engineered. Locally Proven: World-class engineering design validated on the harshest Australian terrain
- High-Strength Aluminium Construction: Premium 6mm alloy that sets the standard for underbody protection
- Fast Australia-Wide Dispatch: Shipped promptly from Australian warehouses direct to your door
- National Dealer & Installation Network: Professional installation available through authorised RIVAL 4x4 dealers and fitters nationwide
The ultimate underbody armour package — six areas protected, total peace of mind, one complete set. Your Hilux deserves nothing less. Order now!
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