{"product_id":"rival-4x4-alloy-fuel-tank-bash-plate-toyota-hilux-2015-2025","title":"RIVAL 4X4 ALLOY FUEL TANK BASH PLATE - TOYOTA HILUX 2015-2025","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRIVAL 4x4 Aluminium Fuel Tank Bash Plate — Toyota Hilux (2015-2025) | New Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e9.6 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicture this: you’re hundreds of kilometres from the nearest fuel stop, crossing the rugged terrain around Barossa Valley trails in South Australia, when a hidden rock punches through your Toyota Hilux’s fuel tank. It’s every off-roader’s nightmare. The RIVAL 4x4 Fuel Tank Bash Plate eliminates this risk with purpose-built protection that shields the entire tank, so you can carry on exploring Australia’s vast outback with complete peace of mind. This new design features improved coverage and enhanced fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ High-Strength 6mm Aluminium Alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Precision Fit for Your Vehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Full-Coverage Component Protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Corrosion-Resistant Construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Ventilated Design for Heat Dissipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Bolt-On Installation — No Drilling Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6mm High-Strength Aluminium Alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e9.6 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTextured Matte Black Powder Coat (zinc primer base layer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDeep-Stamped with Reinforcing Ribs for Maximum Rigidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBolt-On — Uses Factory Mounting Points, No Drilling Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProvides complete shielding for the fuel tank from front-to-rear rock strikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVehicle-Specific — Precision Laser-Cut for Toyota Hilux (2015-Present) | New Design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Aluminium Over Steel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignificant Weight Savings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— Aluminium is approximately 40% lighter than steel, preserving your Hilux’s payload for tools and camping gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Corrosion Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— Aluminium naturally resists rust — essential for the Hilux’s role as a coastal and outback workhorse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Energy Absorption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— Aluminium absorbs impact energy rather than transmitting forces into the chassis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngineered for Australia’s Favourite Ute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— Designed to protect without affecting your Hilux’s payload capacity or GVM.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ RIVAL 4x4 Fuel Tank Bash Plate (New Design)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Complete Mounting Hardware \u0026amp; Fitting Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ High-Tensile Bolts \u0026amp; Fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Installation Instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStraightforward — suitable for experienced DIY installers or any qualified 4WD workshop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBasic hand tools (spanners, socket set, torque wrench).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt-On Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAttaches directly to factory mounting points. 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