{"product_id":"rival-4x4-alloy-radiator-bash-plate-mitsubishi-trition-l200-2015-2023-pajero-sport-2015-2023","title":"RIVAL 4X4 ALLOY RADIATOR BASH PLATE - MITSUBISHI TRITION L200 2015-2023\/PAJERO SPORT 2015-2023","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAluminium Radiator Bash Plate — Mitsubishi Triton L200 (2015–2023) \/ Pajero Sport (2015–2023)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRadiator \u0026amp; Cooling System Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6.8 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you're climbing the alpine access roads near Mount Buller, where freeze-thaw cycles crack the road surface into jagged edges, your Mitsubishi Triton or Pajero Sport's radiator is working hard to maintain engine temperature — and exposed to every rock, branch, and piece of debris that the front wheels kick up. A damaged radiator in the mountains means rapid coolant loss, engine overheating, and a long wait for roadside assistance. The RIVAL 4x4 Radiator Bash Plate delivers precision-engineered protection for your radiator and cooling system — a cracked radiator in the bush means an overheated engine and a very expensive tow. Crafted from deep-stamped 6mm high-strength aluminium alloy, this 6.8 kg plate shields your cooling system while maintaining essential airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ High-Strength 6mm Aluminium Alloy Construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Precision Fit — Vehicle-Specific Design for Triton\/Pajero Sport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Full Radiator \u0026amp; Cooling System Coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Corrosion-Resistant Powder Coat Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Ventilated Design for Airflow \u0026amp; Debris Drainage\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 Deep-Stamped High-Strength Aluminium Alloy (5251 grade)\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\u003e6.8 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTextured Matte Black Polymer Powder Coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDirect bolt-on to factory mounting points — no drilling or chassis modification required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMitsubishi Triton L200 (2015–2023) \/ Mitsubishi Pajero Sport (2015–2023)\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\u003eWeight Savings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAluminium is approximately 40% lighter than steel, keeping front-end weight balanced and preserving handling characteristics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUnlike steel, aluminium naturally forms a protective oxide layer. Combined with powder coating, your bash plate won't rust — essential at the front of the vehicle where water spray is constant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy Absorption:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAluminium's natural flex absorbs and distributes impact energy across the plate, protecting the delicate radiator core from sharp impacts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAirflow Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAluminium's strength-to-weight ratio allows RIVAL to integrate ventilation without compromising protection — keeping your engine cool under the toughest conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ 1x RIVAL Radiator Bash Plate for Triton\/Pajero Sport\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\u003eEasy — suitable for home mechanics with basic tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStandard socket set, jack \u0026amp; stands or vehicle hoist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt-On Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMounts directly to factory mounting points with no drilling, cutting, or permanent modification. Fully reversible installation that won't affect your vehicle's warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for Australian Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralia's extreme temperatures — from below zero in the alpine regions to over 45°C in the outback — push cooling systems to their limits. A compromised radiator in either extreme is dangerous. Add flying rocks from unsealed roads, debris from construction zones, and the general punishment of Australian driving, and radiator protection becomes essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRIVAL bash plates are engineered for this full spectrum of conditions. Deep-stamped construction creates stiffening ribs for superior impact resistance while maintaining critical airflow to the radiator core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-distance outback touring — Cape York, Gibb River Road, Simpson Desert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoastal driving where salt spray and gravel roads threaten cooling systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTradies and fleet vehicles operating on construction sites, farms, and mining roads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily adventures in the Pajero Sport across fire trails and national parks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaily driving with peace of mind knowing your radiator is shielded from road debris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMitsubishi Triton L200 (2015–2023) \/ Mitsubishi Pajero Sport (2015–2023)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2.4L MIVEC Turbo Diesel (4N15), 2.4L Petrol (4G64)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAll cab configurations and trim levels. 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