Nissan Patrol Y62 (2010–Present) Bash Plate Set – Radiator, Engine & Transmission
Triple-Plate Protection: Cooling System, Engine & Gearbox Armour
Combined Weight: 8.5 kg
The Y62 Patrol is Nissan’s flagship off-roader, and its V8-powered capabilities deserve protection to match. This RIVAL 4x4 three-piece bash plate set covers the radiator, engine, and transmission — the front-three components that take the most punishment on rough terrain. At a remarkably light 8.5 kg combined, it’s underbody armour that your Patrol won’t even notice carrying, yet it provides a critical line of defence when you’re picking through rock gardens on the Madigan Line or navigating eroded station tracks across the Gulf country.
- ✓ Complete Underbody Protection — Radiator, Engine & Transmission
- ✓ High-Strength Aluminium Construction
- ✓ Precision Fit for Nissan Patrol Y62 (2010–Present)
- ✓ 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 — The Y62’s large-capacity radiator works hard to cool the 5.6L V8, especially when towing or climbing in hot conditions. A stone through the core means instant coolant loss and overheating. This plate deflects frontal debris and underbody impacts away from the radiator, keeping your cooling system sealed.
- Engine Bash Plate — The VK56VD V8’s oil sump is the most expensive component to damage and the easiest to hit on rocky terrain. A cracked sump leads to oil starvation and engine seizure — a total loss scenario in remote areas. This plate shields the engine’s entire lower surface from direct impacts.
- Transmission Bash Plate — The Patrol’s 7-speed automatic is a sophisticated unit with a casing vulnerable to trail strikes. Damage causes fluid loss, gear engagement issues, and transmission overheating. This plate provides dedicated protection for the gearbox, maintaining reliable power delivery through any terrain.
Key Features
- Material: High-strength aluminium alloy
- Thickness: 6mm
- Combined Weight: 8.5 kg
- Finish: Textured matte black powder coat — corrosion and UV resistant
- Mounting: Direct bolt-on to factory mounting points
- Number of Plates: 3 (Radiator + Engine + Transmission)
- Fitment: Nissan Patrol Y62 (2010–Present) — all variants
Why Choose Aluminium Over Steel?
- Weight Savings: At just 8.5 kg for three plates, this set is exceptionally light — vital for Patrol owners already managing heavy touring loads and towing weights.
- Corrosion Resistance: Aluminium resists rust naturally, maintaining integrity through creek crossings, coastal driving, and years of tropical exposure.
- Energy Management: Aluminium deforms progressively under impact, spreading force across the plate rather than transferring it to mounting hardware.
- Modern Vehicle Design: The Y62’s IFS front end benefits from keeping additional weight minimal — aluminium delivers protection without affecting ride or handling.
What's Included
- ✓ 1x Radiator Bash Plate
- ✓ 1x Engine Bash Plate
- ✓ 1x Transmission Bash Plate
- ✓ Complete Mounting Hardware & Fasteners
- ✓ Fitting Instructions
Installation
- Difficulty: Moderate — achievable for confident home mechanics
- Requirements: Metric socket set, jack and axle stands or vehicle hoist
- Bolt-On Design: All three plates bolt to factory mounting points — no drilling, cutting, or permanent modification
- Recommendation: Fit all three plates together for seamless front-end underbody protection
Built for Australian Conditions
Patrol owners explore places most vehicles never see — and Australia rewards that ambition with terrain that tests every component. The sharp limestone shelves of the Nullarbor, ironstone ridges across the Tanami, granite boulders along river crossings in the Kimberley, and the salt-crusted surfaces of Lake Eyre all present unique threats to an exposed underbody. RIVAL 4x4 aluminium bash plates are built for this diversity of punishment, delivering reliable protection through every condition the continent can produce.
Perfect For
- Outback Touring: Front-end drivetrain protection for Patrol owners exploring Australia’s most remote regions
- Coastal Adventures: Rust-free aluminium construction for beach driving and coastal exploration
- Tradies & Work Vehicles: Practical underbody armour for Y62s on stations, mine access roads, and rural properties
- Off-Road Weekenders: Three-plate protection for regular trail use and weekend adventures
- Daily Driving: Shield against road debris, potholes, and urban driving hazards
Compatibility
Precision-engineered for the Nissan Patrol Y62 (2010–Present) — all series and variants including Ti, Ti-L, and Warrior. Compatible with the 5.6L V8 petrol engine (VK56VD). Designed for direct integration with factory underbody mounting points.