{"product_id":"rival-4x4-alloy-set-of-5-bash-plates-engine-radiator-transmission-transfer-case-fuel-tank-mitsubishi-triton-lc200-2015-2023-pajero-sport-2015","title":"RIVAL 4X4 ALLOY SET OF 5 BASH PLATES - ENGINE, RADIATOR, TRANSMISSION, TRANSFER CASE \u0026 FUEL TANK - MITSUBISHI TRITON LC200 2015-2023\/PAJERO SPORT 2015+","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMitsubishi Triton L200 (2015–2023) \/ Pajero Sport (2015–Present) — Bash Plate Set — Engine, Radiator, Transmission, Transfer Case \u0026amp; Fuel Tank\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Underbody Protection: 5-Plate Set Covering All Critical Drivetrain Components\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/drive\/folders\/1KMPf1yixavuehir3MFvKfamr99La5oVc\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInstallation Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCombined Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e37.7 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mitsubishi Triton and Pajero Sport have earned their reputation as reliable, hard-working vehicles across Australia — from outback cattle stations to suburban building sites. But underneath, the story is different. Factory underbody protection on these models is minimal, leaving the engine, radiator, transmission, transfer case, and fuel tank exposed to every rock, rut, and piece of trail debris. This RIVAL 4x4 Set of 5 Bash Plates closes every gap, delivering front-to-rear coverage that matches the toughness Mitsubishi built into the rest of the vehicle. The complete bundle offers significant savings over buying each plate individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Complete Underbody Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Maximum 5-Plate Underbody Protection System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ High-Strength Construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Precision Fit for Triton \u0026amp; Pajero Sport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Corrosion-Resistant Powder Coat Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Ventilated Design for Optimal Airflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Bolt-On Installation — No Drilling Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Best-Value Complete Bundle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Protected\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Bash Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— The Triton's 2.4-litre diesel engine features an aluminium sump that's alarmingly easy to crack. One solid rock strike leads to oil loss, overheating, and potential engine seizure. On a remote station track or outback highway, that's a $10,000+ problem. This plate provides comprehensive coverage across the engine's entire underside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRadiator Bash Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— Positioned at the front and first to encounter trail hazards, the radiator is a thin-walled heat exchanger that punctures easily. A leaking radiator means overheating within minutes and a vehicle going nowhere. This plate deflects frontal impacts before they reach the cooling system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission Bash Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— The automatic or manual gearbox housing sits exposed behind the engine. A cracked gearbox case from a rock strike leads to fluid loss and complete loss of drive. This plate shields the transmission from below.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransfer Case Bash Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— The Super Select or Easy Select transfer case is the core of the Triton and Pajero Sport's 4WD capability. Mounted centrally and sitting low, it's a prime target for rocks that pass under the front plates. Damage here eliminates four-wheel drive when you need it most.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFuel Tank Bash Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— The fuel tank sits beneath the rear of the vehicle, carrying your entire fuel supply for the trip. A punctured fuel tank in remote Australia is a genuine life-threatening emergency, not just an inconvenience. This plate provides robust protection to keep your fuel supply secure.\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\u003eHigh-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\u003eCombined Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e37.7 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTextured matte black 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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Plates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5 (Engine + Radiator + Transmission + Transfer Case + Fuel Tank)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMitsubishi Triton MQ\/MR L200 (2015–2023) \/ Pajero Sport (2015–Present)\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\u003eFive plates at 37.7 kg total — aluminium keeps the weight manageable, preserving payload capacity for the Triton and Pajero Sport's already-tight GVM limits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAluminium won't rust from water crossings, coastal salt spray, or tropical rain — it naturally forms a protective oxide layer that outlasts steel coatings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy Absorption:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAluminium flexes on impact, spreading force across the plate rather than transmitting sharp shocks to the chassis and mounting points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModern Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6mm aluminium alloy delivers serious protection comparable to heavier steel alternatives — the smart choice for weight-conscious builds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ 1x Engine Bash Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ 1x Radiator Bash Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ 1x Transmission Bash Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ 1x Transfer Case Bash Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ 1x Fuel Tank Bash Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Complete Mounting Hardware \u0026amp; Fitting Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ All Necessary 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 to Moderate — suitable for home mechanics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBasic hand tools, vehicle ramps or jack stands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt-On Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAll five plates utilise factory mounting points — no drilling, cutting, or permanent modifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFit the complete set in one session for maximum efficiency — allow approximately 2.5–3 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for Australian Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTritons and Pajero Sports are among Australia's hardest-working vehicles — they haul trailers on outback highways, navigate rocky station tracks, tackle Cape York's notorious river crossings, and endure the endless corrugations of roads in western Queensland. 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