Set of 6 Aluminium Bash Plates – Ford Ranger PX1/PX2/PX3 (2012–2022)
Maximum Underbody Armour: Radiator, Engine, Transmission, Transfer Case, Fuel Tank & Lower Control Arms
Combined Weight: 54.9 kg
This is the no-compromise underbody protection package for the Ford Ranger PX series. Six precision laser-cut aluminium bash plates create a continuous armoured floor from radiator to rear suspension, covering every critical drivetrain, cooling, fuel, and suspension component. If your PX Ranger is built for serious off-road work — crossing the Simpson Desert, running the Gunbarrel Highway, or tackling competition-level trail events — this six-plate set ensures nothing beneath the chassis is left exposed to Australia’s most punishing terrain.
- ✓ Complete Underbody Protection — 6 Critical Components Covered
- ✓ High-Strength 6mm Deep-Stamped Aluminium Alloy
- ✓ Precision Laser-Cut for Perfect Fitment
- ✓ Corrosion-Resistant Powder Coat Finish
- ✓ Ventilated Design for Optimal Airflow
- ✓ Bolt-On Installation — No Drilling Required
- ✓ Cost-Effective Bundle — Maximum Savings vs Individual Purchase
What's Protected
- Radiator Bash Plate — Positioned at the vehicle’s most forward underbody point, the radiator intercepts the first wave of trail debris. Rocks at speed, branches, and water-crossing obstacles all target the fragile radiator core. A breach means overheating within minutes and a ruined trip. This plate stops threats before they reach the cooling system.
- Engine Bash Plate — The PX Ranger’s diesel engine is the most valuable single component underneath the vehicle. Its oil sump hangs low and unprotected, making it the first casualty on rocky terrain. This plate provides comprehensive 6mm aluminium coverage across the engine’s entire lower surface.
- Transmission Bash Plate — Whether you’re running an auto or manual, the gearbox casing is vulnerable to every rock and rut the trail presents. Damage here means fluid loss, missed gears, and an immobilised vehicle. This plate delivers reliable protection over the transmission housing.
- Transfer Case Bash Plate — The transfer case is the 4WD system’s nerve centre — it controls power split and low-range engagement. Damage means no four-wheel drive, exactly when the terrain requires it. This plate armours the transfer case against direct underbody impacts.
- Fuel Tank Bash Plate — A ruptured fuel tank is the most dangerous underbody failure — leaking fuel creates fire risk and eliminates your range. In remote Australia, where fuel stations can be 500+ kilometres apart, protecting your fuel supply is non-negotiable. This plate provides a heavy-duty aluminium shield for the tank.
- Lower Control Arms Bash Plate — The front suspension’s lower arms are exposed during off-camber traversing, rock garden navigation, and deep-rut situations. A bent control arm compromises wheel alignment and steering geometry. This plate guards these vulnerable suspension links from direct lateral impacts.
Key Features
- Material: 6mm deep-stamped aluminium alloy
- Thickness: 6mm
- Combined Weight: 54.9 kg
- Finish: Textured matte black powder coat — corrosion and UV resistant
- Mounting: Direct bolt-on to factory mounting points
- Number of Plates: 6 (Radiator + Engine + Transmission + Transfer Case + Fuel Tank + Lower Control Arms)
- Fitment: Ford Ranger PX1, PX2, PX3 (2012–2022)
Why Choose Aluminium Over Steel?
- Weight Savings: Even at full six-plate coverage, aluminium keeps the weight to 54.9 kg — a steel equivalent would add substantially more, eating into tray payload and GVM allowance.
- Corrosion Resistance: Aluminium doesn’t rust, regardless of how many creek crossings, beach runs, or wet seasons your Ranger endures.
- Energy Management: Aluminium’s progressive deformation under extreme impacts distributes force across the plate, protecting both the bash plate and chassis mounting hardware.
- Modern Vehicle Design: Keeping accessory weight reasonable is essential for PX Rangers that are already loaded with canopies, drawers, and touring gear.
What's Included
- ✓ 1x Radiator Bash Plate
- ✓ 1x Engine Bash Plate
- ✓ 1x Transmission Bash Plate
- ✓ 1x Transfer Case Bash Plate
- ✓ 1x Fuel Tank Bash Plate
- ✓ 1x Lower Control Arms Bash Plate
- ✓ Complete Mounting Hardware & Fasteners
- ✓ Fitting Instructions
Installation
- Difficulty: Moderate to Advanced — recommended for experienced mechanics or professional fitment
- Requirements: Metric socket set, jack and axle stands or vehicle hoist
- Bolt-On Design: All six plates mount to factory attachment points — no drilling, cutting, or permanent modification required
- Recommendation: Install the complete six-plate set in one session for total underbody coverage and maximum workshop efficiency
Built for Australian Conditions
The PX Ranger has crossed every corner of this continent, and this six-plate set is built for every condition it encounters. Razor-sharp gibber stones across the Channel Country, submerged logs in tropical river crossings, volcanic rock on Tasmanian bush tracks, and the endless bone-jarring corrugations of outback highways — the terrain is unrelenting. Factor in salt air along thousands of kilometres of coastline, monsoonal downpours in the north, and summer temperatures that push 50 degrees in the shade, and you need protection engineered for the extremes. RIVAL 4x4 delivers it.
Perfect For
- Outback Touring: The ultimate protection package for extended remote travel — no component left vulnerable, no surprises
- Coastal Adventures: Corrosion-proof aluminium built for salt air, sand, and beach-access driving
- Tradies & Work Vehicles: Maximum armour for Rangers pulling hard duty on construction sites, mines, and agricultural properties
- Off-Road Competition: Full underbody coverage for competition and challenge-level trail events
- Daily Driving: Total protection that handles everything from trail debris to urban potholes
Compatibility
Precision-engineered for the Ford Ranger PX1 (2012–2015), PX2 (2015–2018), and PX3 (2018–2022) — all variants including XL, XLS, XLT, Wildtrak, and Raptor. Compatible with 3.2L 5-cylinder Duratorq, 2.2L 4-cylinder Duratorq, and 2.0L Bi-Turbo diesel (PX3) engines. Factory mounting point fitment.