RIVAL 4x4 Nissan Navara D23 / D40 Transfer Case Bash Plate — Aluminium
Weight: 7.2 kg
The transfer case is the backbone of your Nissan Navara’s four-wheel drive system — and it sits dangerously exposed beneath the vehicle. On tracks like Atherton Tablelands in tropical north Queensland, one rock strike to the transfer case can disable your 4WD capability entirely, turning an adventure into a rescue mission. The RIVAL 4x4 Transfer Case Bash Plate delivers purpose-built armour for this critical component, so your Nissan Navara stays fully operational on even the roughest Australian terrain.
- ✓ High-Strength 6mm Aluminium Alloy
- ✓ Precision Fit for Your Vehicle
- ✓ Full-Coverage Component Protection
- ✓ Corrosion-Resistant Construction
- ✓ Ventilated Design for Heat Dissipation
- ✓ Bolt-On Installation — No Drilling Required
Key Features
- Material: 6mm High-Strength Aluminium Alloy
- Thickness: 6mm
- Weight: 7.2 kg
- Finish: Textured Matte Black Powder Coat (zinc primer base layer)
- Construction: Deep-Stamped with Reinforcing Ribs for Maximum Rigidity
- Mounting: Bolt-On — Uses Factory Mounting Points, No Drilling Required
- Protection: Provides comprehensive protection for the transfer case housing and driveshaft connections
- Fitment: Vehicle-Specific — Precision Laser-Cut for Nissan Navara D23/D40
Why Choose Aluminium Over Steel?
- Significant Weight Savings — Aluminium is approximately 40% lighter than steel, preserving your Navara’s payload and fuel economy.
- Superior Corrosion Resistance — Aluminium naturally resists rust — essential for tropical and coastal driving conditions.
- Excellent Energy Absorption — Aluminium absorbs impact energy rather than transmitting forces into the chassis.
- Engineered for Modern Utes — Designed to protect without affecting your Navara’s ride quality or GVM.
What’s Included
- ✓ RIVAL 4x4 Transfer Case Bash Plate
- ✓ Complete Mounting Hardware & Fitting Kit
- ✓ High-Tensile Bolts & Fasteners
- ✓ Installation Instructions
Installation
- Difficulty: Straightforward — suitable for experienced DIY installers or any qualified 4WD workshop
- Requirements: Basic hand tools (spanners, socket set, torque wrench).
- Bolt-On Design: Attaches directly to factory mounting points on your Navara. No drilling or modifications required.
- Time: Approximately 30–60 minutes.
- Professional Installation: Available through RIVAL 4x4’s national dealer network.
Built for Australian Conditions
Australia’s off-road environment is among the harshest on earth. From razor-sharp rocks to sun-baked corrugations, from salt-crusted coastal tracks to tropical creek crossings — your Navara’s underside faces relentless punishment. RIVAL 4x4 bash plates are engineered for these conditions with 6mm aluminium construction, reinforcing ribs, and a corrosion-resistant finish that stands up to salt air, red dust, and everything in between.
Perfect For
- Remote Touring & Overlanding — Protect your transfer case on extended outback trips
- Coastal & Beach Driving — Corrosion-resistant aluminium for salt-air environments
- Tradies & Work Sites — Defend your Navara on rough construction and farm sites
- Weekend Off-Road Adventures — Hit technical tracks with 4WD confidence
- Daily Protection & Peace of Mind — Guard against everyday hazards
Compatibility
Nissan Navara D23 (2015-On) — 2.3L Twin-Turbo Diesel (YS23DDT), 2.5L Petrol (QR25DE) — All 4WD variants: RX, SL, ST, ST-X, Pro-4X, Warrior trims
Nissan Navara D40 (2005-2015) — 2.5L Turbo Diesel (YD25DDTi), 4.0L V6 Petrol (VQ40DE) — All 4WD variants