RIVAL 4x4 Dodge RAM / TRX (2018-Present) Transmission Bash Plate — Aluminium
Engine Protection
Weight: 5.0 kg
Your Dodge RAM / TRX’s transmission is the heart of every adventure — from corrugated dirt roads to rocky creek crossings across Finke Gorge National Park in central Australia. Without proper protection, a single impact from a hidden rock can crack the sump, leaving you stranded. The RIVAL 4x4 Engine Bash Plate delivers precision-engineered underbody armour that shields your HEMI engine’s most vulnerable components.
- ✓ 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: 5.0 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: Full-coverage protection for the engine oil pan, sump, and lower engine block
- Fitment: Vehicle-Specific — Precision Laser-Cut for Dodge RAM / TRX
Why Choose Aluminium Over Steel?
- Significant Weight Savings — Aluminium is approximately 40% lighter than steel.
- Superior Corrosion Resistance — Naturally resists rust.
- Excellent Energy Absorption — Absorbs impact energy.
- Engineered for Full-Size Trucks — Designed for the RAM without adding unnecessary weight.
What’s Included
- ✓ RIVAL 4x4 Transmission Bash Plate
- ✓ Complete Mounting Hardware & Fitting Kit
- ✓ High-Tensile Bolts & Fasteners
- ✓ Installation Instructions
Installation
- Difficulty: Straightforward
- Requirements: Basic hand tools.
- Bolt-On Design: Factory mounting points. No drilling required.
- Time: Approximately 30–60 minutes.
- Professional Installation: Available through RIVAL 4x4’s dealer network.
Built for Australian Conditions
From razor-sharp outback rocks to coastal gravel roads, your RAM’s engine needs serious protection. RIVAL delivers 6mm aluminium construction with deep-stamped ribs and corrosion-resistant finish for every Australian condition.
Perfect For
- Remote Touring & Overlanding
- Coastal & Beach Driving
- Tradies & Work Sites
- Weekend Off-Road Adventures
- Daily Protection & Peace of Mind
Compatibility
Dodge RAM 1500 (2018-Present) — 5.7L HEMI V8, 5.7L HEMI V8 Hybrid (eTorque), 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 — All 4WD variants
RAM 1500 TRX — 6.2L Supercharged HEMI V8 — All variants