Aluminium Front Bar — Isuzu D-Max (2017–2019)
Includes RIVAL FOG Lights (Set of 2)
Weight: 46 kg
The Isuzu D-Max has long been the quiet achiever of Australia's ute market — renowned for its bulletproof 3.0L turbo-diesel engine and workhorse reliability. The RIVAL Aluminium Front Bar matches that reputation with robust, lightweight protection purpose-built for the 2017–2019 D-Max. Whether you're hauling fencing supplies through the muddy paddocks of Gippsland or shielding against roo strikes on the Barrier Highway between Broken Hill and Nyngan, this bar delivers the defence your D-Max needs to keep working.
- ✓ ADR69-Compliant & Airbag Compatible — Road-legal across Australia
- ✓ Winch-Ready Design — Integrated steel winch cradle for winches up to 12,000 lbs
- ✓ Includes 2x RIVAL FOG Lights — Superior visibility in dust and low light
- ✓ Corrosion-Resistant — Textured matte black powder coat finish
- ✓ Sensor Compatible — Works with factory parking sensors
- ✓ Radar Compatible — Retains factory radar-based safety systems
- ✓ Built-in Aluminium Bash Plate — Integrated underbody protection
- ✓ Integrated WLL 5,000 kg Recovery Points
Key Features
- Material: 6mm high-strength aluminium alloy (5283 H111 grade)
- Weight: 46 kg — significantly lighter than steel alternatives
- Finish: Textured matte black powder coat
- Recovery Points: Integrated WLL 5,000 kg rated recovery points
- Sensor Compatibility: Yes — compatible with factory parking sensors
- Radar Compatibility: Yes — compatible with factory radar systems
- Winch Mount: 5mm thick steel winch cradle; compatible with winches up to 12,000 lbs
- Lighting: Supplied with 2x RIVAL FOG Lights; RIVAL by Osram Premium 3-Function Lights available separately
- Bash Plate: Built-in aluminium underbody bash plate
- Number Plate: Flip-up number plate kit included
- Compliance: ADR69 compliant, airbag compatible, crash tested
- Fitment: Isuzu D-Max (2017–2019) — All variants
Why Choose Aluminium Over Steel?
Reduced Front-End Weight
At 46 kg, this bar preserves the D-Max's payload capacity and fuel efficiency — critical for tradies who need every kilogram of payload for tools and materials.
Superior Corrosion Resistance
Aluminium naturally resists rust, even after years of paddock work, coastal exposure and wet-season driving in tropical Australia.
Engineered Energy Management
Aluminium construction deforms progressively under impact, assisting in controlled energy dispersion during a collision.
Optimised for Modern Vehicles
Supports correct airbag deployment timing and reduces front-axle loading for consistent braking and steering performance.
What's Included
- ✓ 1x RIVAL Aluminium Front Bar
- ✓ 2x RIVAL FOG Lights
- ✓ 5mm steel winch mount cradle
- ✓ Flip-up number plate kit
- ✓ Built-in aluminium bash plate
- ✓ Complete mounting hardware & bolts
- ✓ Installation instructions
Not Included: Winch, hawse, shackles (sold separately).
Installation
Difficulty Level: Moderate — Professional installation recommended
Requirements: Standard hand tools, torque wrench
Direct Bolt-On Design — Full OE bumper replacement. No permanent chassis modifications required.
ADR Compliance & Safety
- ✓ ADR69 Compliant — Meets Australian Design Rules for frontal protection systems
- ✓ Airbag Compatible — Engineered to maintain correct airbag deployment
- ✓ Crash Tested — Tested to ensure occupant and pedestrian safety standards
Perfect For
- Touring & Remote Australian Travel — Gippsland, outback NSW, Barrier Highway
- Coastal & Corrosion-Prone Environments
- Tradies, Farmers & Fleet Operators
- Protection Against Animal Strikes — kangaroos, wombats, cattle
- Off-Road Recovery Operations
Compatibility
Fits: Isuzu D-Max (2017–2019) — All variants including:
SX, EX, LS-M, LS-T, LS-U, X-Runner (3.0L 4JJ1-TC Turbo-Diesel)
Winch Compatibility
Integrated 5mm steel winch cradle accommodates winches up to 12,000 lbs, including synthetic and wire rope models such as WARN VR EVO 12-S, Runva 11XP, and Smittybilt X2O 12K.