{"product_id":"aluminum-fuel-tank-bash-plate-toyota-hilux-2005-2015-2333-5793-1-6","title":"Aluminum Fuel Tank Bash Plate - Toyota Hilux 2005-2015","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAluminium Fuel Tank Bash Plate — Toyota Hilux (2005-2015)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuel Tank Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eInstallation Manual - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/drive\/folders\/1LB00UJbjgwVqDXqU1ZaLOASm6zRqrB0v\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.2 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you're pushing through the savannah woodlands of the Gulf Country, where creek crossings and termite mounds create an obstacle course for your underbody, your Toyota Hilux's fuel tank is a constant target. These earlier-generation Hiluxes are renowned for their bulletproof reliability — but their fuel tanks are as vulnerable as any other vehicle's when rocks and debris strike from below. The RIVAL 4x4 Fuel Tank Bash Plate delivers precision-engineered protection for your fuel tank — a puncture here doesn't just mean an expensive repair, it means you're stranded in some of Australia's most remote country. Crafted from deep-stamped 6mm high-strength aluminium alloy, this 11.2 kg plate ensures your Hilux's legendary go-anywhere reputation stays intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ High-Strength 6mm Aluminium Alloy Construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Precision Fit — Vehicle-Specific Design for Toyota Hilux (2005-2015)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Complete Fuel Tank Shielding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Corrosion-Resistant Powder Coat Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Ventilated Design for Airflow \u0026amp; Debris Drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Bolt-On Installation — No Drilling Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6mm Deep-Stamped High-Strength Aluminium Alloy (5251 grade)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.2 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Textured Matte Black Polymer Powder Coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct bolt-on to factory mounting points — no drilling or chassis modification required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toyota Hilux (2005-2015)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Aluminium Over Steel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight Savings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminium is approximately 40% lighter than steel, preserving your Hilux's payload for the loads it was built to carry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike steel, aluminium naturally forms a protective oxide layer. Combined with powder coating, your bash plate won't rust — even on a vehicle that's already seen years of service in harsh conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy Absorption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminium's natural flex absorbs and distributes impact energy across the plate rather than transferring sharp jolts directly to the fuel tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModern Protection for Proven Vehicles:\u003c\/strong\u003e These Hiluxes are legendary for longevity. Aluminium bash plates extend that service life by protecting critical components from accumulated trail damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ 1x RIVAL Fuel Tank Bash Plate for Toyota Hilux (2005-2015)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Complete Mounting Hardware \u0026amp; Fitting Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ High-Tensile Bolts \u0026amp; Fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Installation Instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy — suitable for home mechanics with basic tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard socket set, jack \u0026amp; stands or vehicle hoist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt-On Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mounts directly to factory mounting points with no drilling, cutting, or permanent modification. Fully reversible installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for Australian Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2005-2015 Toyota Hilux is one of the most common utes on Australian roads and tracks. Many of these vehicles have done serious mileage in tough conditions, making underbody protection more important than ever. Whether yours is a farm workhorse, a tradie's daily driver, or a touring rig that's seen every corner of the country, RIVAL protection keeps it going longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRIVAL bash plates are engineered for Australian conditions. The deep-stamped construction creates integrated stiffening ribs that provide up to two times the impact resistance of flat-plate designs. The powder coat finish resists UV degradation, salt corrosion, and the red dust that defines outback driving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-distance outback touring — Cape York, Gibb River Road, Simpson Desert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoastal driving where salt air accelerates corrosion on exposed components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTradies and fleet vehicles operating on construction sites, farms, and mining roads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerious off-road adventures including rock crawling, river crossings, and rutted tracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaily driving with peace of mind knowing your fuel tank is protected from road hazards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toyota Hilux (2005-2015)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.7L Petrol, 3.0L Turbo Diesel (1KD-FTV), 4.0L V6 Petrol\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariants:\u003c\/strong\u003e All cab configurations and trim levels. Verify fitment with your vehicle's build date and chassis number if unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy RIVAL 4x4?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian-Based Operations \u0026amp; Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Local team, local warranty, local knowledge. Phone and email support from people who actually drive these tracks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlobally Engineered. Locally Proven:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed using advanced CAD\/CAM and FEA stress analysis, then tested on Australia's toughest tracks to ensure real-world performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Strength Aluminium Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium 5251-grade alloy, deep-stamped for maximum rigidity, finished with durable polymer powder coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast Australia-Wide Dispatch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stocked locally for rapid delivery to metro, regional, and remote addresses across Australia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNational Dealer \u0026amp; Installation Network:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional fitting available through RIVAL's network of authorised dealers and 4x4 workshops across every state and territory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour Hilux has proven itself over years of service. 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