{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-250-2024-present-4x4-bash-plate-set-engine-transmission-2333-9580-1-6-s","title":"Toyota Land Cruiser 250 (2024-Present) 4x4 Bash Plate Set - Engine \u0026 Transmission","description":"\u003ch2\u003eToyota Land Cruiser 250 (2024–Present) Bash Plate Set – Engine \u0026amp; Transmission\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEssential Powertrain Protection: Engine \u0026amp; Transmission Bash Plates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/drive\/folders\/1WrjrMrv2l8brXlARaMXO4wjIc7DPXRCI\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInstallation Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCombined Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22.3 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser 250 represents a new chapter in off-road excellence, and protecting its powertrain should be your first modification. This RIVAL 4x4 two-piece bash plate set targets the two components most frequently damaged on rough terrain — the engine and transmission. Whether you’re breaking in your new LC250 on the sandy tracks of Fraser Island or testing it against the rocky ridgelines of the Flinders Ranges, these plates deliver peace of mind where it matters most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Complete Underbody Protection — Engine \u0026amp; Transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ High-Strength Aluminium Construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Precision Fit for Toyota Land Cruiser 250 (2024+)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Corrosion-Resistant Powder Coat Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Ventilated Design for Optimal Airflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Bolt-On Installation — No Drilling Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Cost-Effective Bundle — Save vs Buying Individually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Protected\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Bash Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e — The engine is the most expensive single component in your Land Cruiser. Its oil sump hangs low and exposed, making it the first casualty of rock strikes, hidden stumps, and rutted creek beds. This plate covers the engine’s entire lower surface with high-strength aluminium, absorbing impacts and deflecting debris before they can cause damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission Bash Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e — Directly behind the engine, the transmission casing is equally exposed to trail hazards. A dented or cracked housing causes fluid loss, overheating, and eventually complete gearbox failure. This plate provides continuous coverage from the rear of the engine plate, ensuring your drivetrain is protected in sequence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-strength aluminium alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCombined Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22.3 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Textured matte black powder coat — corrosion and UV resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct bolt-on to factory mounting points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Plates:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 (Engine + Transmission)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toyota Land Cruiser 250 (2024–Present) — all variants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Aluminium Over Steel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight Savings:\u003c\/strong\u003e At just 22.3 kg combined, this two-piece set adds minimal weight to your LC250 — keeping your payload available for touring essentials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminium’s self-forming oxide layer means zero rust risk from creek crossings, beach driving, or wet-season touring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminium flexes under impact rather than cracking, distributing force across the plate and protecting mounting points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModern Vehicle Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e The LC250’s new platform demands weight-conscious accessories — aluminium delivers protection without compromising the factory engineering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ 1x Engine Bash Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ 1x Transmission Bash Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Complete Mounting Hardware \u0026amp; Fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Fitting Instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate — straightforward for home mechanics with basic tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metric socket set, jack and axle stands or vehicle hoist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt-On Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both plates mount to factory attachment points — no drilling, cutting, or permanent modification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Install both plates together for continuous engine-to-transmission coverage in a single session\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for Australian Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Land Cruiser nameplate has been synonymous with the Australian outback for decades, and the new 250 series continues that legacy. But the terrain hasn’t changed — it’s still the same razor-sharp quartzite, submerged boulders, hidden tree roots, and corrugated bulldust that has always tested vehicles and their owners. Coastal salt, tropical monsoons, and desert heat add corrosive elements that factory protection simply isn’t built to handle long-term. RIVAL 4x4 bash plates are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutback Touring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Essential protection for any LC250 heading beyond the bitumen into remote Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal Adventures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corrosion-proof aluminium for beach access tracks and coastal 4WD routes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTradies \u0026amp; Work Vehicles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reliable underbody protection for LC250s on rural properties, construction sites, and mine access roads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOff-Road Weekenders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Weekend trail runs with confidence that your two most critical components are armoured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDaily Driving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protection from road debris, potholes, and speed bumps during everyday use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecision-engineered for the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser 250 (2024–Present)\u003c\/strong\u003e — all variants and drivetrain configurations. Compatible with the 2.8L turbodiesel (1GD-FTV) automatic 4WD. Designed for seamless integration with factory mounting points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy RIVAL 4x4?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian-Based Operations \u0026amp; Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dedicated local support team based in Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlobally Engineered. Locally Proven:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision manufacturing tested on real Australian tracks and trails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Strength Aluminium Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightweight, strong, and corrosion-resistant by nature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast Australia-Wide Dispatch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast delivery to any Australian address\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNational Dealer \u0026amp; Installation Network:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional fitting available through our dealer network Australia-wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart your LC250 build the right way — protect the powertrain first, explore everything after.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"#\" style=\"color:#e8600a;\"\u003eOrder now!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rival","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58634066034991,"sku":"2333.9580.1.6.S","price":898.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/1927\/5311\/files\/Toyota-Land-Cruiser-250-_2024-Present_-4x4-Bash-Plate-Set-Engine-_-Transmission-RIVAL-303000353.jpg?v=1791798842","url":"https:\/\/www.the4x4store.com.au\/products\/toyota-land-cruiser-250-2024-present-4x4-bash-plate-set-engine-transmission-2333-9580-1-6-s","provider":"The 4x4 Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}