{"product_id":"gwm-tank-300-500-2021-present-rival-4x4-engine-and-radiator-protection-aluminium-bash-plate-set","title":"GWM Tank 300\/500 (2021-Present) Rival 4x4 Engine \u0026 Radiator Protection Aluminium Bash Plate Set","description":"\u003ch4\u003eGWM Tank 300\/500 (2021-Present) Rival 4x4 Engine \u0026amp; Radiator Protection Aluminium Bash Plate Set\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRival 4x4 aluminium bash plate protection designed to shield key underbody components in tough conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied by \u003cstrong\u003ePPD Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Rival 4x4 product is selected for Australian 4WD owners who want quality, protection and dependable fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAluminium Bash Plate Set — Engine \u0026amp; Radiator | GWM Tank 300\/500 (2021–Present) 4WD\u003c\/h2\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCombined Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11 kg (approx.)\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eEvery off-road journey starts with a functioning engine and a working cooling system — which is exactly why this RIVAL 4x4 two-plate set focuses on the two most critical and most commonly damaged components underneath the GWM Tank 300 and Tank 500. The engine sump and radiator sit lowest and take the most direct hits from rocks, gravel and trail debris, and replacing either one costs significantly more than this entire protection set. At approximately 11 kg, these precision-fit 6mm aluminium plates add virtually no weight while delivering genuine peace of mind on every trip, from the daily commute to the weekend trail ride.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e✓ Complete Underbody Protection — Engine \u0026amp; Radiator Coverage\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e✓ High-Strength 6mm Aluminium Alloy Construction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e✓ Precision Fit for GWM Tank 300\/500 (2021–Present)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e✓ Corrosion-Resistant Powder Coat Finish\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e✓ Ventilated Design for Optimal Airflow\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e✓ Bolt-On Installation — No Drilling Required\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e✓ Cost-Effective Bundle — Save vs Buying Individually\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eWhat's Protected\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEngine Bash Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e — The Tank's 2.0L turbo petrol engine is the most valuable and most vulnerable component beneath the vehicle. The oil sump protrudes below the engine block, fully exposed to rocks, stumps and ruts on off-road tracks. A single hard strike can crack the sump, drain the oil and seize the engine in minutes. This plate provides full-coverage protection for the sump and lower engine block, deflecting impacts and distributing force across its 6mm aluminium surface.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRadiator Bash Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e — The radiator keeps your engine within safe operating temperatures — a critical function, especially in the Australian heat. Sitting at the front of the vehicle, it's constantly bombarded by stones, gravel and debris from unsealed roads. A punctured radiator core drains coolant rapidly, leading to engine overheating and potential damage. This plate provides a robust aluminium barrier across the entire radiator area, ensuring your cooling system stays intact.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6mm high-strength aluminium alloy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCombined Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 11 kg\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Textured matte black powder coat\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bolt-on to factory mounting points — no drilling or permanent modification\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Plates:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 (Engine + Radiator)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e GWM Tank 300 (2021–Present), GWM Tank 500 (2021–Present) — 4WD variants\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Aluminium Over Steel?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWeight Savings:\u003c\/strong\u003e At roughly 11 kg for two full-size plates, aluminium adds virtually nothing to the Tank's kerb weight. Fuel economy, suspension performance and handling remain unchanged.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminium doesn't rust. Whether your Tank lives near the ocean, works in the tropics or explores dusty outback roads, these plates stay corrosion-free for the life of the vehicle.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEnergy Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminium absorbs and redistributes impact energy through controlled flex, protecting the engine and radiator from the full force of rock strikes and underbody impacts.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAccessible Entry Point:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two plates at minimal weight and competitive cost make this the most accessible way to start protecting your Tank's underbody. Upgrade to the three, four or five-plate set later if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e✓ 1 x Aluminium Engine Bash Plate\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e✓ 1 x Aluminium Radiator Bash Plate\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e✓ Complete Mounting Hardware \u0026amp; Bolts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e✓ Step-by-Step Installation Instructions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy — one of the simplest bash plate installs available\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard socket set, jack and jack stands (or vehicle hoist)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBolt-On Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two plates, factory mounting points, no drilling or permanent modification\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both plates can be installed in well under an hour\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eBuilt for Australian Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eAustralian roads and tracks don't care what badge is on the front of your vehicle — they attack every exposed underbody component equally. From the gravel highways of rural New South Wales to the rock-strewn trails of the Flinders Ranges, from beach driving on Fraser Island to the corrugated red-dirt of the Tanami — your Tank's engine and radiator face constant risk. RIVAL 4x4's aluminium plates are built specifically for this punishment, providing durable, corrosion-resistant protection that handles every challenge the Australian landscape presents.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWeekend Adventures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gravel roads, fire trails, national parks and state forests\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCoastal Driving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beach access tracks and salt-air environments\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDaily Driving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Potholes, speed bumps, road debris and gravel roads\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFirst-Time Off-Roaders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Essential starter protection before venturing off the bitumen\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBudget-Conscious Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maximum value for the two most critical components\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGWM Tank 300 (2021–Present) — 4WD variants\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGWM Tank 500 (2021–Present) — 4WD variants\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEngine: 2.0L Turbocharged Petrol\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eWhy RIVAL 4x4?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian-Based Operations \u0026amp; Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Local team ready to help Australian Tank owners with advice and warranty support\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGlobally Engineered. 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