RIVAL Aluminum Rear Differential Skid Plate for 2024+ Ineos Grenadier & Grenadier Quartermaster
The RIVAL aluminum rear differential skid plate protects one of the most exposed and vulnerable components on the Ineos Grenadier and Grenadier Quartermaster undercarriage. Engineered from deep-stamped 1/4" aluminum alloy, this skid plate delivers serious impact resistance while saving up to 30% in weight over a comparable steel unit - a meaningful difference when you're managing sprung and unsprung mass on a capable off-road build.
Installation is completely bolt-on, using the Grenadier's existing factory mounting ports with no drilling or cutting required. The plate sits tight to the undercarriage thanks to concealed fittings that reduce snag points on rocks and obstacles. Stiffening and reinforcing ribs run through the structure to distribute impact loads, and drainage apertures plus airflow slots prevent mud and water buildup behind the plate.
The finish is marine-grade aluminum coated first in zinc primer then matte metallic silver powder coat. Unlike steel, aluminum won't rust even if the coating gets scratched or gouged in the field - corrosion resistance is built into the material, not just the surface treatment. RIVAL designs their skid plate systems specifically for each vehicle platform, so fitment and geometry are exact rather than adapted from a universal template.
Product Features
- Material: deep-stamped 1/4" aluminum alloy
- Weight: 9 lb
- Finish: zinc primer + matte metallic silver powder coat
- Weight savings: up to 30% lighter than comparable steel skid plates
- No-drill bolt-on installation - direct to factory mounting ports
- Stiffening and reinforcing ribs for impact load distribution
- Concealed fittings - minimal snag profile
- Drainage apertures and airflow/vent slots
- Non-corrosive marine-grade aluminum - rust-proof even if coating is damaged
- Part number: 2333.4505.1.6
Why RIVAL?
RIVAL builds vehicle-specific skid plate systems engineered for each platform rather than adapted from a universal catalog. Every plate is designed around the actual geometry and mounting architecture of the target vehicle. Their aluminum construction philosophy prioritizes the balance between impact resistance and weight - using material thickness and stamped structure to achieve strength, not raw mass.
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles does this fit?
The 2024+ Ineos Grenadier (Base, Fieldmaster, Trialmaster) and the 2024+ Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster (Base, Fieldmaster, Trialmaster).
Does this require drilling or cutting?
No. The skid plate installs directly to the existing factory mounting ports on the Grenadier. No modifications to the vehicle are required.
Why aluminum over steel?
Aluminum saves up to 30% in weight compared to an equivalent steel plate. It's also non-corrosive at the material level - even if the powder coat gets scratched or gouged off-road, the aluminum underneath won't rust. Steel requires the coating to remain intact to prevent corrosion.
How thick is the material?
1/4-inch (6mm) deep-stamped aluminum alloy. Stiffening and reinforcing ribs are built into the stamped structure to maximize strength without adding thickness.
What is the skid plate's weight?
12 lb.
Is an installation manual available?
Yes. RIVAL provides an installation manual - available via the RIVAL USA website for part number 2333.4505.1.6.
Fitment: 2024+ Ineos Grenadier (Base / Fieldmaster / Trialmaster) / 2024+ Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster (Base / Fieldmaster / Trialmaster)
