{"product_id":"c4-fabrication-fuel-tank-skid-plate-for-6th-gen-toyota-4runner","title":"C4 Fabrication Fuel Tank Skid Plate for 6th Gen Toyota 4Runner","description":"\u003cp class=\"product-lead\"\u003eThe C4 Fabrication Fuel Tank Skid Plate is a frame-mounted steel undercarriage guard built for the 6th Generation Toyota 4Runner (2025 and newer), protecting the fuel tank from rocks, trail debris, and hard impacts on rough terrain. Constructed from 3\/16-inch P\u0026amp;O steel plate and weighing 57 lb, it replaces inadequate factory protection with a solid-bottom design that mounts directly to the frame. It is available in Raw (bare steel) or Powder Coat finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrame-Mounted for Real Impact Resistance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe C4 Fabrication fuel tank skid plate mounts directly to the 4Runner's frame rather than to body panels or crossmembers, which means impacts transfer to the strongest part of the chassis instead of flexing or tearing away from lighter attachment points. At 3\/16-inch P\u0026amp;O (pickled and oiled) steel plate, the skid is substantially thicker than typical factory underbody protection, giving the fuel tank a meaningful buffer against rock strikes and ledge impacts that would dent or puncture a thinner guard. That combination of frame attachment and material thickness is what separates purpose-built trail armor from stock coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSolid Bottom, Draining Sides\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe skid plate uses a solid bottom plate across its full span, so there are no gaps or cutouts underneath the fuel tank where a rock could sneak through. Integrated archways cut into the sides of the skid allow water, mud, and debris to drain out during and after trail use, preventing the buildup that can trap moisture against the tank and undercarriage over time. That drainage geometry means the skid does its job on the trail without creating a catch basin that accelerates corrosion between runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBolt-On Installation, No Cutting Required\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fuel tank skid plate is a 100% bolt-on design and includes all required mounting hardware. No cutting, drilling, or modification to the 4Runner is required for installation. Buyers choosing the Raw finish should paint or powder coat the skid before installation to prevent rust; C4 Fabrication recommends test-fitting the skid first to confirm alignment before sending it out for coating. The Powder Coat finish is ready to install as delivered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame-mounted attachment:\u003c\/strong\u003e bolts directly to the 4Runner's frame for superior strength and impact resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3\/16-inch P\u0026amp;O steel plate construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e heavy-duty material providing substantial protection against rocks and trail debris\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid bottom plate:\u003c\/strong\u003e full-coverage underside with no gaps beneath the fuel tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated side drainage archways:\u003c\/strong\u003e allow water, mud, and debris to clear without buildup\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% bolt-on design:\u003c\/strong\u003e all mounting hardware included, no cutting or modification required\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eToyota 4Runner, 6th Generation, 2025+\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e3\/16-inch P\u0026amp;O (pickled and oiled) steel plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e57 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFrame-mounted, bolt-on\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAll mounting hardware included\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFinish Options\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRaw (bare steel, requires paint or powder coat before installation); Powder Coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Is For and Isn't\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-fit-yes\"\u003eThis skid plate suits 6th Generation Toyota 4Runner owners (2025 and newer) who run rocky trails, forest roads, or other terrain where fuel tank strikes are a real risk and factory underbody protection is not sufficient. It is a strong fit for buyers who want a permanent, frame-mounted solution they can install themselves with basic hand tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-fit-no\"\u003eThis skid plate fits only the 6th Generation Toyota 4Runner (2025 and newer) and does not fit any earlier 4Runner generation or other Toyota models. Buyers choosing the Raw finish should plan for an additional paint or powder coat step before installation; the skid is not corrosion-protected in its bare-steel state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWhich 4Runner years does this skid plate fit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe C4 Fabrication Fuel Tank Skid Plate fits the 6th Generation Toyota 4Runner, model year 2025 and newer. It does not fit 5th Generation or earlier 4Runner models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWhat is the difference between the Raw and Powder Coat finish options?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe Raw finish ships as bare steel and must be painted or powder coated before installation to prevent rust. C4 Fabrication recommends test-fitting the skid plate first to verify alignment, then sending it for coating. The Powder Coat finish is treated at the factory and is ready to install as delivered, with no additional finishing step required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eDoes the skid plate include all the hardware needed for installation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eYes. The C4 Fabrication Fuel Tank Skid Plate includes all required mounting hardware. No additional hardware purchases are needed, and the bolt-on design requires no cutting or modification to the 4Runner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWhy is frame mounting better than factory attachment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eMounting the fuel tank skid plate directly to the 4Runner's frame transfers impact loads to the strongest structural member of the vehicle rather than to body panels or lighter crossmembers. This reduces the risk of the skid plate tearing away or deforming under hard rock strikes, which is the failure mode more common with factory-style underbody protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWill mud and water collect inside the skid plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe C4 Fabrication fuel tank skid plate includes integrated drainage archways cut into its sides, which allow water, mud, and trail debris to drain out rather than accumulate inside the skid. The solid bottom plate provides full coverage beneath the tank while the side archways handle drainage during and after off-road use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"C4 Fabrication","offers":[{"title":"Raw","offer_id":50621704011846,"sku":"1125-51200","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Powder Coat","offer_id":50621704044614,"sku":"1125-51200-01NA","price":599.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2203\/1686\/files\/6th-Gen-4Runner-Fuel-Tank-Skid-Plate-1.jpg?v=1791936974","url":"https:\/\/terrainvault.com\/products\/c4-fabrication-fuel-tank-skid-plate-for-6th-gen-toyota-4runner","provider":"TerrainVault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}