RCI Offroad Skid Plate Package | 2024-Present Tacoma
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A comprehensive 3-piece suite protecting your engine, oil pan, transmission, and transfer case from costly trail damage.
Precision laser-cut design mounts directly to existing factory points on your 4th Gen Tacoma—no drilling or cutting required.
Features a built-in oil drain port, allowing you to perform routine oil changes without ever having to remove the skid plates.
Reinforced edges for maximum rigidity and recessed bolt protector rings to shield hardware from being sheared off by rocks.
Maximum Undercarriage Protection. No-Drill Installation. Made in the USA.
The Ultimate Defense for Your 4th Gen TacomaYour 2024+ Toyota Tacoma is an investment designed for adventure, but the factory underbody protection is often the weak link. The RCI Offroad Skid Plate Package provides a complete armor suite, shielding your engine, transmission, and transfer case from the harshest trail obstacles.
Custom-fit specifically for the 4th Generation Tacoma, these plates are laser-cut from your choice of 3/16" Steel for maximum impact resistance or 1/4" Aluminum for lightweight durability. This is not just a cosmetic upgrade—it is professional-grade recovery insurance.
The Problem & The Solution:The Pain: OEM skid plates are often thin "splash guards" that buckle under the weight of the truck, leading to cracked oil pans or smashed transmission housings.
The RCI Solution: A heavy-duty, 3-piece system that creates a smooth, flat surface to slide over rocks while protecting the most vulnerable mechanical components of your drivetrain.
Key Features: RCI Full Armor Package
Includes three distinct plates covering the engine, oil pan, front differential, transmission, and the transfer case.
Direct bolt-on design utilizes existing factory attachment points. No permanent vehicle modifications are required.
Maintenance is a breeze. The integrated oil drain hole allows you to change your oil without ever removing the skid plate.
Recessed bolt heads are protected by steel rings, preventing physical damage and ensuring you can always unscrew them later.
Reinforced edges between cross-members provide incredible strength, preventing the plates from bending under load.
Steel plates come standard with a heavy-duty black powder coat to resist rust and corrosion in harsh environments.
The flat, continuous surface design prevents your truck from getting "hung up" on rocks or debris.
Designed and manufactured with precision in the USA, ensuring perfect fitment for the Gen 4 Tacoma platform.
Heavy-Duty Construction OptionsChoose your level of protection based on your driving style. The 3/16" Steel option is the go-to for rock crawling and technical trails, while the 1/4" Aluminum option offers superior rust resistance and weight savings for overlanders.
128 lbs Steel Weight 65 lbs Aluminum Weight 3/16" Steel Thickness 1/4" Aluminum Thickness
"The fit and finish on these RCI plates for the 2024 Tacoma are second to none. I went with the aluminum to keep weight down, and they've already taken a few hard hits on the differential and oil pan without flinching. The oil drain hole is a lifesaver during service—no more wrestling with heavy plates every 5k miles."
- Mark S., Verified Tacoma Owner Fitment & Compatibility NoteHybrid Model Warning: Transmission and Transfer-case skid plates are not compatible with Tacoma Hybrid models. This package is verified to fit 4×4 TRD Off-Road non-hybrid models. Engine skid requires a front crossmember below the radiator.
*Repair costs are estimates. Does not include towing, shop labor, or the cost of being stranded on the trail.
| Feature | RCI Offroad Package | OEM "Protection" |
|---|---|---|
| Material | ✓ 3/16" Steel / 1/4" Aluminum | ✗ Thin Stamped Steel/Plastic |
| Coverage | ✓ Engine, Trans, Transfer-Case | ✗ Partial Engine Only |
| Maintenance | ✓ Integrated Oil Drain Port | ✗ Must remove plate |
| Hardware Protection | ✓ Bolt Protector Rings | ✗ Exposed Bolt Heads |
| Origin | ✓ Made in USA | Varies |
Precision fit for the new Tacoma chassis. Protects everything from the front two cross-members to the exhaust cross-pipe and transfer case.
2024 Tacoma 4x4 (Non-Hybrid) 2025 Tacoma 4x4 (Non-Hybrid)Note: TRD Off-Road models are verified; additional 4th gen trims are suspected to fit (confirmation pending). Some images may show A-arm skids, which are sold separately.
CA Residents: ⚠️ WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
The Transmission and Transfer-case skid plates in this package are currently not compatible with hybrid models due to differences in the drivetrain and battery components. RCI is continually developing new products, so check back for hybrid-specific fitments.
If you frequently visit rock-crawling trails or expect heavy impacts, 3/16" Steel is recommended for its ultimate strength. For general off-roading, overlanding, and salt-heavy environments, 1/4" Aluminum is ideal because it is nearly 50% lighter and naturally rust-resistant.
No drilling is required. This package is a direct bolt-on system that uses the factory mounting points already present on your Tacoma's frame.
Yes. The engine skid plate features a precision-cut oil drain hole, allowing you to drain the oil without removing the plate. Access to the oil filter is also considered in the design.
No, the A-Arm (Control Arm) skid plates are sold separately. This package focuses on the core drivetrain: Engine, Transmission, and Transfer-Case.
California Residents
Prop 65 Warning- Product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Proposition 65 is a California law passed in 1986. Its goals are to protect drinking water sources from toxic substances that may cause cancer and birth defects and to reduce or eliminate exposures to those chemicals generally, for example in consumer products, by requiring warnings in advance of those exposures.
The regulation requires the State of California to revise and republish yearly a list of chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm. The current list contains over 900 naturally occurring and synthetic chemicals. This regulation also requires manufacturers to place warnings on products that contain any of the chemicals listed by the State of California. No other states require warnings of this nature, and products with Prop 65 warning language are legal to sell in all states. Detailed information regarding requirements for compliance to the California Prop. 65 is can be found at: www.P65Warning.ca.gov
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