C4 Fabrication Tacoma Rear Skid Plates / 2nd Gen / 3rd Gen / 2005-2023

The C4 Fabrication Tacoma Rear Skid Plates deliver rugged, bolt-on protection for your 2005-2023 Tacoma’s undercarriage. Designed for both 2nd and 3rd generation Tacomas, this kit shields the transmission, transfer case, and exhaust (including catalytic converters) so you can tackle rocky trails with confidence. A unique bolt-in crossmember adds unmatched strength to the transfer-case protection, and it’s compatible with C4 front skid plates for complete underbody defense.

Key Features

• Protects transmission, transfer case and exhaust (including catalytic converters)
• Unique bolt-in crossmember for maximum strength and transfer-case protection
• Available without the exhaust clearance drop for Tacomas with exhaust reroute (flat fill plate will be welded in place)
• Does not work without a C4 front skid plate; works with C4 front skid plates
• Made from 3/16" CNC cut steel
• 100% bolt-on design
• Weighs 94 lb
• Includes transmission and transfer case skid plates only (does not include front skid plate)
• Available in steel only
• Powder-coated option available; otherwise painting or powder coating before installation is recommended to prevent rust
• All mounting hardware included

What’s Included

• Transmission skid plate
• Transfer case skid plate
• All necessary mounting hardware
• Note: Does not include the front skid plate

Fitment & Compatibility

• For Toyota Tacoma 2005–2023 (2nd Gen and 3rd Gen)
• Requires a C4 front skid plate to install; it is designed to work with C4 front skid plates
• Variant available without the exhaust clearance drop for Tacomas with exhaust reroute (flat fill plate welded in place)

Materials & Finish

• Construction: 3/16" CNC cut steel
• Finish: Steel (powder-coated option available)
• Maintenance: If a powder-coated finish is not selected, painting or powder coating is recommended before installation to prevent rust

Use Scenarios

• Overlanding: maximizes protection on remote roads and uneven terrain
• Rock crawling and trail riding: guards critical underbody components from impacts
• Desert expeditions: shields exhaust and drivetrain from rocky debris