RCI Fuel Tank Skid Plate – 2021+ Ford Bronco 4-Door | BRONCO-21-FUEL

Protect the large, low-hanging fuel tank on your 2021+ Ford Bronco 4-Door with the RCI Off Road Fuel Tank Skid Plate, part #BRONCO-21-FUEL.

The Bronco's fuel tank sits low beneath the vehicle, making it vulnerable to impacts from rocks, ledges and other trail obstacles. Its size and location can also create a potential high-centering point when traveling over difficult terrain.

RCI designed this heavy-duty fuel tank skid specifically for the 4-door Ford Bronco, providing substantial protection while maintaining a smooth, flat surface that helps the vehicle slide over obstacles instead of becoming hung up on the fuel tank area.

Available in your choice of 3/16-inch steel or lightweight 1/4-inch 5052 aluminum, the RCI Fuel Tank Skid Plate is an excellent upgrade for Broncos used for off-roading, rock crawling, overlanding and trail driving.

Important Fitment Notes

• Designed specifically for 2021+ Ford Bronco 4-Door

• RCI part number BRONCO-21-FUEL

• This is the 4-door Bronco version

• 2-door Broncos require the separate BRONCO-21-FUEL-2DR skid plate

• Direct bolt-on installation

• No drilling required

Vehicle Fitment

Ford Bronco 4-Door

• 2021+

• 6th Generation Bronco

IMPORTANT: This listing is for the 4-door Ford Bronco fuel tank skid plate.

The 2-door Bronco uses a different fuel tank configuration and requires RCI part BRONCO-21-FUEL-2DR.

Features

• Protects the Bronco's large, low-hanging fuel tank

• Designed specifically for 2021+ Ford Bronco 4-Door

• Choice of 3/16" steel or 1/4" 5052 aluminum

• Smooth, flat surface helps the Bronco slide over obstacles

• Helps protect against rocks, ledges and other trail hazards

• Helps reduce the risk of high-centering on the exposed fuel tank area

• Laser-cut construction

• Custom-fit design

• Direct bolt-on installation

• Uses existing factory attachment points

• No drilling required

• All installation hardware included

• Installation instructions included

• Black powder-coated finish available

• Made in the USA

• RCI part number BRONCO-21-FUEL

Protect Your Bronco's Fuel Tank

The fuel tank on the 6th-generation Ford Bronco is both large and positioned relatively low underneath the vehicle.

When traveling over rocks, ledges, ruts and uneven terrain, the fuel tank area can potentially make contact with trail obstacles. A direct impact can damage the tank or surrounding components, while its low position can also contribute to high-centering the vehicle.

The RCI Fuel Tank Skid Plate creates a substantial protective barrier underneath this vulnerable area.

It's an excellent upgrade for Broncos used for:

• Off-roading

• Rock crawling

• Overlanding

• Trail driving

• Camping

• Hunting and backcountry travel

• Technical terrain

• General underbody protection

Steel or Aluminum

RCI offers the BRONCO-21-FUEL in two material options.

3/16" Steel

The steel version is designed for Bronco owners who need maximum impact resistance for rugged and rocky terrain.

• Heavy-duty 3/16" steel construction

• Excellent impact resistance

• Ideal for demanding off-road terrain

• Heavy-duty black powder coat available

• Excellent corrosion protection when powder coated

• Approximate weight: 60 lbs.

Steel is an excellent choice for rock crawling, technical trails and Broncos that regularly encounter demanding terrain.

1/4" 5052 Aluminum

The aluminum version provides substantial fuel tank protection while dramatically reducing added vehicle weight.

• Heavy-duty 1/4" 5052 aluminum alloy

• Substantially stronger than factory skid plate protection

• Excellent rust and corrosion resistance

• Does not require a protective finish before installation

• Excellent strength-to-weight ratio

• Approximate weight: 30 lbs.

At approximately 30 lbs. versus 60 lbs. for steel, the aluminum version saves approximately 30 lbs. compared with the steel skid.

This makes aluminum particularly attractive for overlanding, daily-driven Broncos and builds where controlling overall vehicle weight is important.

Smooth, Flat Skid Surface

RCI designed the bottom of the fuel tank skid with a smooth, flat surface that helps the Bronco slide across rocks, ledges and other trail obstacles.

This is particularly important around the Bronco's large fuel tank, where exposed edges or an unprotected tank can create a potential snag or high-centering point.

The skid creates a more uniform surface underneath the fuel tank area while providing a substantial layer of protection.

Direct Bolt-On Installation

RCI designed the BRONCO-21-FUEL for straightforward installation using the Bronco's existing factory attachment points.

NO DRILLING REQUIRED.

All necessary installation hardware and instructions are included.

Material & Finish Options

RCI offers the fuel tank skid in the following configurations:

3/16" Steel

• Bare metal

• Heavy-duty black powder coat

1/4" 5052 Aluminum

• Bare aluminum

• Black powder coat

Raw aluminum provides excellent natural corrosion resistance and does not require a protective finish before installation.

The optional black powder coat provides a durable finished appearance and additional surface protection.

4-Door vs. 2-Door Bronco

THIS PRODUCT IS FOR THE 4-DOOR FORD BRONCO.

Ford uses different fuel tank configurations between the 2-door and 4-door Bronco, and RCI manufactures separate skid plates for each body style.

4-Door Bronco: RCI BRONCO-21-FUEL
2-Door Bronco: RCI BRONCO-21-FUEL-2DR

If you have a 2-door Ford Bronco, select the appropriate RCI 2-door fuel tank skid plate instead.

Product Specifications

Manufacturer: RCI Off Road / RCI Metalworks
Part Number: BRONCO-21-FUEL
Product: Fuel Tank Skid Plate
Vehicle: Ford Bronco
Model Years: 2021+
Body Style: 4-Door
Position: Fuel Tank
Steel Material: 3/16" Steel
Aluminum Material: 1/4" 5052 Aluminum Alloy
Steel Weight: Approximately 60 lbs.
Aluminum Weight: Approximately 30 lbs.
Finish Options: Bare Metal / Heavy-Duty Black Powder Coat
Installation: Direct Bolt-On
Drilling Required: No
Hardware: Included
Instructions: Included
Country of Manufacture: USA

Frequently Asked Questions

What vehicles does RCI BRONCO-21-FUEL fit?
RCI designed BRONCO-21-FUEL specifically for the 2021+ 4-door Ford Bronco.

Does this fit a 2-door Ford Bronco?
No. This is the 4-door Bronco version. RCI offers the separate BRONCO-21-FUEL-2DR fuel tank skid for 2-door Broncos.

Why should I add a fuel tank skid to my Bronco?
The Bronco's fuel tank is large and positioned relatively low beneath the vehicle, making it vulnerable to rocks, ledges and other trail obstacles. A skid plate adds a substantial protective barrier beneath the tank.

Can a fuel tank skid help with high-centering?
The RCI skid creates a smooth, flat surface underneath the fuel tank area that can help the Bronco slide across obstacles rather than catching directly on the exposed fuel tank area.

Should I choose steel or aluminum?
Choose 3/16" steel when maximum impact resistance is your priority. Choose 1/4" 5052 aluminum when you want substantial protection while minimizing additional vehicle weight.

How much does the steel version weigh?
RCI lists the 3/16" steel version at approximately 60 lbs.

How much does the aluminum version weigh?
RCI lists the 1/4" aluminum version at approximately 30 lbs.

How much weight does aluminum save?
Based on RCI's published specifications, the aluminum version saves approximately 30 lbs. compared with steel.

Does installation require drilling?
No. RCI designed the skid as a direct bolt-on addition to existing factory attachment points with no drilling required.

Is installation hardware included?
Yes. RCI includes all required installation hardware and instructions.

Is black powder coating available?
Yes. RCI offers a heavy-duty black powder-coated finish as well as bare material options.

Is the RCI Bronco Fuel Tank Skid Plate made in the USA?
Yes. RCI manufactures the BRONCO-21-FUEL in the USA.