THE ULTIMATE LC250 SKID PLATE SYSTEM: 7075 ALUMINUM, ENHANCED BY UHMW SKID SURFACES
Off-roading can be rough on your new Land Cruiser 250, but with the 7000-Series Skid Plate System, you’ll be prepared for anything the trail throws your way. Not only is this built for serious off-roaders, it's been designed and engineered by real rock crawling enthusiasts. This modular skid plate system combines 3/16" 7075 aluminum, zinc-plated steel reinforcements, and a 1/4" UHMW wear surface to provide unparalleled protection and performance for your LC250. With skids for the Engine & Differential, Transmission, Transfer Case, Fuel Tank Skid and Exhause Systems, your drivetrain and undercarriage is shielded from the toughest terrain, minimizing added weight while maximizing seamless, smooth protection.
lessons from building Toyota, Ford, & Jeep skids these past few years, and other platforms for over a decade.
This design comes from decades of wheeling. The muddy hill climbs of Tennessee, and deserts of Arizona, Utah and California, have brought us here. Not only is this inspired by our product development teams time on the trail, and the Ultra4 Racing vehicles that rely on our parts, but also from feedback and experiences we get from you, our customers.
Whether you’re planning your first trip to the Rubicon, or your 10th trip to The Hammers, this one is built for you.
The 7000-Series Advantage: A Seamless, Rock-Slip Design
No Gaps, No Hang-Ups. One of the most overlooked aspects in off-road skid systems is the presence of gaps between skids, which can create vulnerable points where rocks and debris can catch. Our skids are meticulously designed to form a completely smooth, gap-free surface, preventing any point of contact that could get you stuck. This ensures your LC250 slides effortlessly over obstacles without the risk of hang-ups—letting you conquer the trail without hesitation. Looking for the oil drain hole? It's a removable, gapless, flush mounted access panel!
Steel | 6061-T6 | 7075-T6
the material throw down
Done watching "test videos" where a MFG calls the product "bulletproof" because a small caliber bounces off their skid?
We got creative and had some fun with a more analogous test. Spoiler alert: 7075-T6 really stands out.
Why Our Skid Plate System Stands Above the Rest
1. Lighter, Stronger, and Tougher than A36 Steel: Other systems rely entirely on A36 mild steel, but it’s heavy. Our 7075 aluminum delivers up to 73,000 psi of yield strength; stronger than the 36,300 psi yield strength of A36 steel. This means superior protection without added weight, improving performance on rugged trails and fuel efficiency on the road.
2. Superior to 6061-T6 Aluminum: While 6061-T6 aluminum is often used for off-road protection, 7075 aluminum is nearly twice as strong. Many of the skid systems claiming to be 6061-T6 on the market have also been welded without any post-welding heat treatment, meaning they have lost up to 40% of their strength in the heat affected zone, and are closer to 6061-T4 in temper - or 24,000 psi in tensile strength. (That's less than 5052-H32 Aluminum's post welding tensile strength of 25,500 psi)
Our 7075-T6 is processed flat, and remains unwelded to retain its original strength. 7075 combined with the structural benefits of the zinc-plated steel bracketry, heavy duty crossmembers, and UHMW skid surfaces, give your Bronco a skid plate system that’s tougher, longer-lasting, and designed for serious rock crawlers who push their vehicles to the limit.
3. Zinc-Plated Steel Reinforcements with Enhanced Corrosion Resistance: The zinc plating on our steel bracketry adds an extra layer of corrosion resistance, ensuring that every component of your skid plate system withstands the elements. Whether you're crawling through mud, driving in wet conditions, or riding your skids through a rocky canyon trail, this system is designed to last. The zinc plating matches the durability and longevity of the 7075 aluminum, giving you a skid plate that stays strong and rust-free for years.
4. Enhanced Performance with UHMW Wear Surfaces: This one comes from the world of competition rock buggies and rock racing. Our skid plate system includes a UHMW (Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene) wear surface beneath the aluminum, offering low-friction properties that help your LC250 slide over obstacles. The UHMW layer not only distributes impacts to protect your undercarriage but also prevents the vehicle from getting stuck as easily by reducing friction—making your off-road experience smoother, reducing the number of attempts required per obstacle, and reducing wear and tear on your vehicle.
modular design for maximum coverage
Exhaust Skid
The exhaust skid features a gap-free design to prevent hang-ups, with steel reinforcements along all edges, and a 1/4" UHMW surface to ensure durability and virtually frictionless performance!
Shop nowEngine & Differential Skid
This engine/differential skid features a gap-free design to prevent hang-ups, with steel reinforcements along all edges, and a 1/4" UHMW surface to ensure durability and virtually frictionless performance!
Transmission Skid
We have watched a few folks discover this first hand: any damage to the oil pans of your engine or transmission can leave you stranded on the trail, waiting for help. This transmission skid features a gap-free design to prevent hang-ups, with steel reinforcements along all edges, and a 1/4" UHMW surface to ensure durability and frictionless performance to get you home at the end of the day!
Transfer Case Skid
Built to absorb impacts, the Transfer Case skid offers superior strength with no gaps where it meets the engine & transmission skid in addition to the fuel tank skid, so rocks won’t find a place to lodge themselves. While the transfer case itself has no oil pan, its cast aluminum casing is something we have seen fail if left exposed to rocks, and even fail when steel skids beneath have collapsed and rubbed through the casing over time. A working transfer case is required for 4 low, 4 high, and even proper 2wd power transmission to your axles.
3 Piece Design
Fuel Tank Skid
You won’t get very far without fuel, and it’s never a fun mess to clean up if you do manage to spring a leak in your fuel tank. Our Three-piece Fuel Tank skid provides smooth, continuous protection for your fuel system, making installation easier without compromising on full, gap-free coverage. This skid meshes seamlessly with the transfer case and engine & transmission skids, and features the same steel reinforcements you’ll find across the rest of the skid system.
heavy duty steel
cross members
Backing up the belly of the beast, is a heavy duty 1/4" thick steel crossmember. This connects your front fuel tank skid, mid fuel tank skid, transfer case skid, and event ties into your frame's crossmember at the very center of the belly!
frame
mounting rails
Along the outside edge of the fuel tank, you'll find 3/16" thick steel mounting rails. These provide a strong cross section underneath your frame rails, and feature internal gussets for additional strength.
These ultimately are covered up by UHMW, and feature a 40 degree "boatside" slope on them to keep you moving along on the trail.
Key Benefits
- Seamless, Smooth Protection: The gap-free design prevents rocks or debris from catching on the skids, giving you uninterrupted, frictionless movement over rough terrain.
- Total Protection with Minimal Weight: The 7075 aluminum provides a high-strength, lightweight shield, preserving your LC250's agility on rocky trails and steep climbs.
- Zinc-Plated Steel Reinforcements: In critical impact areas, zinc-plated steel brackets provide extra strength, while ensuring corrosion resistance.
- Frictionless Performance with UHMW: The 1/4" UHMW wear surface helps distribute impacts and allows your LC250 to glide over obstacles, further reducing the risk of getting stuck.
- Reduced Wear On Drivetrain and Axles: By reducing friction and hang-ups, you also reduce the number of full-throttle attempts you might have needed with your previous skids to make the ‘breakover’ on obstacles. This means less wear and tear on your u-joints, CVs, axle shafts and drivetrain over time. Next time your spotter says “bump it”, this helps really make it count!
- Easily Make It Like-New: Ever need to clean up the bottom of your LC250 after years of tough trails? Just replace the UHMW and your skids will look like new!
why choose next venture?
At Next Venture Motorsports, we understand the demands of true off-road enthusiasts. From our early days of conception in the rocks of Southern Arizona, to product testing across the country and even Ultra 4 test vehicles, our product development team lives and breathes motorsports on the rocks.
Our 7000-Series Skid Plate System combines the latest materials and technologies—7075 aluminum, zinc-plated steel bracketry, and UHMW skid surfaces—to create a product that’s as durable as it is lightweight. Engineered to provide maximum protection in the most critical areas, this system is built to keep your Bronco’s undercarriage and drivetrain safe while you conquer any terrain.
Ready to Upgrade?
With our 7000-Series Skid Plate System, you’re not just getting a piece of armor; you’re investing in reliable, American Made, long-lasting protection for your vehicle. The combination of lightweight materials and corrosion resistance ensures your Bronco performs better and lasts longer, even in the harshest conditions.
Order Now and Get Ready For Your Next Adventure!
The 7000-Series Skid Plate System is available now! Equip your LC250 with the ultimate in strength, corrosion resistance, and off-road performance. Place your order today and hit the trails with confidence!
done in house
made in usa
We make these in house. That means Developed, laser cut, cnc formed, welded, packaged & shipped from our facility in grand junction, colorado.
uhmw faq
will the uhmw hardware damage the fuel tank?
No: The UHMW panels are secured to the aluminum skid using small nylock jamnuts. Countersunk bolts of very specific lengths are used to avoid excessive threads on the backside (top) of the skid. We also provide rubber snap on covers to provide additional protection to prevent wear on the fuel tanks!
what our customers are saying
★★★★★After this go around with Moab and Holy cross, the diff skids did their job and protected my Jeep. My rear aluminum bumper performed phenomenally on the trail!
Rennato Lopez
Colorado Springs, CO
★★★★★Can’t say enough about Dan and his ultra skilled team! Dan was able to get us in for a skidplate with UHMW & sliders for our JKUR. The fit, finish and quality are just out of this world! Can you say “stacked dimes”? Absolutely gorgeous welds…
Lance Wende
Montrose, CO
★★★★★2 years later I'm writing this review. I've beaten the crap out of this thing hitting rocks, winching, draging it down obstacles, and now exposed to the Florida elements. The bumper looks like it did the day they sent it. You will not find a better company to work with that cares about their clients and their products!
Kelly Colwell
Panama City, FL
★★★★★My rear Next Venture diff skid takes a beating! Best rear diff skid available. Well done!
Lee Bower
★★★★★Without a doubt, Next Venture Motorsports is my first stop for epic Jeep parts. Their JL aluminum front and rear featherweight bumpers are solidly built, easy enough to install, and crafted to perfection. I can't wait for more products for my 2 door JL!
Michael Collette
Kimberly, WI
★★★★★They invited me and my whole crew in for a tour of the facility on our way to Moab. These guys not only produce amazing armor for your Jeep, they are really good people. So, I’ve been running their rear diff skid for 9 months and it has easily held up to everything I’ve thrown at it.
Gary Swogger
Felton, DE
