2021+ F-150 XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, and Platinum trims have an active air dam — the small flap below the front bumper that lowers automatically at highway speeds to improve aerodynamics.
If you have a 2021 or newer F-150 in one of those trims, select "Has Active Air Dam." Base XL and STX trims, and all 2015–2020 trucks, do not have it.
Good news: the active air dam is removable. Taking it off lets our skid plate cover more of the underbody for maximum protection — a popular choice for off-road and overland builds.
Still unsure? Text us a photo of your front bumper at (970) 341-4221 and we'll confirm in minutes.
All Juggernaut USA skid plates are engineered for true bolt-on installation. No drilling, cutting, or welding is required.
If you're in the Denver, Colorado area, our expert technicians can install this product for you. Our shop installs these every day at competitive rates, backed by a lifetime warranty on labor. Schedule your installation or call (970) 341-4221.
| Brand | Juggernaut USA |
| Product Type | Skid Plate |
| SKU | jg-f150-gen8-4wd-skid-set-blk-active |
| Material | 1/4-inch 5052-H32 Aluminum |
| Hardware | Grade 8 steel hardware (included) |
| Weight | 70.0 lb |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Manufacturer's Warranty |
| Country of Origin | Made in USA (Colorado) |
| Installation | Bolt-on, no drilling required |
| Years | Vehicle | Drive | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015–2027 | Ford F-150 | 4x4 | 5.0L Coyote |
| 2015–2027 | Ford F-150 | 4x4 | 3.5L EcoBoost |
| 2015–2027 | Ford F-150 | 4x2 | 5.0L Coyote |
| 2015–2026 | Ford F-150 | 4x4 | 2.7L EcoBoost |
| 2015–2026 | Ford F-150 | 4x2 | 2.7L EcoBoost |
| 2015–2017 | Ford F-150 | 4x4 | 3.7L V6 |
| 2015–2017 | Ford F-150 | 4x2 | 3.7L V6 |
| 2017–2027 | Ford F-150 | 4x2 | 3.5L EcoBoost |
| 2018–2021 | Ford F-150 | 4x4 | 3.0L Powerstroke |
| 2018–2021 | Ford F-150 | 4x2 | 3.0L Powerstroke |
| 2018–2023 | Ford F-150 | 4x4 | 3.3L V6 |
| 2018–2023 | Ford F-150 | 4x2 | 3.3L V6 |
| 2021–2027 | Ford F-150 | 4x4 | 3.5L PowerBoost Hybrid |
| 2021–2027 | Ford F-150 | 4x2 | 3.5L PowerBoost Hybrid |
Not sure about your vehicle? Use the fitment checker above — it verifies your exact year, drive, and engine.
*For 2021+ models you can choose to remove the factory active air dam and gain more protection or if you want to retain the factory active air dam select the option for compatible skid plate.
** Powerboost models include an additional transmission skid plate that is necessary to provide complete coverage of the transmission as it is pushed further back on the frame on these models.
Fits with PPE deep transmission pans!
Protect your 2015-Current Ford F150 engine, transmission, catalytic converters and transfer case from road debris, trail obstacles, theft and damage with our 1/4" aluminum skid plate.
The Ford F150 engine skid plate protects your oil pan and it also covers your intercooler, front differential and expensive electric assisted power steering rack.
Our F150 transmission skid plate replaces the flimsy carpet covering that is prone to easily break. This skid plate protects your large plastic transmission pan and your catalytic converters!
Lastly, the F150 transfer-case skid plate protects your transfer case from hard hits when exploring trails!
Aluminum has a much better corrosion resistance than steel so no need to worry about rust! For additional protection, we powder coat these as well.
All these skid plates simply bolt to existing spots in the frame making the install quick and painless.
These skid plates also include holes to easily drain the oil during oil changes as well.
Manufactured and designed in the USA!
Buy today to get peace of mind while overlanding, off-roading and road tripping!
Specs
✅ Will this fit your F-150?
Yes — this fits 2015–2027 Ford F-150 (all cabs, all beds, 2WD and 4WD).
⚠️ Will not fit F-150s with a 4″+ lift — aftermarket lower control-arm drop crossmembers interfere.
🚚 Ships next business day.
Not sure it fits yours? Text your year + trim to (970) 341-4221 and we'll confirm before you buy.
Install Instructions
Install Video
✅ Will this fit your F-150?
Yes — this fits 2015–2027 Ford F-150 (all cabs, all beds, 2WD and 4WD).
🚚 Ships next business day.
Not sure it fits yours? Text your year + trim to (970) 341-4221 and we'll confirm before you buy.
All orders ship from our Colorado facility the next business day. Standard delivery takes 2-4 business days via UPS Ground.
We offer a 90-day return policy on all products in unused, original condition. To initiate a return, contact us at (970) 341-4221 or email us. Return shipping is the responsibility of the buyer unless the product is defective.
Every Juggernaut USA skid plate is covered by our limited lifetime manufacturer's warranty against manufacturing defects. Our warranty covers materials and workmanship for the life of the product.
| What matters underbody | Our 1/4″ 5052-H32 aluminum | Typical 3/16″ steel |
|---|---|---|
| Resistance to permanent bending | Higher — bend resistance rises with the square of thickness | Baseline |
| Weight | About half — easier on payload | Heavier — a full set can top 120 lb |
| Corrosion | Won't rust | Rusts where the coating chips |
| Surface hardness (drag over rock) | Softer — can gouge on granite | Harder — steel's real edge |
Thickness does more work than material name: resistance to permanent bending scales with the square of plate thickness, so 1/4″ 5052-H32 aluminum takes a bigger hit before it stays bent than the 3/16″ steel most kits run — at about half the weight, and it never rusts. Steel’s honest advantage is surface hardness: if your truck lives on rock ledges, steel gouges less. For most owners, the thicker aluminum wins the trade.
“This is a must have product. It fits perfectly in my truck.”
“Great product, fit perfect and was easy to install. Definitely recommend”
After doing extensive research for a Skid Plate Package for my 2021 F-150 diesel, I chose the Juggernaut package for a few key factors. First, they offered the kit specifically for the diesel engine option, 2nd, the kit is well designed and the installation process was simple and straightforward. Finally, it's made in the USA and not China.
Great product! Y’all should know however I had to take off 3/8” of an inch on the transfer case plate back end where it’s turned up - ran into the frame cross member - left an 1/8” gap when tightened up - could have possibly taken another 1/8” off but will see if it rattles first - older photos don’t show this turned up portion on your website? - perhaps my 2026 F-150 Supercab/ 6 1/2 foot bed truck is different on where the frame cross member is positioned? I have a few pictures if you’re interested - let Matt know I’m the older guy who stopped in and picked up most of the plates and you shipped me the transmission plate a few weeks back - live out west here in Parachute, CO - call if you want or have questions [****] thanks for making a great product here in Colorado- kudos!
Great product, fit perfect and was easy to install. Definitely recommend
This is a must have product. It fits perfectly in my truck.
shipping was quick and well packaged all products. The quality of the skid plates are way better then anything seen before, 1/4 inch aluminum nice and light and no rust key esp here in northeast. Hardware too that came with it was great as well better then ford factory hardware! Install was easy hardest part was removing fords cheap stuff and dealing with all of that. I have recommended these skid plates to a bunch of my friends too already.
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Common questions about our skid plates and armor
Yes — fits both 4x4 and 4x2.
Yes — it replaces the factory felt under-tray that's prone to sagging and failing with a real 1/4" aluminum skid plate.
Yes — the package includes an extension plate to reach the further-back crossmember on PowerBoost trucks.
Two options: keep it by choosing the Active-Air-Dam-compatible engine skid, or remove the air dam for maximum coverage.
Yes.
It's not compatible with trucks lifted 4" or more — those use crossmember drop brackets that interfere.
Underbody armor that shields your oil pan, transmission, catalytic converter, transfer case, and front differential from rocks, road debris, potholes, and trail impacts.
1/4" 5052-H32 aluminum, powder-coated black, with steel mounting brackets where needed — made in-house in Wheat Ridge, Colorado from US-sourced aluminum.
Aluminum is roughly half the weight of steel and won't rust — full-strength underbody protection without the weight penalty or corrosion of steel armor.
Negligibly — an aluminum set weighs about half what steel does, so the added weight is minimal.
Yes — potholes, road debris, and steep driveways damage undercarriages even off the trail. It's cheap insurance against expensive repairs.
No — every Juggernaut skid plate is 100% bolt-on to factory mounting points. No drilling, cutting, or welding.
Yes — bolt-on installation with basic hand tools. Step-by-step guides are on each product's install page.
Yes — our plates include oil-drain access cutouts so you can do routine oil changes without removing the skid plate.
No — the plates are designed to preserve factory airflow to coolers and components.
Minimal — plates contour to the frame and tuck up against the underbody so they slide over obstacles rather than hang low.
No — aluminum doesn't rust, and the black powder coat adds further corrosion resistance.
No — under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, a bolt-on aftermarket part can't void your factory warranty on its own.
A limited lifetime manufacturer's warranty against manufacturing defects.
Made in the USA in Wheat Ridge, Colorado and shipped nationwide next business day. Use the year/make/model selector on any product page to confirm fit.
*For 2021+ models you can choose to remove the factory active air dam and gain more protection or if you want to retain the factory active air dam select the option for compatible skid plate.
** Powerboost models include an additional transmission skid plate that is necessary to provide complete coverage of the transmission as it is pushed further back on the frame on these models.
Fits with PPE deep transmission pans!
Protect your 2015-Current Ford F150 engine, transmission, catalytic converters and transfer case from road debris, trail obstacles, theft and damage with our 1/4" aluminum skid plate.
The Ford F150 engine skid plate protects your oil pan and it also covers your intercooler, front differential and expensive electric assisted power steering rack.
Our F150 transmission skid plate replaces the flimsy carpet covering that is prone to easily break. This skid plate protects your large plastic transmission pan and your catalytic converters!
Lastly, the F150 transfer-case skid plate protects your transfer case from hard hits when exploring trails!
Aluminum has a much better corrosion resistance than steel so no need to worry about rust! For additional protection, we powder coat these as well.
All these skid plates simply bolt to existing spots in the frame making the install quick and painless.
These skid plates also include holes to easily drain the oil during oil changes as well.
Manufactured and designed in the USA!
Buy today to get peace of mind while overlanding, off-roading and road tripping!
Specs
✅ Will this fit your F-150?
Yes — this fits 2015–2027 Ford F-150 (all cabs, all beds, 2WD and 4WD).
⚠️ Will not fit F-150s with a 4″+ lift — aftermarket lower control-arm drop crossmembers interfere.
🚚 Ships next business day.
Not sure it fits yours? Text your year + trim to (970) 341-4221 and we'll confirm before you buy.
Install Instructions
Install Video
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This is a must have product. It fits perfectly in my truck.
After doing extensive research for a Skid Plate Package for my 2021 F-150 diesel, I chose the Juggernaut package for a few key factors. First, they offered the kit specifically for the diesel engine option, 2nd, the kit is well designed and the installation process was simple and straightforward. Finally, it's made in the USA and not China.
Great product! Y’all should know however I had to take off 3/8” of an inch on the transfer case plate back end where it’s turned up - ran into the frame cross member - left an 1/8” gap when tightened up - could have possibly taken another 1/8” off but will see if it rattles first - older photos don’t show this turned up portion on your website? - perhaps my 2026 F-150 Supercab/ 6 1/2 foot bed truck is different on where the frame cross member is positioned? I have a few pictures if you’re interested - let Matt know I’m the older guy who stopped in and picked up most of the plates and you shipped me the transmission plate a few weeks back - live out west here in Parachute, CO - call if you want or have questions <span class="jdgm--censored jdgm--censored-pii">[****]</span> thanks for making a great product here in Colorado- kudos!
shipping was quick and well packaged all products. The quality of the skid plates are way better then anything seen before, 1/4 inch aluminum nice and light and no rust key esp here in northeast. Hardware too that came with it was great as well better then ford factory hardware! Install was easy hardest part was removing fords cheap stuff and dealing with all of that. I have recommended these skid plates to a bunch of my friends too already.
Great product, fit perfect and was easy to install. Definitely recommend
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