All Juggernaut USA skid plates are engineered for true bolt-on installation. No drilling, cutting, or welding is required.
Professional Installation
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.
Product Specifications
Brand
Juggernaut USA
Product Type
Skid Plate
SKU
jg-f150-raptor-engine-skid-blk-front
Material
1/4-inch 5052-H32 Aluminum
Hardware
Grade 8 steel hardware (included)
Weight
50.0 lb
Warranty
Limited Lifetime Manufacturer's Warranty
Country of Origin
Made in USA (Colorado)
Installation
Bolt-on, no drilling required
Fits These Vehicles
Vehicle compatibility for 2017-2027 Ford F-150 Raptor Engine Skid Plate
Years
Vehicle
Drive
Engine
2017–2027
Ford F-150 Raptor
4x4
3.5L EcoBoost
2021–2027
Ford F-150 Raptor R
4x4
5.2L Carnivore
Not sure about your vehicle? Use the fitment checker above — it verifies your exact year, drive, and engine.
The 2017–2027 Ford F-150 Raptor Engine Skid Plate is our front skid — stronger than the factory plate and built to shield the engine, oil pan, and the front & rear lower control-arm mounts that catch on rocks and ledges.
What it protects: the oil pan and lower engine, plus the front & rear lower control-arm mounts that hang up off-road.
True bolt-on installation — factory mounting points, no drilling
Made from 1/4" 5052-H32 aluminum with welded 3/16" A36 steel mounting brackets
Covers front & rear lower control-arm mounts
Drops with 2 bolts for oil-filter access (vs. the factory skid's 5 small bolts that strip)
Powder-coated black for corrosion and abrasion resistance
Why not the factory skid? The factory front plate is thin stamped steel that only covers the front of the engine and traps the oil filter behind five small bolts. Ours is thicker, removes with two bolts, and adds control-arm-mount protection.
⚠️ Will not fit with a 4″+ lift — aftermarket lower control-arm drop crossmembers interfere.
✅ Will this fit your F-150?
Yes — this fits 2017–2027 Ford F-150 Raptor, 4x4 only and 2021–2027 Ford F-150 Raptor R, 4x4 only.
🚚 Ships next business day.
Not sure it fits yours? Text your year + trim to (970) 341-4221 and we'll confirm before you buy.
Shipping
All orders ship from our Colorado facility the next business day. Standard delivery takes 2-4 business days via UPS Ground.
Returns & Exchanges
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.
Limited Lifetime Manufacturer's Warranty
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.
Aluminum vs. steel — why we build in 1/4″ aluminum
Comparison of 1/4-inch 5052-H32 aluminum and typical 3/16-inch steel skid plates
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.
AAndre Ojeda✓2017-2027 Ford F-150 Raptor Engine Skid Plate
Nov 6 '26
Awesome product direct bolt on and good quality
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions about our skid plates and armor
Which Ford Raptors do these fit?
All F-150 Raptors — Gen 2 (2017–2020), Gen 3 (2021–2023), and Gen 3.5 (2024–2026), including the Raptor R.
What's the difference between the "Juggernaut Front Skid" and "No Juggernaut Front Skid" options?
"No Juggernaut Front Skid" keeps your factory Raptor front skid plate and adds our engine skid behind it. "Juggernaut Front Skid" adds our heavy-duty front skid — stronger than factory and removable with just 2 bolts (vs. the factory's 5 small bolts) for quick oil-filter access.
Can I keep my factory Raptor skid plate?
Yes — choose the "No Juggernaut Front Skid" option and our engine skid installs while you keep the factory front skid.
Will these work with my front camera and sensors?
Yes — there's no interference with the factory front camera or sensors.
Will they fit with a lift?
Compatible with lifts up to 4". Taller lifts use subframe drop brackets that interfere.
What does each plate protect?
The engine skid covers the front and rear lower control-arm mounts; the transmission skid gives frame-to-frame protection with oil-drain access; the transfer case skid protects the transfer case and EVAP system. The package combines all three for complete underbody coverage.
Can I buy the plates individually?
Yes — each plate is sold separately, or get the complete package for full coverage.
What is a skid plate, and what does it protect?
Underbody armor that shields your oil pan, transmission, catalytic converter, transfer case, and front differential from rocks, road debris, potholes, and trail impacts.
What are Juggernaut skid plates made of?
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.
Why aluminum instead of steel?
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.
Will a skid plate hurt my gas mileage?
Negligibly — an aluminum set weighs about half what steel does, so the added weight is minimal.
Do I need one if I mostly drive on the street?
Yes — potholes, road debris, and steep driveways damage undercarriages even off the trail. It's cheap insurance against expensive repairs.
Do I have to drill or modify my vehicle to install it?
No — every Juggernaut skid plate is 100% bolt-on to factory mounting points. No drilling, cutting, or welding.
Can I install it myself?
Yes — bolt-on installation with basic hand tools. Step-by-step guides are on each product's install page.
Can I still change my oil with the skid plate installed?
Yes — our plates include oil-drain access cutouts so you can do routine oil changes without removing the skid plate.
Will it affect engine or transmission cooling?
No — the plates are designed to preserve factory airflow to coolers and components.
Will it reduce my ground clearance?
Minimal — plates contour to the frame and tuck up against the underbody so they slide over obstacles rather than hang low.
Will it rust or corrode?
No — aluminum doesn't rust, and the black powder coat adds further corrosion resistance.
Does adding a skid plate void my vehicle warranty?
No — under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, a bolt-on aftermarket part can't void your factory warranty on its own.
What warranty do Juggernaut skid plates include?
A limited lifetime manufacturer's warranty against manufacturing defects.
Where are they made and how fast do they ship?
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.
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Description
The 2017–2027 Ford F-150 Raptor Engine Skid Plate is our front skid — stronger than the factory plate and built to shield the engine, oil pan, and the front & rear lower control-arm mounts that catch on rocks and ledges.
What it protects: the oil pan and lower engine, plus the front & rear lower control-arm mounts that hang up off-road.
True bolt-on installation — factory mounting points, no drilling
Made from 1/4" 5052-H32 aluminum with welded 3/16" A36 steel mounting brackets
Covers front & rear lower control-arm mounts
Drops with 2 bolts for oil-filter access (vs. the factory skid's 5 small bolts that strip)
Powder-coated black for corrosion and abrasion resistance
Why not the factory skid? The factory front plate is thin stamped steel that only covers the front of the engine and traps the oil filter behind five small bolts. Ours is thicker, removes with two bolts, and adds control-arm-mount protection.
Made in-house in Wheat Ridge, Colorado · Limited lifetime manufacturer's warranty
Vehicle fitment
2017–2027 Ford F-150 Raptor
Drive4x4
Engine3.5L EcoBoost
2021–2027 Ford F-150 Raptor R
Drive4x4
Engine5.2L Carnivore
Not certain? Use the FIT tab above — it confirms the exact fit from your year, make, model and engine.
Frequently asked
Popular fitment questions first, then everything else about ordering and install.
Popular — does it fit & work?
Confirm fitment for your exact vehicle
Use the FIT tab at the top — every year, drive, engine and air-dam combo maps to the correct plate. Guaranteed to fit or we cover return shipping.
Not sure if your truck has an active air dam?
Most 2021+ trucks came with the active (lowering) air dam. The FIT tab asks for it and picks the matching plate either way — if you're unsure, text your VIN or trim to us and we'll confirm before you buy.
Does it fit the PowerBoost hybrid & lifted trucks?
Yes — select your engine in the FIT tab (PowerBoost has its own plate). Bolts to factory mount points, so leveling kits and lifts are no issue.
Does it change ground clearance?
It mounts flush to the factory crossmembers, so any change is minimal — you gain protection without meaningfully lowering the truck.
Will it affect cooling or airflow?
No. The plates are cut with airflow and oil-drain access in mind, so engine and transmission cooling are unaffected.
Ordering & install
Will this fit my vehicle?
Use the vehicle selector above to verify fitment. All our products are designed for specific year, make, and model configurations. If your vehicle isn't listed, contact us — we may be able to help.
How long does installation take?
Every plate is bolt-on with basic hand tools — no drilling, cutting, or welding. Detailed instructions ship with every order, and most products have a step-by-step guide and install video on their page.
Can I install this myself or do I need a shop?
All our products are designed for at-home installation with basic tools (wrenches, ratchets, jack stands). If you're near Denver, our Wheat Ridge shop offers professional installation — call (970) 341-4221 to schedule.
How long does shipping take?
Orders ship from our Colorado facility the next business day. Standard ground delivery takes 2–4 business days depending on your location. Oversized items ship via freight carrier with tracking.
