Guardian

The Rival™ Truck Guardian™ service bodies sport a revolutionary design featuring preconfigured modules that assemble together to become a variety of differing models to fit various trucks and meet the unique needs of the end user. These bodies are ideal for operators who do not require a truck-mounted crane.

Starting at $29,640.00

Premium Grade, Tailored Bodies for all industries

Guardian Series

Consistently raising the bar of Service Body quality and standards

Starting at $29,640.00

Availability

Not Stocked, Built To Order(Contact us for up-to-date stock levels)

Compatibility
  • Models available in both SRW and DRW accomodating widths.
  • LB (8′ Box) Domestic (Ford/Chevy/Dodge) Pick-Up Trucks 2000+
    • Please note: On 2019 or newer Chevy trucks, Chevy’s have their own specific model/size, that is not universally compatible with Ford/Dodge.
  • Cab & Chassis Domestic Trucks with a Cab-To-Axle length of 60″
  • Cab & Chassis Domestic Trucks with a Cab-To-Axle length of 84″
Constraints & Limitations
  • The Guardian series is NOT designed for Cranes to mount to.
  • No 1/2 Tonnes! (3/4 Tonne Trucks and up)
  • No Models Available to fit XS Domestic Pick-Ups with a bed length of 5′ 6″
  • No Models Available to fit SB Domestic Pick-Ups with a bed length of ~6′ 6″
  • May not fit Import vehicles (Toyota, Isuzu, Honda, Suzuki, Nissan, etc.); not guaranteed
Estimated Weight

To be determined; we can estimate the weight of your order alongside your quote if requested.

Materials Used
  • Aluminum 5052-H32 Millplate
  • Aluminum 6061-T6 Extrusions
Installation Info
  • ≤ 1 Day; not guaranteed. We ask all clients to be ready to reserve a hotel for worst case scenario.
Models
MODEL
REAR AXLE
LENGTH
WIDTH BEFORE FENDERS
HEIGHT
PAL-S-X-38
SINGLE REAR WHEEL / SHORT BOX DODGE’S
94″
80″
59.50″
PAL-S-X-40
SINGLE REAR WHEEL / SHORT BOX FORD’S
96″
80″
59.50″
PAL-S-X-42
SINGLE REAR WHEEL / SHORT BOX CHEVY’S
98″
80″
59.50″
PAL-S-X-55
SINGLE REAR WHEEL 2019+ CHEVY’S
114″
80″
59.50″
PAL-S-X-56
SINGLE REAR WHEEL / 2000+ FORD / DODGE’S & 2000-2019 CHEVY’S
112″
80″
59.50″
PAL-S-X-60
SINGLE REAR WHEEL / 60″ C/A
120″
80″
59.50″
PAL-D-X-55
DUAL REAR WHEEL 2019+ CHEVY’S
114″
86″
59.50″
PAL-D-X-56
DUAL REAR WHEEL / 2000+ FORD / DODGE’S & 2000-2019 CHEVY’S
112″
86″
59.50″
PAL-D-X-60
DUAL REAR WHEEL / 60″ C/A
120″
86″
59.50″
PAL-D-X-84
DUAL REAR WHEEL / 84″ C/A
144″
86″
59.50″

 

KEY DIFFERENTIAL
ELIGIBLE CAB-TO-AXLE TRUCKS (In.)
ELIGIBLE REAR AXLES
UNO
FRONT CABINET MODULE
55", 56", 60", 84"
DRW
ACE
FRONT CABINET MODULE + DECK EXTENSION
84"
DRW
DUO
FRONT CABINETS + OVER-FENDER CABINETS
55", 56", 60", 84"
DRW
TRIO
FRONT CABINETS + OVER-FENDER CABINETS + REAR CABINET(S)
55", 56", 60", 84"
SRW, DRW
TRIAD
FRONT CABINETS + OVER-FENDER CABINETS + REAR CABINET(S) + CARGO BAY CANOPY
55", 56", 60"
SRW

The Roster

Road Side
Curb Side
GRD-UNO-D-55
GRD-UNO-D-56
GRD-UNO-D-60
GRD-UNO-D-84
GRD-ACE-D-84
GRD-DUO-D-55
GRD-DUO-D-56
GRD-DUO-D-60
GRD-DUO-D-84
GRD-TRIO-S-55
GRD-TRIO-S-56
GRD-TRIO-S-60
GRD-TRIAD-S-55
GRD-TRIAD-S-56
GRD-TRIAD-S-60
GRD-TRIO-D-55
GRD-TRIO-D-56
GRD-TRIO-D-60
GRD-TRIO-D-84

Packed to the brim with features.

Manufactured from Marine Grade Aluminum
A Combination of Bolting, TIG, and MIG Welding used during fabrication
Flush Mounted and Double-Skinned Doors
Retained with gas-struts on each door
Cabinets include LED rope lighting with door pin switches to automatically kill lights on cabinet closure
L.E.D. Stop/Tail/Turn/Reverse/Amber strobe tailights with pre-manufactured sealed tailight harness.
Cabinet Bodies & Doors 0.125" Thick
Extruded Decking with Anti-Slip Ridges
Sealed with Hollow-D-Type Adhesive Neoprene Rubber
Cabinets are preconfigured with Adjustable Shelves w/ Edge-Trim
Venturi-Style floor drains
Cradle Sub-Frame for ease of install
Panels, Bulkheads, and Skirts are 3/16" Thick
Whale Tail Compression Handles on all cabinets
Hinged with surface-mount hinges
Cabinets are preconfigured with Adjustable Drawers with Dividers inside each
J-Hooks and Gas Cylinder Mounting
Available with Bare Aluminum Finish, or, optionally add Powdercoat any color you like

Our Tailored Approach

We know every welder has different requirements and tools. We are known for our comprehensive 1-on-1 customer service. Our salespeople are just as excited as you are to get a Paladin on your truck, and will answer any and all of your questions. We are never rushing to get you off the phone, we love to talk about our Paladin. We aim to maintain good relationships with all of our clients long after the initial purchase. Not only do you have the best deck in the field with the Paladin, you’ve got a fully committed support team in your back pocket too.

" Thank you so much man.. I imagined it to be exactly what it is, you guys do great work, thanks again tell the boys I’m beyond happy 👊 "

– Mitch R.

The Guardian Team

General Manager & RivalTruck Sales (19+ Years)

Cody M.

Cody’s the original pioneer of Rival Truck. His unbelievable knowledge of trucks coupled with a never-quenched-thirst for innovation has largely led Rival to where it stands today. Cody has designed countless products at Rival, and continues to today.

RivalTruck Sales & Administration (2+ Years)

Katy V.

If you phoned RivalTruck and asked to talk Decks or Skids, you would likely be connected with Katy. Have any questions about your Rival build or how to get a new one? Katy’s the girl to talk to!

Shop Foreman (12+ Years)

Trevor P.

Trevor is our production commander; the all-encompassing shop foreman. He is the master behind our production and manufacturing operations day-to-day. Oh, did we also mention he is a Machinist?

Trevor wouldn’t let me take his picture for this website, but that’s okay.

Latest Guardian’s

$

9-1034

Capital Regional District

$

9-967

City of Williams Lake

$

9-850

Regional District of Nanaimo

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