a.c.f.a.b

What a.c.f.a.b does

ACFab (legal entity: AC Fab Ltd) is a privately held New Zealand manufacturer that designs and sells vehicle-specific bash plates and accessories for off-road 4x4 vehicles. Products are designed in CAD and produced at a single facility at 316 Highsted Road, Casebrook, Christchurch, using laser cutting and CNC folding of 6mm 5052 marine-grade aluminium or 4mm mild steel (zinc plated or powder coated). The catalog spans 100+ SKUs covering 18+ vehicle brands including Ford, Toyota, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Isuzu, BYD, Dodge, GWM, Holden, LDV, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Jeep, Ssangyong, Subaru, Suzuki, Daihatsu, Land Rover, and Volkswagen, with model-specific fits ranging from older platforms (Daihatsu Hijet 2014-2021) to latest releases (2026 Toyota Hilux N90, Mitsubishi Triton Next Gen, BYD Shark 6 PHEV).

The core offering is underbody vehicle protection — bash plates and fuel tank guards shielding the engine sump, gearbox, transfer case, and fuel tank from rocks and debris — supplemented by the Assault Rack ultra-low-profile aluminium roof rack, UHF antenna mount brackets, rear cargo shelves, spare wheel accessories, gas bottle holders, and stainless steel bolt head protectors. Premium positioning rests on precision fit (direct bolt-on to factory mounting points with all hardware supplied), lightweight construction (aluminium bash plates at 17-21kg versus 33-39kg for steel equivalents), and corrosion resistance tuned for NZ conditions.

ACFab operates a direct-to-consumer e-commerce model on Shopify, with made-to-order manufacturing (3-4 week lead times) and warehouse pickup by appointment. Pricing is unit-based, paid up-front in NZD with AUD equivalents available: bash plates $500-$1,325 NZD, the Assault Rack $2,100 NZD, and accessories $36-$340 NZD. The company does not utilize resellers or distributors; its primary market is New Zealand with Australia-wide shipping recently introduced. The contact surface is informal (a personal Gmail address and a single mobile number), and the company shows no evidence of institutional investment, M&A activity, patents, or third-party certifications in the source material.

Name

a.c.f.a.b

Legal name

AC Fab Ltd

Website

https://acfab.co.nz

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

ACFab is a New Zealand manufacturer that designs and produces vehicle-specific bash plates and 4x4 off-road accessories using CAD, laser cutting, and CNC folding in Christchurch, selling direct-to-consumer via Shopify to individual off-road vehicle owners in New Zealand and Australia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Off-Road Vehicle Accessories

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing (336211)

SIC

Motor Vehicles & Passenger Car Bodies (3711)

akta.pro primary industry

Automotive Exterior Body Panels & Closures Manufacturing (Bumpers/Fenders/Hoods/Doors/Tailgates) (IMACAKAD)

Keywords

• Off-road vehicle protection
• Bash plate manufacturing
• 4x4 accessories
• Underbody protection
• Marine grade aluminium fabrication

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Off-road Vehicle Accessory Sales: One-time hardware sales of bash plates, roof racks, fuel tank guards, cargo shelves, and accessories for 4x4 vehicles. Products are made-to-order with 3-4 week manufacturing lead times. Customers purchase through e-commerce storefront with payment processed via Shopify.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

ACFab designs, manufactures, and sells vehicle-specific bash plates and complementary 4x4 accessories for off-road vehicles. Core products are laser-cut and CNC-folded from 6mm 5052 marine-grade aluminium (and 4mm mild steel options) to provide direct bolt-on underbody protection, sold through its own Shopify e-commerce store and shipped across New Zealand and Australia.

Product overview

ACFab is a New Zealand company specializing in locally made quality bash plates and accessories for off-road 4x4 vehicles. The core product offering consists of vehicle-specific bash plates (underbody vehicle protection) made from 6mm 5052 marine-grade aluminium, designed and manufactured in Christchurch. Supporting products include the Assault Rack aluminium roof rack, UHF antenna mount brackets, rear cargo shelves, fuel tank guards, spare wheel accessories, and bolt head protectors. The company supports a wide range of vehicle brands including Ford (Ranger, Everest, Raptor), Toyota (Hilux, Landcruiser, Prado, FJ Cruiser, Surf), Mitsubishi (Triton, Pajero, Delica), Nissan (Navara, Patrol, Pathfinder), Isuzu (D-Max), BYD (Shark 6), Dodge (Ram 1500), GWM (Tank 300, Cannon), Holden (Colorado), LDV (T60), Mazda (BT-50), Mercedes-Benz (Sprinter), Jeep (Gladiator, Grand Cherokee), Ssangyong (Actyon Sport), Subaru (Forester), Suzuki (Jimny, Vitara), Daihatsu (Hijet), Land Rover (Defender, Discovery), and Volkswagen (Amarok). Products are sold directly through their Shopify e-commerce platform with made-to-order manufacturing and 3-4 week lead times.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Assault Rack Roof Rack Custom-designed, ultra-low-profile aluminium roof rack built specifically for 4x4 vehicles, featuring marine-grade 5052 aluminium construction with textured black powder coat, a bolt-through-roof mounting system, and standard T-slot accessory compatibility. Sits approximately 45mm above the roofline and weighs around 20kg; example Ford Ranger 2011-2022 PX Roof Rack listed at $2,100 NZD.
• Underbody Vehicle Protection (Bash Plates) Vehicle-specific bash plates made from 6mm 5052 marine-grade aluminium (or 4mm mild steel options) that are laser cut and CNC folded for precision fit. Designed as a direct bolt-on to factory mounting points with all necessary hardware supplied. Available across 18+ vehicle brands (Ford, Toyota, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Isuzu, BYD, Dodge, GWM, Holden, LDV, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Jeep, Ssangyong, Subaru, Suzuki, Daihatsu, Land Rover, Volkswagen), with prices ranging from $500 to $1,325 NZD depending on vehicle model.
• UHF Antenna Mount Bracket Bonnet hinge mount bracket for UHF radio antenna installation, made from 4mm mild steel with powder coating or stainless steel options. Brackets start from $90 NZD.
• Rear Cargo Shelf Interior cargo organization solution designed for various vehicle models, providing a shelf for soft and lightweight items in the rear cargo area.
• Fuel Tank Guard Heavy-duty fuel tank bash plate providing underbody protection for exposed fuel tank components from off-road debris. Example Ford Ranger PX 2012-2022 Fuel Tank guard listed at $500 NZD.
• Spare Wheel Tray Shelf Tray designed to secure spare wheels in vehicle cargo areas for off-road and overland use, listed at $340 NZD.
• Gas Bottle Holder Mount Mounting solutions for gas bottles in 2kg and 4kg sizes for vehicle cargo areas, with the 4kg holder listed at $280 NZD.
• Bolt Head Protectors (M8/M10 Stainless Steel) CNC machined stainless-steel protectors designed to shield exposed fasteners from impact damage, available in M8 and M10 sizes. M10 listed at $40 NZD and M8 (pack of 2) at $36 NZD.
• Stainless Steel Guards Vehicle-specific guards made from 3mm 304 stainless steel, including the BYD Shark 6 Cooling Lines Guard at $220 NZD and the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2015+ Bash Plates at $790 NZD.

Quantifiable outcome

• Aluminium bash plates achieve comparable strength to 4mm steel at approximately half the weight
• +1 more outcomes

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Front Runner Outfitters: Front Runner designs and sells vehicle-specific roof racks, drawers, and overland accessories for 4x4s and vans globally. Its vehicle-specific catalog and D2C distribution approach closely mirror ACFab's model.
• Fab Fours: Fab Fours designs and fabricates premium steel and aluminium bumpers, skid plates, and body armor for trucks and 4x4s. Its vehicle-specific fabrication model and material focus (steel/aluminium body protection) align closely with ACFab's approach.
• Rough Country: Rough Country is a US-based manufacturer and retailer of aftermarket 4x4 parts including skid plates, bumpers, lift kits, and accessories. It is a direct competitor in vehicle-specific underbody and exterior protection products.
• Rhino-Rack: Rhino-Rack is an ANZ-based manufacturer of vehicle roof racks, trays, and accessory mounting systems. ACFab's Assault Rack roof rack competes directly with Rhino-Rack's platform and serves the same 4x4/overland buyer.
• Ironman 4x4: Ironman 4x4 designs and manufactures a wide range of bull bars, suspension, lighting, and vehicle accessories for off-road vehicles. Like ACFab, it sells vehicle-specific protection and accessory products into the same 4x4 enthusiast customer base across ANZ and globally.
• TJM: TJM manufactures bull bars, underbody protection, roof racks, and 4x4 accessories in Australia with distribution across ANZ. Its product categories (especially underbody/underguard protection and roof racks) overlap directly with ACFab's catalog.
• Body Armor 4x4: Body Armor 4x4 manufactures bumpers, skid plates, and rock sliders for trucks and SUVs. Its product range and vehicle-specific fitment approach overlap directly with ACFab's bash plate and exterior protection line.
• ARB 4x4 Accessories: ARB is the dominant ANZ 4x4 aftermarket accessories manufacturer and retailer, producing bull bars, bash plates, roof racks, suspension, and recovery gear for the same off-road enthusiast segment that ACFab serves. It is the most directly comparable scale leader.

Regional players

• Eezi-Awn: Eezi-Awn is a South Africa-based manufacturer of roof top tents, roof racks, and overland accessories for 4x4 vehicles. It is a relevant peer on roof rack/overland accessories but does not currently serve the ANZ market directly.

Emerging players

• Piranha Offroad: Piranha Offroad is an Australian 4x4 accessories brand focused on underbody protection, bash plates, and recovery gear. It serves the same ANZ 4x4 customer base as ACFab but with a smaller, more specialised catalog.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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