Reinforced Underbody Shield - opinions / worth it?

[Arbitrator]

What are the forum members views on ordering the reinforced underbody shield ?

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[DaveA]

If you drive on roads in the U.S., get it...so much garbage on American highways, that hitting objects off-roading is the least of your worries.

 

[Yossarian]

I asked this question a little while back. My take on the responses received was that it was not really necessary for normal road use or even mild off-roading. At least one response suggested it could improve range by reducing turbulence under the vehicle, and while that may well be true, I'd suspect that any improvement would be very slight.

Several folks stated that in their experience, the shields noticeably reduced cabin noise, which could be a valid reason for getting the option if this is truly the case.

 

[Audiotek]

What are the forum members views on ordering the reinforced underbody shield ?

I have it. Treat the underbody reinforced shield like a condom that's carried in your wallet.

 

[MidnightRivian]

Use the search function. My non negotiable were ocean coast and underbody shield.

100% I would make the same decision again and again and again.

 

[BeanEW]

I have it... an insurance for me. You paid for it and wish you'll never used it.

 

[UnsungZero_OldTimeAdMan]

Search terms:

• "reinforced underbody"
• "RUS"

It was once a stand-alone option. Now a part of the off-road package bundle. If you don't know what purpose it serves or how that fits into your usage, chances are you don't need it. Without it, the battery pack is protected by a carbon composite shield. This is an additional steel shield, like skid plates. Just as the skid plate namesake suggests, if you will not be driving in situations where you will be rubbing the vehicle's belly on the ground, you don't need it.

 

[CharonPDX]

Do you plan on going actual rock crawl off-roading? If so, get it. If not, don't bother.

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