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ProLift Tailgate Assist for Ford Ranger PX PX2 PX3 2012–2021

Fits Ford Ranger PX–PX3 2012–2021
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Sale price $145.00 AUD Regular price $200.00

Pickup & fitment available at UniUte Store 37A Capella Crescent, Moorabbin, VIC

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ProLift Tailgate Assist for Ford Ranger PX PX2 PX3 2012–2021

Three generations of Ford Ranger PX shared the same heavy tailgate design — reliable, but tiring to operate repeatedly on a worksite or at a campsite. The ProLift Tailgate Assist fits a gas strut damper to your Ranger's factory hinge points, absorbing the weight on the way down and assisting the lift on the way up. Once fitted, one hand is all you need to operate the tailgate regardless of what you're carrying in the other.

Features:

  • Gas strut damper provides smooth, controlled tailgate descent
  • Reduces lifting effort significantly on every open cycle
  • Fits PX, PX2 and PX3 Ranger variants on the same bracket set
  • Bolt-on installation using existing tailgate hinge points
  • No drilling, no permanent modification to the vehicle
  • Suits XL, XLS, XLT, Wildtrak and FX4 variants

Fitment:

This kit fits the Ford Ranger PX (2012–2015), PX2 (2015–2018) and PX3 (2018–2021). It is not compatible with the NextGen Ranger 2022+ — see the dedicated NextGen kit in our ProLift range.

Complete your Ranger tray setup with a tailgate central locking kit or browse our tub mats for the Ranger.

See the Tailgate Assist in Action

The UniUte ProLift Tailgate Assist takes the strain out of opening and closing your ute’s tailgate.

ProLift tailgate assist for Ford Ranger NextGen 2022+ — gas strut slow-lower | UniUte

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the ProLift Tailgate Assist do?

The ProLift Tailgate Assist uses gas struts and dampers to control your tailgate’s movement — making it lighter to lift and preventing it from slamming down. It ensures smoother, safer operation for everyday use.

Is the ProLift kit compatible with my ute?

Yes — each kit is vehicle-specific and designed for popular models like Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux, Isuzu D-Max, Nissan Navara, and Mitsubishi Triton. Select your model year for the correct fit.

Can I install the tailgate assist myself?

Absolutely. The kit includes all brackets, hardware, and step-by-step instructions. Installation takes about 20 minutes and requires only basic tools — no drilling or modification.

Are the gas struts durable and weather-resistant?

Yes — all ProLift struts are made from stainless steel shafts and powder-coated cylinders, built to resist rust, dust, and water. They’re designed for long-term outdoor use in Australian conditions.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.7 / 5 from 69 reviews.

Customer video review of ProLift Tailgate Assist For Mitsubishi Triton MV 2024+

The end result is good, however the instructions need to be written by someone who has actually fitted a few. There is one tailgate bolt one left and right that is impossible to get a torx key into parallel due to the spring retainer in the way. This could be redesigned or a special purpose tool supplied in the kit. The experience maybe different if you are doing more than just one. I am an engineer and I have a business manufacturing veterinary equipment. So I do have experience with mechanical items. I feel there is room for improvement here in a good product.

ProLift Tailgate Assist For Mitsubishi Triton MV 2024+

Love the ProLift Tailgate Assist. Our Toyota Hilux Rogue had the heaviest tailgate - you needed two hands and some muscle to lift it. My husband and I spent a couple of hours (in between jobs) installing it - a little fiddly with all the wires running through the install area, but not too difficult. The tailgate is now so light, we throw it up easily one handed.👍

ProLift Tailgate Assist For Toyota Hilux SR5 2015-2025 - UniUte

Easy fitment was great. The tailgate does not self lower after fitment, it must be pushed down. It sits up about 20mm without any weight on it. Alignment seems fine, just a bit too much spring tension. Just being picky. Tailgates get slippery and drop fast and hard. Just missed the kids head once, that was enough to scare me into buying. Massive safety improvement for my ute.

ProLift Tailgate Assist For Mitsubishi Triton MR 2019+

I have a ssangyong musso Ultimate and also have arthritis that makes it difficult to open and close. But with with UNI UTE STRUT it makes it easier to open FANTASTIC and close. I have told a friend who has a musso and another with a LDV .GREAT product for everyone with a UTE. Thanks UNI UTE Ted

ProLift Tailgate Assist For SsangYong Musso 2018+

Quick delivery and well packaged. Doesn’t quite work as described but much better than without it. Needed to remove some rubbers which wasn’t in the instructions and sometimes the check strap fouls on the shock and jams.

ProLift Tailgate Assist For Isuzu D-Max 2012-2020 - UniUte

Not even close to water tight but I'm not sure that it is supposed to be. Function is very stubborn, but the mechanism is not used frequently. Nothing that WD40 won't fix. All in all, happy with it

ProLift Tailgate Assist For SsangYong Musso 2018+

The strut really added value, the tailgate is very light to lift and doesn't drop down, this is a must-have for all Ssangyong Musso owners. Easy to fit & well worth the price.

ProLift Tailgate Assist For SsangYong Musso 2018+

Product works as well as it promises, the tailgate is much easier to use now. Installation was tricky and I found the instructions hard to understand. We got it fitted eventually and I am happy with the product.

ProLift Tailgate Assist For NEW Isuzu D-Max 2020-2022

Really great accessories , a must have . Recommended .

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