Truck Fenders Cost Comparison
Poly vs Aluminum vs Steel vs Fiberglass
We compare the cost of ownership for the most common types of fender systems on the market today. Getting the most bang for your buck comes down to more than just the purchase price. Discover the type that best suits your truck.
Truck Fenders Cost Comparison
Poly vs Aluminum vs Steel vs Fiberglass
We compare the cost of ownership for the most common types of fender systems on the market today. Getting the most bang for your buck comes down to more than just the purchase price. Discover the type that best suits your truck.
Fender Weight Comparison by Material
When you’re looking to add protection to your truck, you want something that’s heavy duty. A product that can withstand the rough conditions often faced by trucks on and off the road. As you’ll see below, one of the main benefits of poly fenders is achieving ‘heavy duty status’ without actually being heavy.
The process of ‘lightweighting’ or reducing the total amount of truck weight has many cost-saving benefits. Find out more about the benefits of weight reduction on trucks from the NACFE.
A 0.5-0.6% increase in fuel economy for every 1,000 lbs reduction
Every pound of weight saved makes room for additional freight
Weight reduction allows for increased driver comfort amenities
| Style of Fenders | Poly (Robmar) | Aluminum (0.125″) | Fiberglass | Stainless Steel (14 ga) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Axle (All 4 drives) | 50 lbs | 96 lbs | 115 lbs | 180 lbs |
| Full Tandem (All 4 drives) | 48 lbs | 85 lbs | 95 lbs | 160 lbs |
The table above uses our single axle fender model SAF-225 and our full tandem fender model FTF-27 as a reference point when comparing to other fender manufacturers using their similar models. The weights above are not exact. They represent the best possible average of available options on the market. The weights above refer to the fenders only and not mounting hardware.
Fender Price Comparison by Material
Depending on the type of material used and the manufacturer, you could be paying anywhere between $360 and $3000 for your next fender system (plus mounting hardware). Every build material has its advantages but cost remains a primary concern for anyone in the market for new fenders.
| Style of Fenders | Robmar Poly | Industry Leader Poly | Aluminum (0.125″) | Stainless Steel (14 ga) | Fiberglass |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Axle (All 4 Drives) | $360 | $940 | $600-$,1000 | $900 | $1,200-$1,800 |
| Full Tandem (All 4 Drives) | $360 | $800 | $700-$900 | $890 | $1,200-$3,000 |
Poly fenders are an obvious choice for any driver or fleet manager that’s looking to protect their equipment while saving money. Another aspect that factors into the overall cost of fender ownership is repairs. Thermoformed plastic can take a lot of hits and scuffs that would send fiberglass or metal straight to the shop. Not to mention the fact that totally replacing our plastic systems is often cheaper than the repair costs alone for other material types.
No matter what type of material you end up choosing, make sure to drive safe out there!