The RHINO Mudguards Knowledge Index is a technical reference library covering truck and trailer mudguards, mudguard materials, sizing, configurations, components and selection considerations.
It is designed for fleet operators, truck and trailer manufacturers, engineers, procurement teams, installers and other people who need practical information when selecting or specifying a mudguard system.
RHINO supplies mudguards in plastic, stainless steel and aluminium, together with related components including mudflaps, chassis poles, mounting brackets, infill spacers and spray suppressant systems.
Use this Knowledge Index to understand the terminology, compare available options and identify the information required before selecting a RHINO product.
Truck mudguard definitions
Start here if you need to understand a mudguard term, configuration or component.
Truck mudguard types explained
Truck mudguards are available in multiple configurations to suit different wheels, tyres and axle arrangements. RHINO's current range includes configurations such as single, dual, tandem, quarter and self-steer guards.
Self-steer mudguards
Self-steering axle applications require a mudguard configuration that suits the relevant wheel movement, tyre arrangement and available clearance.
Truck spray suppressant
Spray suppressant can form part of a truck mudguard system to help manage water spray around the vehicle's wheels.
Choosing and specifying mudguards
Selecting a mudguard involves more than choosing a product that looks suitable. Wheel and tyre configuration, dimensions, clearance, material, mounting and the intended application can all affect the specification.
How to choose the right truck mudguard material
Compare the practical considerations involved in selecting plastic, stainless steel or aluminium truck mudguards.
How to select the correct mudguard size
RHINO maintains a tyre-size guide covering common tyre sizes and corresponding RHINO plastic mudguard options. The guide is a selection aid; the actual vehicle dimensions and required clearance still need to be checked.
Before specifying mudguards for a truck fleet
A fleet specification can consider wheel and tyre dimensions, axle configuration, material, mounting components, replacement requirements and whole-of-life considerations.
Mudguard material comparisons
Plastic vs stainless steel truck mudguards
Plastic and stainless steel mudguards provide different material, finish, colour and design options. The appropriate choice depends on the vehicle and application rather than one material being universally better.
Compare current product materials
RHINO technical information and resources
RHINO also publishes technical information relating to product sizing, material performance, design and selection.
- RHINO Tyre Size Guide
- Selecting a mudguard
- RHINO plastic mudguard UV performance
- RHINO self-steer mudguard guide
These resources explain the technical basis of RHINO products but do not replace product-specific drawings, specifications or engineering review where those are required.
Related RHINO products
The Knowledge Index explains the concepts behind the products. For current dimensions, materials, configurations and available products, use the relevant RHINO product pages.
Need help selecting a mudguard?
If you are replacing an existing guard, designing a new truck or trailer, or specifying components for a fleet, provide the vehicle, wheel and tyre details where possible together with any relevant dimensions and application information.