Next Gen Ranger flare guide
The quick answer
Most Next Gen Ranger owners should start with EGR Smooth Fender Flares. They suit the clean factory-style look, add useful guard coverage and work well with common aftermarket wheel and tyre setups.
Choose EGR Bolt Style Fender Flares if you want the tougher visual style. Use the flare calculator if you are unsure whether your wheel and tyre setup needs extra guard coverage.
Choose Your Ranger Flare Setup
Best all-round
EGR Smooth Flares
Clean OEM-style finish, approx. 35mm guard coverage per side and the safest first choice for most Ranger builds.
Tougher look
EGR Bolt Style Flares
Same general coverage purpose, but with a more aggressive finish for Rangers already running tougher accessories.
Front-only
EGR Smooth Front Pair
Use this for front replacement or front-only coverage where a full flare kit is not needed.
Finish the install
Volcano Mud Flaps
Designed to suit EGR flares and help reduce spray, stone flick and mess down the side of the ute.
Next Gen Ranger Flare Comparison
EGR Smooth Fender Flares
Best for: Most Next Gen Ranger owners
Coverage: Approx. 35mm per side
Look: Clean OEM-style finish
EGR Bolt Style Fender Flares
Best for: Tougher visual builds
Coverage: Approx. 35mm per side
Look: More aggressive bolt-style finish
EGR Smooth Front Pair
Best for: Front replacement or front-only coverage
Coverage: Front guards only
Look: OEM-style finish
Volcano Mud Flaps to Suit EGR Flares
Best for: Completing the flare install
Coverage: Not a flare
Look: Cleaner flare-compatible finish
Smooth or Bolt Style?
This part is simple: it is mainly cosmetic. The smooth EGR flare gives the Ranger a cleaner factory-style look. The bolt-style flare adds fake bolt detail for a tougher off-road look.
If you want subtle, choose EGR Smooth Flares. If you want more visual attitude, choose EGR Bolt Style Flares. The bigger decision is whether the flare coverage suits your wheel and tyre setup.
Wheel Poke and Flare Coverage
When fitting wider wheels or tyres to your Ranger, the outer edge of the tyre can extend past the factory guards. That is wheel poke. It is affected by wheel width, wheel offset, tyre width and tyre profile.
Fender flares add extra guard coverage, helping cover tyre tread when viewed from above. The EGR Ranger flare options are the right starting point for common Next Gen Ranger aftermarket wheel setups.
Complete the install
Do You Need Different Mud Flaps After Fitting Flares?
Once you fit wider flares, standard mud flaps may not line up cleanly or protect the body properly. That matters if your Ranger sees gravel roads, wet roads, job sites, beach tracks or regular highway driving in bad weather.
If you are buying EGR flares, the Volcano Offroad mud flaps to suit EGR flares are the matching add-on. They are designed around the wider flare shape and help reduce road spray, stone flick and mess down the side of the ute.
Best Setup for Most Next Gen Ranger Owners
For most standard Ranger Next Gen buyers, the cleanest all-round setup is:
- EGR Smooth Fender Flares for OEM-style coverage
- Next Gen Ranger flare calculator to confirm wheel poke before ordering
- Volcano mud flaps to suit EGR flares to finish the install properly
If your Ranger already has a tougher exterior setup, swap the smooth flare kit for the EGR Bolt Style Fender Flares.
Next Gen Ranger Flares FAQ
What flares fit a Ford Ranger Next Gen 2022+?
For the Ford Ranger MY22 / Next Gen shape, use flares listed specifically for the 2022-onwards Ranger. The EGR Smooth and EGR Bolt Style flare kits are the main RedTrail options for standard Ranger models.
Are EGR Ranger flares no-drill?
Yes. The EGR flare kits are designed for no-drill fitment using factory mounting points and supplied hardware.
Are smooth or bolt-style flares better?
Smooth flares are better for a clean factory-style look. Bolt-style flares are better if you want a tougher, more aggressive appearance. The right choice is mostly visual.
How much wheel poke do 35mm flares cover?
The EGR flare kits add about 35mm of guard coverage per side. Final coverage still depends on wheel width, tyre width and offset.
Will these flares work with factory sensors?
The EGR Ranger flare kits are designed around the factory Ranger body and are intended to keep factory fitment clean. Always check the product page notes for your exact model and variant before ordering.
Do I need different mud flaps after fitting flares?
If you fit EGR flares, matching mud flaps are a smart add-on. The Volcano Offroad mud flaps to suit EGR flares are designed to sit properly with the wider flare shape.
Are fender flares legal in Australia?
Fender flares are commonly used to help cover tyre tread when fitting wider wheels and tyres. Rules can vary by state, but the practical goal is that the tyre tread should not protrude beyond the guard when viewed from above.
Can I colour-code the flares?
Yes, depending on the product option and finish selected. Matte black is the common choice, while colour-coded options suit buyers wanting a more factory-style finish.
Ready to choose your setup?
Shop Next Gen Ranger Flares and Finish the Install
Start with the flare style that suits your Ranger, then check wheel poke and add matching mud flaps if you want the install to look complete.
Still unsure? Use the calculator first, then choose the flare style that matches the look you want.
