PALADIN - ECHELON SERIES

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PALADIN™ FOR POLICE & EMERGENCY SERVICES

Transform law enforcement vehicle tailgates into a mission-ready asset with the PSM PALADIN Lighted Tailgate Protector - Echelon Series™.

Built to withstand the demands of daily patrol, tactical operations, and fleet service. The PALADIN protects tailgate tops from impacts, dents, and costly damage while integrating high-intensity red and blue emergency lighting to enhance visibility, officer safety, and authoritative presence during roadside stops, incident response, and active scenes.

YOUR TRUCKS ARE YOUR IMAGE

Every law-enforcement vehicle represents the agency, the badge, and the professionalism it stands for wherever it operates. Factory aluminum tailgates and OEM caps are not designed to withstand the demands of daily patrol and field operations. Upgrading to PALADIN Heavy-Duty Tailgate Protectors helps safeguard department vehicles from damage while maintaining a clean, professional appearance. The result is reduced maintenance costs, extended vehicle service life, and a fleet that reflects the standards and readiness expected of modern law-enforcement operations—on every call, every shift, and every mile.

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MISSION-READY PROTECTION & VISIBILITY

The PSM PALADIN Lighted Tailgate Protector - Echelon Series™ is a mission-critical upfit solution for law-enforcement pickup fleets. Constructed from 12-gauge or 14-gauge steel plate, the PALADIN is engineered to withstand repeated impacts, equipment loading, and high-use operational environments. It provides full-coverage protection for the tailgate top, reducing damage, downtime, and long-term fleet maintenance costs.

Integrated high-intensity red and blue emergency LED lighting enhances rear-vehicle visibility during traffic stops, roadside assistance, and incident response, improving officer safety and scene control. Designed for seamless integration into law-enforcement vehicle builds, the PALADIN delivers durability, visibility, and reliability demanded by duty-grade fleet operations.

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DUTY-GRADE PROTECTION. CRITICAL VISIBILITY.


The PSM PALADIN Lighted Tailgate Protector - Echelon Series™ is a mission-critical visibility upfit for law-enforcement pickup fleets.

Integrated high-intensity red and blue emergency LED lighting delivers commanding rear-vehicle visibility. The lighting system enhances scene awareness and officer safety during traffic stops, roadside operations, and incident response by clearly signaling authority and vehicle presence.

Designed for seamless integration into law-enforcement builds, the PALADIN combines duty-grade durability with critical visibility required for modern fleet operations.



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PALADIN LAW ENFORCEMENT & EMERGENCY SERVICES COLLECTION

PALADIN - ECHELON SERIES

PSM designs rugged, long-lasting tailgate protectors for every type of truck owner—from daily drivers and off-road enthusiasts to heavy-duty commercial fleets.

When you need maximum protection and nearly indestructible industrial strength, PSM has your tailgate covered.

Upgrade your truck with the rugged, long-lasting PSM PALADIN LED Tailgate Protector - Echelon Series, available in two battle-ready options:

ECHELON SERIES - ARMOR SERIES: Built with a tough 14-gauge steel armor plate, it shields your tailgate from the hazards of the job site. A weather-proof carbon fiber reinforced lightbox delivers ruggedly reliable LED performance in any condition.

ECHELON SERIES - ULTRA ARMOR SERIES: Our premium, heavy-duty upgrade. Featuring the a heavy-duty 12-gauge steel armor top plate and a weather-proof carbon fiber reinforced lightbox, creating an almost indestructible tailgate protector engineered for extreme durability.

Add to that the toughest finish we could engineer.

The ARMOR SERIES offers a choice of durable black powder coat or the toughest and most durable polyurea-based bed liner we could find!

The ULTRA ARMOR comes only in the extra rugged premium bed liner and will outlast any truck it is installed on!

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PSM PALADIN LED Tailgate Protector For 2023-2026 Chevrolet / GMC 1500 - Armor Series

$445.00

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PSM PALADIN LED Tailgate Protector For 2023-2026 Chevrolet / GMC 2500/3500 - Ultra Armor Series

$525.00

PSM PALADIN LED Tailgate Protector™ For 2019-2022 Chevrolet / GMC 1500 - Ultra Armor Series - PSM
PSM PALADIN LED Tailgate Protector For 2023-2026 Chevrolet / GMC 1500 - Armor Series

$445.00

PSM PALADIN LED Tailgate Protector For 2023-2026 Chevrolet / GMC 2500/3500 - Shield Series - PSM
PSM PALADIN LED Tailgate Protector For 2023-2026 Chevrolet / GMC 2500/3500 - Ultra Armor Series

$525.00

Top Armor Plate

14-gauge Steel Armor Plate

12-gauge Steel Armor Plate

Finish

Black Textured Powder Coat or Premium Polyurea-based Bed Liner

Premium Polyurea-based Bed Liner

Light Bar

High Intensity LED Light Bar

High Intensity LED Light Bar

Light Box Structure

Carbon Fiber Reinforced ASA

Carbon Fiber Reinforced ASA

Lens

Impact Resistant Smoked Acrylic

Impact Resistant Smoked Acrylic

Installation

Easy 30 minute

Easy 30 Minute

Wiring

Plug-and Play Adapter with Full Installation Kit

Plug-and-Play Adapter with Full Installation Kit

Light Bar Options

ECHELON (Red/Blue) or (Red/White)

ALERT (Amber/White)

ECHELON (Red/Blue) or (Red/White)

ALERT (Amber/White)

PALADIN FLEET SOLUTIONS


Reduce damage, downtime, and replacement costs with the PSM PALADIN Heavy Duty Lighted Tailgate Protector™, engineered for fleet-operated pickup trucks. Built with 14-gauge or 12-gauge top plate armor, it withstands daily loading abuse, impacts, and harsh jobsite conditions. Integrated LED lighting improves rear visibility and safety while delivering a uniform, professional appearance across your fleet.

HOW TO ORDER

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Choose your Year/Make/Model:

PALADIN Tailgate Protectors are precision engineered to fit your truck's tailgate perfectly with simple 30 minute fitting and plug-n-play wiring.

Ford / Chevy / GMC / RAM / Toyota

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Choose your light bar:

  • ECHELON Light Bar: High Intesity Red/White/Blue or Red/White Lights.

  • ALERT Light Bar: High intensity sequential amber/white alert lights.
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Choose your level of protection:

The ARMOR SERIES Series has a choice of textured powder coat finish or a premium polyurea-based bed liner coat.

The ULTRA ARMOR SERIES Series has the toughest. most rugged premium polyurea-based bed liner coat we could find.

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Contact the Fleet Sales Team:

Phone: 801.854.7784

Email: info@powershiftmanufacturing.com

Or, use the Contact Form below.

FLEET SALES TEAM

Let us know your needs and the size and composition of your fleet and our Fleet Sales Team will work to put together a full protection package customized for your business.

PSM PRECISION ENGINEERING

Every PALADIN Tailgate Protector begins with a precision 3D scan, capturing exact measurements and subtle contours for a flawless, factory-perfect fit. Each component is then precision laser-cut for unmatched accuracy.

Our ULTRA ARMOR and ULTRA MAX Series feature all-metal light box enclosures which are precision laser-welded, delivering extreme strength, superior durability, and long-lasting performance built for real-world truck use.

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To us, American Made signifies more than exceptional craftsmanship. It reflects our promise to improve our customers’ experiences on the road and to support the people and communities we call home.

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