Land Rover Discovery L550 Rear Tailgate Drip Rail Trim Left N/S FK72-406A77-AD

The Left Tailgate Protection Strip for Land Rover Discovery L550 is an original body part from the protection and decorative strips category, designed for installation on the left side of the tailgate. Engineered by the vehicle manufacturer, it ensures a seamless fit with the Discovery L550's body lines and effective water drainage from the edge of the boot lid.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: LR090574
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: FK72-460A77-AD
• Substitutable numbers: FK72406A77AE, FK72-406A77-AE, LR090574, FK72-406A77-AD, FK72406A77AD
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and Function of the Part

The presented tailgate strip serves a dual role: protective and aesthetic. As a part mounted at the rear of the vehicle on the left side, it works in conjunction with the tailgate seal, limiting the flow of water and dirt onto the boot edge. Simultaneously, it creates a cohesive finish for the upper part of the tailgate, maintaining the characteristic body line of the Discovery L550.

Thanks to its factory design, the strip retains the correct geometry, which facilitates proper gap alignment and minimizes the risk of stress within the tailgate panel. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs and for precise fitting of body panels.

Original Land Rover Origin and Fitment

As a Land Rover product, the strip has been developed specifically for the Discovery L550's construction. This means it retains factory mounting points, is compatible with original mounting holes, and has a profile tailored to the curvature of the tailgate.

Original origin translates to:

• secure fitment with other body parts,
• no need for modification of mountings,
• preservation of the vehicle's original styling line.

This makes the strip the right choice for both replacing a damaged part and for a comprehensive restoration of the rear body section.

Used Condition – Practical Benefits

This part comes from the secondary market, allowing you to combine the functionality of an original part with a more favorable purchase cost. For body strips, used components often retain full operational usability while reducing expenses compared to new replacements.

Choosing a used tailgate strip is particularly sensible for:

• bodywork and paint repairs after minor collisions,
• restoring the vehicle to factory condition after tailgate replacement,
• optimizing service costs while maintaining original quality.

Installation and Application in the Rear of the Vehicle

The strip is designed for installation in the rear zone of the vehicle on the left side, making it easy to identify the correct position during service work. The construction based on factory mounting points allows for installation under standard workshop conditions, without the need for body modifications.

When installed correctly, the strip supports:

• maintaining sealing around the upper edge of the tailgate,
• protecting the paint from intense water runoff,
• stable continuation of the rear body styling line.

Land Rover Protection and Decorative Strips – Selecting the Right Parts

If you need other Land Rover protection and decorative strips for your vehicle, check out the dedicated category: Land Rover protection and decorative strips. There you will find a wide selection of body parts tailored to various models of this brand, making it easier to assemble a complete finishing set.

More About Used Parts in Practice

If you want to better understand when choosing components from the secondary market is most cost-effective, it's worth reading an article describing the practical aspects of using used parts in popular brands – you can find it here: when used VW parts are a sensible choice. Although the text concerns a different brand, the issues discussed also apply to the approach to used body parts in other cars.