Summit Bar, Side Rails and Steps for Fortuner
The most recent addition to Toyota’s 4×4 line up, is the Fortuner five door wagon. Built around the platform of Australia’s longest standing dual cab ute, the HiLux, the Fortuner is fast becoming a family favourite. Given the genuine off road capability of this 4×4 wagon, ARB are proud to release the Summit range of protection equipment including the Toyota Fortuner Summit Bar, Side Rails and Steps, giving families improved safety for their upcoming adventures.
Toyota Fortuner Summit Bar
Whilst visually similar to the HiLux, there are a number of key differences, including the Fortuner’s greater front overhang, that required a separate bar development program.
The front buffer section is common across the Summit range of frontal protection. A shorter top section of the buffer has been developed to ensure that the front overhang of the bar is kept to a minimum yet still retains sufficient space for winch access and mounting of driving lights. Bar uprights, press formed cover straps, wings and pans are all unique to the Fortuner.
Due to a largely retained chassis design, the previously developed ARB Recovery Points and Under Vehicle Protection products are shared across both HiLux and Fortuner models.
ARB’s Summit Bar features:
- Retained factory safety features including air bag, stability & traction control, and ABS functionality
- Reinforced steel construction, including structurally braced internals for superior strength
- ‘Multi-fold’ design for increased outer panel strength
- Split pan design improved air flow to vehicle radiator
- Aluminium (powder coated black) winch cover panel for clean look
- Hi-Lift jack points located beneath each buffer for optimum strength
- Suitable for Warn, Magnum, Bushranger and Smittybilt low mount electric winches up to 10,000lb
- Aestheticly discreet winch control box locates behind the front panel with easy access for remote controller
- Split pan grille with access door for winch clutch handle engagement/disengagement
- Pre-drilled and treated mounting points for ARB Intensity driving lights and a range of Bushranger and IPF lights
- Provision for optional ARB fog lights and covers
- Includes ARB LED Indicator and clearance light
- Two aerial brackets located on the top of the centre tube
- Zinc rich primer for additional corrosion resistance
- Finished in satin black powder coat with the option to colour code to vehicle colour
Toyota Fortuner Summit Side Rails and Steps
To compliment the Summit Bar and to add an additional level of protection to your vehicle, ARB have released the matching Summit Side Rails and Steps for the Toyota Fortuner.
ARB’s Summit Side Rails and Steps features:
- Durable 60.3mm tubed steel construction for maximum protection.
- Anodised step extrusion featuring anti slip ridges for additional grip
- Steel tubing is finished in satin black powder coat with the option to colour code to vehicle colour
- Fitted with corrosion resistant fasteners
Ascent Canopy revealed for Amarok & D-Max
The newest member to the ARB canopy family, the Ascent canopy, is now available for the popular VW Amarok and Isuzu D-Max dual cab ute models.
The Ascent is ARB’s feature packed flagship canopy, offering the highest level of usability and comfort in an ultra-premium design. Amongst the raft of standard features is the heavily desired, and fully integrated, central locking and push button window switches. The latest streamline design ensures a modern complement to the latest in 4×4 vehicle design.
All the tech
Technology is one thing the ARB brand prides itself on, and there are no exceptions here with the range leading canopy design.
Tech features include:
- 9mm ABS canopy shell suitable for temperatures -20 to 90 degrees Celsius
- 5mm tempered safety glass with 28% visual light transmission dark grey tint
- E Mark approved LED high level brake light
- Patented canopy mounting system for clean and seamless vehicle lines and secure mounting
- Internal emergency release handle for rear door
- Low current draw LED interior light
Canopy Convenience & Practicality
An ARB canopy is far more than an enclosed cover for the back of your ute. The new Ascent canopy for the VW Amarok and Isuzu D-Max is an accessory to improve the functionality and versatility of your work horse regardless of whether you are kitting it for the worksite, Outback adventure or fishing trip.
Features:
- Seamless design to integrate with the vehicle tub
- Aerodynamic styling with integrated spoiler featuring LED brake light
- Frameless curved tinted glass
- Side windows optioned for either lift up, pop out, or a combination
- Convenient 280mm high access for side lift windows
- Front lift-up window for access to clean rear vehicle cabin window
- Improved security with remote central locking for rear door and side lift up windows
- No mechanical handles
- Three dimensional curved rear door glass with “invisible” hinge
- Slimline canopy vent which provides positive pressure inside the canopy to reduce dust ingress. Coupled with improved sealing onto the vehicle tub.
- 9mm ABS shell offers easy to clean interior, eliminating stains and odours
- Clean visual interior conceals fasteners and wiring looms
- Automatic activation of high output, low current draw LED interior light
- Non intrusive, roof load internal support system (optional) to maximise cargo space
- Unique roof load carrying solutions for additional cargo requirements (optional)
- Suitable for standard or Sportguard ute liner fitment
- See more at: http://www.arb.com.au/arb-ascent-canopy-revealed-vw-amarok-isuzu-d-max/#sthash.QvGX0QAx.dpuf
ARB Frontier Long Range Fuel Tank
After years of research and development, we are pleased to release our latest 4×4 accessory, the ARB Frontier long range fuel tank. Superior in design, the ARB Frontier fuel tank is engineered from durable materials to ensure the secure and effective transport of diesel fuel for extended travel.
The ARB Frontier long range fuel tank is roto-moulded in Australia from a specially formulated cross-linked polymer, ensuring the tank is designed and engineered with strength and durability in mind. The specially formulated polymer is impact resistant, flexible and UV resistant. Without compromising on strength, the polymer also provides a weight saving of 30 to 50 per cent over an equivalent steel tank. This makes the ARB Frontier fuel tank easier to maneuver for fast installation.
The roto-moulding process extends the fuel tank capacity by following the vehicle underbody contours and the one piece construction eliminates seems or welds in the body of the tank. With a wall thickness of 7-9mm, the additional fuel needed for extended outback travel is sure to be safeguarded from off road elements.
As a replacement to the original vehicle fuel tank, the ARB Frontier long range fuel tank utilises quality hardware fittings. The mounting straps attach directly to the existing vehicle mounts and an ARB manufactured pump plate accommodates the existing fuel module.
All ARB Frontier tanks are pressure tested for conformance to our exacting standards and are fully supported with a nationwide 3 year manufacturer’s warranty.
The ARB Frontier long range fuel tank is your perfect partner to explore a new frontier.
Key Features:
- Impact resistant, flexible and UV resistant
- 7-9mm wall thickness
- Vehicle specific designs
- Lightweight tank lessens the impact on GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass)
- Compatible with diesel fuel
- Easy to install
MY16 200 Series Reaches the Summit
Great news for all Toyota LandCruiser enthusiasts! Your wait is over. The ARB team are elated to offer the newly released Summit bull bar to suit the GX and GXL 200 Series Toyota LandCruiser MY16. Whilst chassis mounts have been retained from the pre-facelift model, due to the change in headlight, bonnet, guards and bumper, all other components have specifically been designed and developed for the MY16 200 Series to suit your next off road adventure.
As with all ARB Summit bull bars, the bar features twin aerial mounting tabs, durable urethane buffers, driving light mounts, Hi-Lift jack points and 62.6mm press formed cover straps. The press formed centre pan features a smooth continuous edge radius that complements modern vehicle design and provides greater strength, while a 4mm pressed aluminium cover panel is recessed into the bar for an integrated appearance (when a winch is not fitted).
The ARB Summit bull is finished in a hard-wearing satin black powder coat with optional colour coding available.
Bars for other MY16 200 Series variants are currently under development and will be released in due course.
ARB Range Expanded for MQ Triton
Following the recent release of ARB’s new Summit bull bar for the MQ Triton, complementary side protection, in the form of Summit side rails and steps, have also been released, along with ARB’s tried and tested Classic canopy and the all new ARB Sportguard Ute Liner.
Side Rails and Steps
The new side rails and steps have been developed specifically for the new Triton, with large 60.3mm diameter tubing providing added protection as well as improved entry and exit to the vehicle cab or roof via the extruded step section.
Individual fitment of the protection step is also available for those customers who either don’t have an ARB bull bar or don’t require a front rail.
A clever design registered clamp offers a neat and practical solution to connect the 60.3mm side rail to the upright of either an ARB Summit bar or Commercial bar (currently under development).
Classic Canopy
Adorning the MQ Triton is a new tub design with high sides, a lower front centre pan, curved canopy mounting surface and lower tailgate height. This provided a welcome challenge to our Design Engineers and Product Managers, with the final result a testament to their ability and eye for detail.
Complementing the design of the vehicle and its high sided tub, the ARB Classic canopy is now available in standard height configuration with either a smooth or textured exterior finish. The new canopy is available with either sliding or lift up windows, which are positioned low on the canopy shell to provide easy access into the back of the vehicle.
As part of the fitment process, additional tailgate seals are added to the rear corners of the vehicle tub in order to minimise water and dust ingress through the tailgate. The rear door is fitted with a high mount LED stop lamp, a forward facing interior light and specially selected gas assist struts with a low opening force for ease of use.
ARB canopy shells are made from a special co-extruded ABS plastic for strength and durability. The ABS is inert and, with suitable venting, is safe for the transportation of animals, as well as being recyclable, reducing landfill at the end of the product life.
The Classic canopy is available in either a smooth finish, colour coded to the vehicle as standard, or a more economical white textured surface with optional colour coding.
A number of roof rack options and other accessories are also available.
ARB Sportguard Ute Liner
The sleek new ARB Sportguard Ute Liner incorporates many features that have been tailored to suit the needs and requirements of both trade and touring customers alike. Limitations of the traditional two piece Ute Liner have been overcome with the clever new five piece design of the ARB Sportguard.
A standout feature is the new anti-slip floor, which means no longer will you be guessing where your cargo is when you arrive at your destination – it will be exactly where you left it! The simple snap-fit installation allows the multi-piece tub liner to be easily installed in separate sections with no drilling required. OE tie down points are reused and also assist in the retention of the Sportguard and, through the inclusion of spacers in the supplied fitting kit, ARB Sportguard maintains vehicle hard-point mounting to ensure the tie down load ratings are not affected.
Integrating the Sportguard with the plethora of tub accessories has also been considered. Sportguard is compatible with ARB ute lids, OE sportbars and with minimal modifications, ARB canopies.
The unique floor design incorporates a gutter channel to accommodate placement of the vertical panels and also allows any water to drain away at the vehicle tailgate area. The floor mat design allows for good air movement underneath and does not interfere with the vehicle drain ports at the front of the tub floor. The tailgate piece with Sportguard is a “cap off” design and does not cover the top of the tailgate.
Summit Bar Lands for MK2 Ranger
Ford’s recently released MK2 PX Ranger is the latest in a string of new or facelift dual cab releases in 2015 and ARB engineers have worked quickly to ensure our latest Summit bull bar is ready to add vital protection to the front of the vehicle.
The facelift Ranger features a number of changes, both subtle and obvious, which have required a new bar to be developed specifically for this model. Obvious changes are to the headlight assemblies and front bumper treatment. Subtle changes are to the front guards and bonnet of the Ranger. Chassis mounts developed for the previous Ranger Summit bar have been retained but new wings and lower pan have been developed to suit the changes to the vehicle.
Features
- Vehicle specific design for the MK2 PX Ford Ranger
- Durable steel construction for maximum protection
- ARB’s renowned multi fold upswept and tapered wing design for optimum strength and approach angle
- 30mm radius on wings and centre section
- 60.3mm outer frames and centre cross bar
- Superbly engineered, air bag compatible mounting system secures to chassis via high tensile bolts and hardware
- Split pan design for maximum strength and airflow
- 2 piece grill design for split pan
- Extensive underwing protection panels
- Press formed cover strap
- Pressed form top pan and aluminium winch cover panel
- Combination style bar to suit both winch and non-winch applications
- Twin Hi-Lift jack points located below each buffer for optimum strength
- Durable two piece buffers including cover strap intersection caps
- Will accommodate Warn, Magnum, Bushranger and Smittybilt low mount electric winches up to 10,000lb
- Provision to accommodate ARB Intensity LED’s and a range of IPF lights
- Provision for optional ARB fog light kit
- Includes ARB LED indicator and clearance light
- Two aerial brackets located on the top of the centre fame
- Zinc rich primer for additional rust resistance
- Finished in a hard wearing satin black powder coat with the added option of colour coding to individual requirements
- See more at: http://www.arb.com.au/mk2-summit-bar/#sthash.XK4H50WA.dpuf
TJ added to Icons lineup
Our North American fans made it very clear that a Jeep needed to be included in this project, as it’s the quintessential Icon to represent a massive piece of 4×4 history.
The Jeep Wrangler is a compact SUV that was designed to uphold the historic legacy of the Jeep brand, while offering a fun, ‘go-anywhere’ vehicle that was well received by enthusiasts and the everyday public.
While Jeep Wranglers and their CJ predecessors never presumed to be luxury vehicles, the TJ generation was a big advancement with additions like coil sprung suspension, safety air bags and a redesigned interior that brought this 4×4 up to modern standards. The 4.0L was the most popular engine choice, having been used by Jeep from 1987 through to 2006, pushing out around 141 kW.
Changes to the TJ’s chassis, suspension and axles greatly improved the Wrangler’s off road capability. The solid front and rear axles, coupled with the highly articulating Quadra-Link suspension setup, allow these vehicles to flex and crawl over almost any obstacle.
Key Stats:
- 10 years in production, from 1997 – 2006
- Available with the venerable 4.0L AMC straight 6-cylinder engine, or a 2.5/2.4 4-cylinder option
- 80% of the component parts of this generation were newly designed for the 1997 release
- Starting in 2004, the stretched Wrangler Unlimited (“LJ” or TJ-L) was added to Jeep’s lineup
- Removable top and doors, with a fold down windshield
- 3.93m total length, with a 2.37m wheelbase
- The Jeep name is derived from the military designation GP (for General Purpose)
- 4 trim levels, 10 ‘special editions’ including Tomb Raider and Sahara movie tie-in models