At a glance, the new 200 Series deluxe bull bar may appear to look like any other ARB bar. However, closer inspection reveals quite a different story. This bar has been specifically designed and engineered from the ground up to suit the style and curves of today’s modern vehicles.

ARB purchased two LandCruisers specifically for R & D purposes to ensure we could produce a complete range of accessories as quickly as possible, and although our accessories for this vehicle may not have been the first on the market, they certainly stand out from others in every aspect.

The frontal chassis characteristics of the 200 Series necessitated the development of the most complex and sophisticated mounting system ever developed by ARB. This has resulted in a mounting system that actually strengthens the vehicle’s chassis, ensuring the bull bar provides a huge amount of protection, and, in the case of the winch bar, serves as a superb winching platform.

One of the major considerations that ARB engineers focused on during the design process was bull bar placement in relation to the vehicle. In off road situations, approach angles and ground clearance are very important factors, and it was crucial that the ARB bar did not compromise these. Our engineers first established the optimum position for the bull bar, in terms of functionality and appearance, and then designed a mounting system to suit.

The end result, is a bull bar that maximises vehicle functionality in off road environments by actually improving ground clearance and approach angles over the standard bumper. A great deal of work also went into ensuring that the mounting system, and the bar itself, was fully compatible with the vehicle’s air bag system.

Due to the sheer size of the vehicle, engineers faced the prospect of producing a bull bar that was wider than anything they’d done previously. Everything needed to be scaled up. But rather than simply increasing the size, a number of styling changes were also incorporated to perfectly tailor the bar to this vehicle. From the large 60.3mm tube frame and wide 50mm upright cover straps, to the upscaled urethane buffers, everything about this bar caters for the vehicle’s exceptional size.

The traditional five fold wing has been adapted to complement the shape and distinctive appearance of the 200 Series without compromising strength or functionality. This design utilises a large, 33mm radius on the leading fold of the pan and wings, which gives it a modern and stylish look.

Both bull and winch bars for the 200 Series are available, with the winch compatible version suitable for Warn low mount models up to 12,000lb. All bars incorporate Hi-Lift jacking points in the pan for additional recovery capability, and utilise the original equipment tow hooks. As an added feature unique to this bar, the pan underneath the wings helps prevent mud and dust ingress and protects electrical components, as well as giving the bar an overall neater finish.

Other practical elements incorporated into the 200 Series bar include provision for fog lights, IPF driving lights and twin CB aerials. The injection moulded fog/turn signal surrounds add to the bar’s overall quality and look, resulting in a finish that will not deteriorate over time. Supplied standard in a durable black powder coat, consumers have the additional option of colour coding these bull bars to suit individual purposes.

To conclude, ARB’s bar for the 200 Series, much like the vehicle itself, incorporates modern styling, with sloping lines and curved elements that give it the aesthetic edge over other available products. And although it may be one of ARB’s biggest bull bars, its extensive design characteristics specifically tailored to this vehicle make it appear deceptively compact.

Along with commercial and deluxe bull bars, a selection of other accessories are available for the 200 Series including roof racks and Air Lockers, while there are a number of other products currently in the pipeline including Sahara bars, rear bars, and Old Man Emu suspension.

All media enquiries should be directed to Matt Frost:
Tel: (03) 9761 6622
Fax: (03) 9721 9093
Web: www.arb.com.au
Email: mfrost@arb.com.au
Post: PO Box 105, Kilsyth, Vic 3137

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