ARB Bull Bars

Vital for rural and remote area travel, ARB bull bars will provide substantially improved protection for vulnerable mechanical components against animal strikes whilst providing a solid base for mounting other accessories like driving lights, winches and CB antennas.

ARB bars are superbly engineered and manufactured to not only maintain maximum functionality, but also to ensure they complement the look of the vehicle.

Deluxe Bull Bar

Deluxe Bull Bar

Manufactured from steel for ultimate strength and powder coated for durability, the Deluxe bull bar is designed to complement the vehicle’s style and safety systems while offering a solid platform to mount essential 4WD accessories in a seamless and integrated package.

Available for the Colorado 7 models, the Deluxe bull bar is compatible with a selection of Warn, Smittybilt and Bushranger low mount winches. A cover panel finishes off the bar for when a winch is not fitted. To complement the bar, optional fog light kits are also available.

For added aesthetics, optional colour coding is available on all models.

Note: Optional winch mounting required.

Features

  • Vehicle specific design to complement the Holden Colorado 7 and maximise functionality
  • Durable steel construction for maximum protection
  • Incorporates ARB’s renowned multi fold upswept and tapered wing design for optimum strength and approach angle
  • Split pan design for maximum strength and airflow
  • Cover straps attached to the uprights ensure there are no exposed edges
  • Continuous uprights through the bumper section of the bar strengthens the outer frame
  • Superbly engineered, air bag compatible mounting system secures to chassis via high tensile bolts
  • Equally suited to winch and non-winch applications
  • Winch model will accommodate a selection of Warn, Magnum and Bushranger low mount model electric winches
  • Twin Hi-Lift jacking points located in the pan of the bar
  • Provision to accommodate ARB Intensity LED, and a range of IPF and Bushranger driving lights
  • Injection moulded clearance lamps/turn signal surrounds
  • Provision for optional ARB fog light kit
  • Durable urethane buffers
  • Retains original equipment tow point
  • Two aerial brackets located on the top frame of the bar
  • Finished in a hard-wearing powder coat with the added option of colour coding to individual vehicles
SmartBar

SmartBar

Specifically designed for the Holden Colorado, SmartBar’s latest model of the Vehicle Frontal Protection System blends seamlessly to the contours of the vehicle, maintaining the intended aesthetics of the Colorado design while providing unparalleled safety.

For more information, visit www.smartbar.com.au

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Features

  • Proudly Australian Made
  • Airbag compatible
  • Durable LED Parker/Indicator lights
  • Weight savings provides improved fuel economy and reduced tyre, suspension, and brake wear
  • Superior frontal protection due to the impact absorbing hollow construction
  • Two aerial mounts
  • UV stabilised polymer for durability and corrosion resistance
  • Styled to maintain the vehicle’s aesthetics
  • Minimal maintenance
  • Manufactured from environmentally friendly, recyclable polyethylene polymer
  • Available in black, silver grey, white, high-vis condor green and safety orange
  • Accommodates a large number of spotlights
  • Accommodates for up to 9,500lb winch

Bull Bar Production Steps

Laser Cutting

Laser Cutting

Every bull bar starts its life as a flat sheet of steel. Individual components are cut to shape using ARB’s state of the art, computer aided laser cutters which can cut to a tolerance of just 0.2mm with no heat distortion, resulting in superior surface finishes and accuracy.

Folding

Folding

Individual components are then folded to make up the sections of the bull bar using a Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) machine which ensures maximum accuracy and consistency. Most bull bars utilise ARB’s five fold design, with each fold providing additional strength.

Tube Work

Tube Work

ARB bull bars are made with strong, 2.6mm wall thickness tubing. The tube is cut to the desired length and bent with a CNC Eagle internal mandrel bender ensuring consistency, accuracy and an even wall thickness across all sections.

Robot Welding

Robot Welding

Once folded, each section is welded utilising a robot welder. Robot welders are used for straightforward, repetitive welding jobs that require deep penetration, speed and accuracy.

Assembly

Assembly

When individual components are complete, the bull bar is assembled. All sections including pan, wing, uprights, outer frame and chassis brackets are placed in a jig and tack welded. This is followed by finish welding and grinding for strength and aesthetics. Jigs are assessed regularly to ensure accuracy.

Post Assembly

Post Assembly

To complete the manufacturing process all ARB bars are shot blasted, before entering a 5 stage chemical wash to prepare the surface for maximum powder adhesion. They’re then powder coated and oven baked to ensure a rich and durable finish. As well as being an attractive and durable finish, power coating provides an excellent base for painting if colour coding is required.

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