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.

Features

  • Vehicle specific design to complement the Y62 and maximise functionality
  • Durable steel construction for maximum protection
  • Fully compatible with Nissan’s Forward Collision Warning System (bull bar only; not compatible with winch bar)
  • 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
  • Extensive under protection panels on the centre and either side
  • Cover straps attached to the uprights ensure there are no exposed edges
  • Continuous uprights through the bumper section of the bar strengthen the outer frame
  • Superbly engineered, air bag compatible mounting system secures to chassis via high tensile bolts
  • 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
  • Provision for optional ARB Fog Light kit
  • Recessed indicators and parking lights
  • Durable urethane buffers
  • Retains original equipment tow point
  • Two CB aerial brackets located in the centre top tube
  • 30mm top pan radius
  • Provision for forward facing camera (if fitted)
  • Supplied in a durable black powder coat finish, colour coding is available as an option for a fully integrated look
Sahara Bar

Sahara Bar

With a more low profile design, the Patrol Sahara bar provides an alternative look to the range of deluxe bars, whilst retaining many of the strength and protection features.

Offering significantly greater protection than the factory bumper, the Sahara bar is available with or without the polished centre tube and can accommodate a selection of Warn, Magnum, Bushranger and Smittybilt low mount winches.

For added aesthetics, optional colour coding is also available.

Features

  • Vehicle specific design to complement the Y62 Patrol 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
  • Fully compatible with Nissan Advanced Safety Shield option (Note: does not allow for winch fitment due to the radar system obstructing fitment)
  • Split pan design for maximum strength and airflow
  • Superbly engineered, air bag compatible mounting system secures to chassis via high tensile bolts
  • Additional protection panels for lower front vehicle components with specific wing panels and stone tray
  • Bar can be configured with or without 89mm polished alloy centre tube
  • 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 fog light/turn signal surrounds with provision for ARB fog lights
  • Durable urethane buffers
  • Retains original equipment tow point
  • Two laser cut mounting holes in the centre pan for CB aerial fitment (Note: two additional CB aerial brackets located in the optional polished centre tube.)
  • Finished in a hard-wearing powder coat with the added option of colour coding to individual vehicles

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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