An ARB Air Locker is Born
Ever wondered how a genuine ARB Air Locker is manufactured? Wonder no more as we put you inside the machines that make the world’s best 4×4 traction aid, right here at our global headquarters in Melbourne, Australia.
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Air Locker Destruction Test
In order to continually improve the product, our engineers are constantly trying to break Air Lockers. We even built a specialised test rig to allow us to place torques on the Air Locker far in excess of what’s possible in the field. In this static torque failure test, we used a high performance Dana 44, 33 spline diff with the best axle shaft we could get our hands on to put the Air Locker to the ultimate test.
Closer Look
The ARB Air Locker is a driver-controlled, selectable locking differential that provides ultimate traction on demand without sacrificing on-road driveability. This specific unit is engineered for the rear axle of your Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series, featuring a 32-spline count and designed as an OE lock replacement for the robust 9.5 inch axle.
A standard 'open' differential is a compromise, designed to allow wheels to turn at different speeds on pavement. off road, this becomes a liability, as it directs all power to the wheel with the least grip, leaving you stranded. While a limited-slip differential (LSD) offers a partial improvement, it requires wheelspin to engage and never truly locks. The ARB Air Locker overcomes this by solidly locking the axle at the flick of a switch, providing 100% traction instantly to both wheels on the rear axle.
This allows your Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series to confidently tackle steep inclines, rocky obstacles, and slippery tracks. When disengaged, the Air Locker functions just like an open differential, maintaining safe and predictable handling on sealed surfaces. Built in Australia from high-strength, aerospace-grade materials, and backed by a 5-year warranty, the ARB Air Locker is the durable and reliable traction aid trusted by off roaders globally for its proven performance.
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