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.

Summit Bull Bar

The Summit bull bar builds on the renowned ARB Deluxe bar architecture, and integrates a fresh and contemporary design language to complement modern vehicles.

Available for MU-X models, Summit bars are winch compatible and provide next generation protection and styling for your vehicle. Laser cut holes for mounting ARB Intensity LED, IPF and Bushranger driving lights are integrated into the top pan of the bar, while ARB’s LED, indicator and clearance light assembly is included as standard.

Supplied in a durable black powdercoat finish, colour coding is available as an option for a fully integrated look.

Note: Bar shown with optional fog light kit.

Features

  • Vehicle specific design to complement the Isuzu MU-X 2017+
  • Durable steel construction for maximum protection
  • Incorporates ARB’s renowned multi-fold upswept and tapered wing design for optimum strength and approach angle
  • 30mm edge radius on wings and centre section
  • Superbly engineered, air bag compatible mounting system secures to chassis via high tensile bolts and hardware
  • Split pan design for maximum strength and airflow
  • Three piece grille design for split pan
  • Extensive centre protection panels on centre and either side
  • Pressed form top pan and aluminium winch cover panel
  • Anti-reflective tape kit is included to eliminate glare from the DRL’s on the outer frame of the Summit bar
  • Twin Hi-Lift jack points located below each buffer for optimum strength
  • Durable two piece buffers
  • Will accommodate Warn, Magnum, Bushranger and Smittybilt low mount model electric winches up to 10,000lb
  • Provision to accommodate ARB Intensity LED, and a range of IPF and Bushranger driving lights
  • Provision for optional ARB fog light kit
  • Provision for optional ARB fog light covers
  • Provision for optional Summit Roller Fairlead Cover
  • Includes ARB LED, indicator & clearance light
  • Two aerial brackets located on the top of the centre frame
  • Corrosion resistant primer
  • Supplied in a durable black powdercoat finish, colour coding is available as an option for a fully integrated look
SmartBar

SmartBar

Specifically designed for the Isuzu MU-X 2017 onwards model, SmartBar’s latest model of the Vehicle Frontal Protection System blends seamlessly to the contours of the vehicle, maintaining the intended aesthetics of the Isuzu design while providing unparalleled safety.

Please note: image for illustrative purposes only.

Features

  • Proudly Australian Made
  • 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
  • Accepts the original vehicle fog lights
  • Two antenna mount locations
  • UV stabilised polymer for durability
  • Styled to maintain the vehicles aesthetics
  • Minimal maintenance
  • Manufactured from environmentally friendly, recyclable polyethylene polymer
  • Available in black, white or silver grey
  • Accommodates for 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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