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PRODUCT TESTS & NEW STUFF
http://www.4X4australia.com.auBARRING ALL
THE latest alloy bullbar to hit ARB’s range is
tailored for the Ford Ranger PXII, and follows
the release of ARB alloy bullbars for the
newest Toyota Prado 150 (pictured), Nissan
NP300 and Ford Everest. The boffins at ARB
HQ developed a high-strength bar that fully
integrates with modern vehicle design, and
it maintains that highly recognisable ARB
look. It employs 4mm aluminium alloy for
the outer wings and centre pan, while 60mm
alloy outer tubing evokes a commanding
presence. The bullbar is secured to the
vehicle via a series of high-tensile bolts, and
steel mounts ensure it’s capable of dealing
with high winch loads (tested up to 10,000lb).
Website: http://www.arb.com.au/alloy138
ROGER, ROGER
A GREAT way to play it safe when exploring
is to stay connected to your fellow travellers.
And UHF two-way radios are the most reliable
way to stay in touch when there’s no mobile
phone coverage. Uniden’s new Titanium
(one-watt UH810S and two-watt UH820S)
series is designed to survive the harsh Aussie
outback. The tech offers access to 80 UHF
channels, and the radios have a range of
more than 9km (UH810S) and 13km (UH820S).
They’re rechargeable via USB, and talk time
equates to approximately 15 or 21 hours.
They come with a three-year warranty. A
Tradie’s Pack is also offered. Call Uniden
for more info: 1300 366 895.
RRP: $89.95 (UH810S); $179.95 (UH810S-2);
$229.95 (UH810S-2TP); $129.95 (UH820S);
$249.95 (UH820S-2); $299.95 (UH820S-2TP)
Website: http://www.uniden.com.au