ARB

ARB Story

The origins of ARB go back to 1975, when company founder, Tony Brown, was inspired by a 4WDing trip through the top end of Australia.

Back then, 4WDers relied on homemade or ill-fitting equipment that was not designed for extensive Outback expeditions. Endless corrugated roads, extreme temperatures, and the heavy loads carried by Australian travellers were tremendously punishing on vehicles that regularly tackled these kinds of conditions. Tony’s many years spent toiling on his Series 1 Land Rover proved extremely beneficial to others in the top end during his travels. Damaged bull bars and broken roof racks ensured Tony’s expertise was regularly called upon, and through this experience an idea was born – high quality, durable equipment that would meet the vigorous demands of 4WD owners.

Upon his return to Melbourne, Tony put theory into practise, and began working in the family garage to address some of the product deficiencies he’d encountered on his trip. It was exactly what Australian 4WDers had been waiting for, and ARB, the initials of Anthony Ronald Brown, was founded.

Today, ARB is Australia’s largest manufacturer and distributor of 4×4 accessories. We have a vast international presence, with an office in the USA and an export network that extends through more than 100 countries around the globe. Our philosophy, however, has never wavered from its original course – quality, reliability and practicality above all else.

ARB Manufacturing

ARB continues to maintain its position as an innovator in the industry by utilising the most modern, state-of-the-art fabrication equipment and machinery.

Today’s requirements for more complex designs are met with highly advanced, Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) sheet fabrication facilities. ARB’s production facilities are equipped with a range of state-of-the-art machinery suited to the manufacture of metal products. Our manufacturing capabilities include laser cutting, brake pressing, guillotining, CNC bending, machining and turning. We’re equipped with MIG, TIG, robot and spot welding facilities and also have powder coating and spray painting centres.

We have a stringent quality control system in place, ensuring our exceptionally high standards are maintained. These factors, combined with our level of automation, enable us to produce some of the finest 4WD accessories in the world.

ARB Distribution

Finished goods are stored at ARB’s main warehouse in Melbourne, Australia, where they are shipped out to over 100 countries worldwide.
In addition to the products we make ourselves, you’ll find floor to ceiling stacks of other leading brand name accessories such as IPF lights, Safari snorkels, Hi-Lift jacks and Warn winches. These products are built to the same uncompromising standards as our own, and have been carefully selected to complement the ARB range.
Naturally, we provide a comprehensive warranty with our accessories. Products manufactured or solely distributed by us have a minimum two year nationwide warranty.