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 WHY FIT A BULL BAR?

  • To minimise damage to the vehicle in the event of a collision with other vehicles or animals.
  • To reduce the chance of the vehicle being immobilised as the result of a minor accident.
  • To provide mounting points for winch, driving lights and communication aerials.
  • To improve the appearance and value of the vehicle.
4WD and Commercial Vehicles
T1 Bull Bar
A night on the town, cruising the open road, or indulging in a little recreational rough stuff, the TJM T1 Bar is designed for today's sophisticated vehicle, and is an ultra modern, classy and stylish bar which replaces the original bumper and always looks great.
* Available in alloy only.
* Driving lights are optional.

T3 Bull Bar
The sleek design of this polished alloy bar has unique appeal. Replacing the original bumper the T3 bull bar offers increased protection. Driving light mounting points are also a feature along with polyurethane bumperettes.

* Available in alloy only.

NOTE:T3 Alloy bar is available outside of Australia only.

T5 Bull Bar

These light weight bars are fitted with the original bumper retained and are ideal in situations where weight is an essential consideration. TJM offer either a traditional profile cato or a modern tube style T5 bar depending on the vehicle make and model. Careful consideration is given to ensuring a style that will achieve form and function according to specific vehicle characteristics.

* Available in alloy and steel for some models.
* Driving lights are optional.

T11 Bull Bar

Whether frequently travelling the outback or tackling a heavy mountain trail, this classic bar consists of a one piece channel that replaces the original bumper and is designed for increased protection to the very important underbody components such as steering and suspension.

* Available in steel only.
* Driving lights are optional.

T13 Bull Bar

This traditional no nonsense bar is designed for the serious off roader, commercial and agricultural user, and consists of a tapered channel replacing the original bumper to enhance the approach and departure angles. The T13 Bar in most cases is engineered to allow for fitment of a select range of winches. The raised centre section, on most bars, allows for fitment of large diameter driving lights.

* Available in alloy and steel for some models.
* Driving lights are optional.

T15 Bull Bar

The astute purchaser will not go past the stylish, rugged, versatile, no compromise TJM T15 Bar; it has it all. Replacement channel for improved approach and departure angles. Large diameter raised centre section to accommodate driving lights and engineered for installation of most low mount winches.

* Available in alloy and steel for some models.
* Driving lights and winch are optional.

T16 Grille Guard

The T16 Grille Guard really adds style to your four wheel drive. It is manufactured from large diameter alloy tube and polished to a bright finish. Most T16 Grille Guards are designed to include auxiliary light mounting bars.

* Driving lights are optional.

T17 Bumper

The adaptable T17 Bumper is available in high polished aluminum or black powder painted steel with provision for the mounting of driving lights and for a low mount winch installation. Optional Grille Bar also available.

NOTE:T17 Bumper Channel is available outside of Australia only.

*For winch installation in the aluminium bars a steel winch frame is required.


Passenger Vehicles
T16 Grille Guard
TJM have a range of T16 grille guards for most popular passenger vehicles. For the majority of passenger vehicles these are made of large diameter polished alluminium tube . For a selected range of passenger vehicles the T16 grille guard is also available with chrome-steel tube with welded on light tabs. Most T16 grille guards include driving light mounting points.

* Available in alloy only.

T5 Bull Bar
These light weight bars are fitted with the original bumper retained and are ideal in situations where weight is an essential consideration. A strict design criteria ensures a style that will achieve form and function according to specific vehicle characteristics.

* Available in alloy only.
* Driving lights are optional.

T11 Bull Bar
The full bumper replacement alloy bull bar is a must for frequent outback travellers. Manufacturerd from a one piece channel the T11 bull bar also features lower loops for additional vehicle protection.

* Available in alloy only.
* Driving lights are optional.

Vans and People Mover
T16 grille guard
Light commercial vans have evolved into purpose designed vehicles for transportation of general cargo or the most precious cargo of all : you and your family. Frontal Protection Bars are individually designed by TJM with careful consideration given to the weight over the front wheels.

T16 grille guard.

* Available in alloy only.
* Driving lights are optional.

T5 Bull Bar
These light weight bars are fitted with the original bumper retained and are ideal in situations where weight is an essential consideration. TJM offer a modern tube style T5 bar depending on the vehicle make and model. Careful consideration is given to ensuring a style that will achieve form and function according to specific vehicle characteristics.

* Available in alloy and steel for some models.
* Driving lights are optional.

T1 Bull Bar
With style, protection and functionality, the T1 bull bar replaces the existing bumper offering additional protection to the vehicle. Driving light mounting points and bumperettes are available on most models.

* Available in alloy only.
* Driving lights are optional.

 

 

How do Air Bags Work?
Air Bags are becoming a common safety feature on many vehicles today. These inflatable devices are mounted in the steering wheel or dash board and are activated by sensors located at various points in the vehicle. The sensors are programmed to trigger the air bag when the vehicle is involved in a major frontal collision. According to the manufacturers, accidents involving animal strikes, (including kangaroos), are generally not severe enough to activate the air bags, nor are they intended to deploy in accidents such a roll overs, rear impact or side impact for all but a few luxury vehicles.
Can Bull Bars & Air Bags work together?
Bull bars must be designed to ensure they do not adversely affect the air bag triggering of a vehicle while at the same time achieving the bar's primary function of animal strike protection.
TJM Research
In 1993 TJM embarked on an extensive research and testing program in co-operation with organizations such as the Queensland University of Technology, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Automotive Safety Engineering and others. The objective was to ensure TJM bars do not have detrimental effects on air bag triggering systems.
The latest in technology, including computer simulation, static and dynamic crash testing methods are used to establish air bag compatibility. This extensive program has led to the establishment of TJM's own test facilities.
Crash Testing
With numerous static destruction tests and hundreds of dynamic impact tests completed on TJM bars for air bag equipped vehicles, TJM's data base on bull bars and air bags is extensive to say the least. TJM have been involved with many vehicle crash tests with bull bars installed that validate TJM's design and testing methods.
Australian Design Rules (ADR69)
ADR69 requires passenger carrying vehicles to achieve specified levels of occupant protection in frontal collisions. Extensive independent test programs have established that properly designed bull bars can be installed to most of these vehicles with an inconsequential effect on the 'crash pulse' of the vehicle and hence, air bag triggering.

 

 

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