Gear




Readers’ Rigs: May 2022
An old LandCruiser, a new Everest, and everything in-between

How to drive in a convoy
We look at best practice when it comes to driving in convoys – the why, the how and what equipment you’ll need to keep a group of travellers safe and prevent anyone from getting lost

Ironman 4×4 Monster winch: 12-month update
After a year on (and off) the road, here’s how our Ironman 4×4 12,000lb Monster winch is holding up

D-MAX gets an MSA 4×4 drawer system and drop slide
MSA storage drawers and a fridge drop slide installed in the latest D-MAX update, but will it all fit under the canopy?

Tested: Terrain Tamer brakes review
You can spend a lot of money searching for the holy grail of brakes, but what is the best bang for your buck for your 4WD?

Readers’ Rigs: April 2022
Anniversary edition 80 Series leads latest selection of Readers’ Rigs

Maxxis RAZR MT772 tyres: 20,000km update
How have the Maxxis RAZR muddies fitted to the 4X4 Australia D-MAX performed after 20,000km of use and abuse?

Camp Kitchen: Sausage rolls
The ultimate camping snack, but don’t forget to pack the tomato sauce

How to perform a difficult winch recovery
To escape tricky off-road traps, you’re going to need some advanced winching techniques in your arsenal

Bush Lapa Hopper 3i camper review
Want to do the big lap without worrying if your camper can make it? Bush Lapa’s Hopper 3i makes a strong case

Rooftop tent test: ARB Flinders vs Yakima Skyrise HD
In a world of cheap RTT options, how do two of the best premium soft-top rooftop tents shape up?

Camp Kitchen: Hot cross buns
Whether you’re camping or at home this Easter, hot cross buns are always a good idea

TAG releases new range of Tow Ball Mounts
TAG Towbars introduces a new range of Tow Ball Mounts to its extensive range of towing accessories

Readers’ Rigs: March 2022
Six tidy reader-submitted 4x4s

Advice: Duco protection for your 4×4
To maintain a pristine look, there are a range of products available to help protect exterior paint and the tub’s interior from the unforgiving elements

How to perform a winch recovery
How to use an electric winch to perform a basic vehicle recovery

Crashpad tool roll review
The Crashpad tool roll keeps tools tidy and handy, and can withstand a fair amount of abuse.

Camp Kitchen: Tin-foil whole fish
If you’re anything like us, you can never have enough fresh seafood

New 4×4 products: Camping equipment
A bunch of new camping kit from Companion, OZtrail and Campfire

New 4×4 products: EFS 4×4 Accessories
Bullbars and winches by the specialists at EFS

New 4×4 products: PCOR 4×4
A mix of new 4×4 gear by the pros at PCOR

New 4×4 products: Carbon Offroad
A closer look at some new gear from Carbon Offroad

How to descend steep hills in a 4×4
In this instalment of 4X4 Australia’s How To Off-Road series, we give the rundown on how to safely descend steep hills

Readers’ 4x4s: February 2022
Sweet 60 Series leads latest batch of reader-submitted 4x4s
4X4 Australia’s Gear section is your ultimate resource for the latest and best 4×4 gear, accessories, and equipment. Our team of off-road enthusiasts and automotive experts brings you in-depth reviews, comparisons, and buying guides for a variety of 4×4 products to help you make informed decisions and enhance your off-roading adventures.
Our in-depth reviews encompass a wide array of 4×4 equipment and accessories, such as off-road tyres, roof racks, winches, recovery gear, camping gear, and more. We assess each product’s performance, durability, and value for money to help you find the ideal solution for your off-road activities.