Gear




Custom Colorado tops Readers’ Rigs in July 2021
The best Readers Rigs from July are in, with a loaded Colorado at the front of the pack

New 4×4 products: August 2021
4×4 product watch: C-TEK CS FREE, Curt Rebellion adjustable ball mount, TJM Navara and TJM twin-air compressor

GU Patrol ute tops Readers’ Rigs in June 2021
A GU Patrol ute leads the latest list of reader-submitted 4x4s

D-MAX gets a set of TruFit 3D floor mats
Is this the best bang-for-buck upgrade you can make to your 4×4?

Vote now in Club 4X4’s 4X4 of the Year competition
Vote now in Club 4X4’s 2021 4X4 of the Year competition for a chance to win a couple of great prizes

Send in your embarrassing off-road photos for a chance to win
Send in your embarrassing off-road snaps for a chance to win a $300 MaxTrax voucher

Tested: Evakool 40L fridge drawer
Have we been doing camp fridges all wrong? 4×4 Australia contributor Dan Everett thinks so.

Tidy Triton tops Readers’ Rigs
Latest batch of Readers’ Rigs is in, led by a tidy Triton loaded with gear

D-MAX scores a set of Fuel Anza wheels
Our tradie-spec D-MAX scores some bling, with a set of Fuel Anza wheels

What to pack in a 4×4 tool kit
The spanners and bits that might save you a long walk home

Our D-MAX gets a set of Maxxis RAZR muddies
Initial impressions of a set of Maxxis MT-772 RAZR tyres after 5000km

D-MAX gets Tough Dog Suspension upgrade
A 40mm Tough Dog Suspension lift fixes more than ground clearance on the 4X4 Australia D-MAX

Modified SR5 Hilux tops Readers’ Rigs in April 2021
The latest batch of reader-submitted fourbies has lobbed, with an SR5 Hilux leading the pack.

4×4 gear: Tents, bullbars, camping kit and more
A closer look at some new tents, bullbars, camping gear and more.

4X4 Australia D-MAX equipped with Ironman 4×4 kit
Ironman 4×4 works its magic on our 2020 D-MAX … spoiler alert, it looks awesome

4X4 Australia D-MAX gets Narva Ultima 180 Mk2 LED driving lights
We install a set of Narva LED driving lights, to prove bigger isn’t always better

Projecta 180W solar panel review
Projecta’s latest range of solar panels offers more power in an easy-to-use package.

Tested: Cub Drifter II camper trailer
The Cub Drifter II is a family-friendly off-roader that provides so much more than shelter

Long-term test: BFGoodrich KM3 muddies
Is it possible to have the off-road ability of a muddie and still enjoy on-road performance, mileage and comfort?

AOR Sierra ZR camper tested in the Simpson Desert
Conscripted as the Moon Tours’ support trailer, we take the Sierra ZR camper straight from the showroom to the Simpson Desert.

Tyre Test: Yokohama X-AT G016
How are these new X-AT tyres from Yokohama holding up?

Motop rooftop tent review
Save on fuel with the Slimline series of innovative Motop rooftop tents.

Aussie-made Lux Fab exhaust system tested
Adding to the long list of reasons why it’s always better to buy local, Lux Fab is continuing to show how good a quality Australian-made exhaust can be.

TESTED: Companion Lithium 60L Single Zone Rechargeable Fridge/Freezer
Companion’s new 60-litre fridge with integrated lithium battery sounds great in theory, but how does it stack up in the real world?
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.