Outback Armour – Mazda BT-50 (07/2020+)

Description

Outback Armour Suspension for Mazda BT-50 (07/2020+)

Upgrade your Mazda BT-50 (07/2020+) with an Australian-engineered Outback Armour suspension kit. These kits handle corrugations, mining roads and remote touring while still delivering a comfortable, controlled highway ride. Outback Armour builds each kit around heavy-duty twin-tube shocks, matched springs and quality hardware to improve control, comfort and load-carrying ability in real-world 4×4 use.

Why choose Outback Armour?

• Australian engineers design and tune every kit for harsh off-road conditions
• Large-body shocks and high-flow pistons deliver consistent damping under load
• Matched coil or leaf springs suit specific vehicle loads and accessories
• Options cover unladen daily drivers through to heavy touring and work rigs

Shock Options: Performance, Digressive & Adjustable Bypass

Performance Range

The Performance range uses robust 60 mm twin-tube shocks with high-flow internals to deliver a strong all-round ride on and off road. These shocks suit daily-driven Mazda BT-50s that regularly tour, tow or travel gravel roads without needing external adjustment.

Digressive (DSV) Shocks

Digressive (DSV) shocks provide firmer control at low shaft speeds and soften progressively as shaft speed increases. This tuning delivers:

• A planted, stable feel on sealed roads and during cornering
• A smoother, more compliant response over corrugations and rough tracks
• Improved control of body roll and pitching when loaded or towing

For drivers who want excellent highway manners without sacrificing off-road capability, the Digressive option often hits the sweet spot for the BT-50.

Adjustable Bypass Shocks

Adjustable Bypass shocks give you maximum control through an internally adjustable bypass system with 20+ stages of damping adjustment. You can soften the ride for daily driving, then increase control for heavy loads, towing or higher-speed off-road work.

• 20+ click positions allow precise front and rear tuning
• Drivers can quickly adapt the suspension to load, terrain and driving style
• Ideal for BT-50s that frequently alternate between empty and fully loaded

In simple terms: dial them toward comfort for everyday driving, or toward control when you need maximum stability.

Spring & Load Options: Trail, Expedition, Expedition HD, Expedition XHD & Expedition XXHD

Outback Armour matches springs and shocks to how you actually use your Mazda BT-50. You can choose a rear spring option that suits your constant load and accessory setup.

Trail – Unladen / Light Load

Trail kits suit unladen or lightly loaded vehicles. This option works well if your Mazda BT-50 (07/2020+) serves as a daily driver or weekend tourer with occasional camping gear. You gain improved ride quality, stability and lift height without needing permanent rear weight.

Expedition – Moderate Constant Load

Expedition kits support vehicles that carry a moderate constant load, such as rear drawers, a fridge, a small canopy or touring equipment. They improve control and load support over factory suspension without riding as firm as HD options.

Expedition HD – Heavy Constant Load

Expedition HD kits suit heavy, permanent setups that include steel canopies, long-range fuel tanks, full drawer systems and rear bars with spare carriers. These springs hold the vehicle at the correct ride height while maintaining stability and resisting bottom-out.

If you run your BT-50 as a dedicated touring or work vehicle and rarely remove weight, Expedition HD usually provides the best balance.

Expedition XHD – Extreme Constant Load

Expedition XHD kits handle very heavy, constant loads where the vehicle operates close to GVM most of the time. This option suits BT-50s fitted with large steel canopies, permanent drawer systems, long-range tanks and work equipment.

Expedition XXHD – Maximum Constant Load / Near-GVM

Expedition XXHD kits deliver the highest spring rates in the Outback Armour range. They suit Mazda BT-50 (07/2020+) builds that carry extreme, permanent weight and operate consistently at or near GVM.

Common applications include:

• Large steel service bodies or heavy-duty work canopies
• Permanent drawer systems loaded with tools and equipment
• Long-range fuel tanks, rear bars and dual spare carriers
• Trade, mining or remote-area vehicles that remain fully loaded full-time

Expedition XXHD springs maintain correct ride height under extreme weight while preserving stability, braking control and shock performance over the long term.

This option does not suit vehicles that regularly run empty, as the ride will feel firm. If your BT-50 occasionally drops weight, Expedition HD or XHD will usually work better.

Typical Kit Contents

While contents vary by vehicle and load option, most Outback Armour suspension kits include:

• Front struts (assembled or unassembled) with matched front coils
• Rear shocks with matched rear coils or leaf springs
• Bushes, shackles, pins and u-bolts for leaf-spring configurations
• Additional hardware where required, such as spacers, brackets or link rods

Lift height, load ratings and part numbers vary by application. We confirm all specifications for your Mazda BT-50 (07/2020+) during quoting.

Professional Supply & Fit – SC Diesel Tuning

SC Diesel Tuning in Warana can supply, install and set up your Outback Armour suspension kit from start to finish.

• We confirm the correct Trail, Expedition, HD, XHD or XXHD option for your load
• Experienced 4×4 technicians complete the installation
• We carry out wheel alignment and post-fitment checks
• We set up Adjustable Bypass shocks during installation if selected

If you need help choosing the right setup, get in touch with us with your accessory list, typical load and driving style. We’ll recommend the ideal Outback Armour package for your Mazda BT-50 (07/2020+).