Description

Abus 83/55 "The Rock" – The Hardened Steel Powerhouse

At Aus Lock and Safe Co, when we move from the brass series to the Abus 83/55, we are entering the territory of serious physical resistance. While its brass siblings are excellent for corrosion resistance, the 83/55 is built from hardened special steel. It is part of the legendary "Rock" series, designed specifically for high-risk Melbourne locations like industrial warehouses, factory gates, and heavy machinery where a thief might attempt a high-force attack with a grinder or heavy-duty bolt cutters.

This is the "big gun" of the 83 series. It’s significantly heavier and tougher than the 45mm or 50mm brass versions, providing a level of "Rock Solid" security that meets the most demanding commercial insurance requirements.

Why Buy from Aus Lock and Safe Co?

Industrial-grade locks require industrial-grade expertise. When you source your 83/55 from our Laverton North workshop, you benefit from:

1. Professional "Keyed Alike" Systems: We can provide 50 of these locks all operating on a single master key, perfect for facility managers who need to open every gate on a site with one key.

2. Restricted Key Upgrades: We can fit these with high-security restricted barrels like Lockwood MT5 or Generation Six, ensuring that your staff cannot get keys duplicated at a local shopping centre.

3. Heavy-Duty Hasp Matching: Because the 11mm shackle is quite thick, we can recommend and install the correct heavy-duty hasps and staples to ensure the lock fits perfectly on your specific gate or door.

Pro Tip: Due to its hardened steel construction, the 83/55 is the "insurance-friendly" choice. If your business insurance policy requires a "CEN 4" or "High Security" padlock for your perimeter, the 83/55 is the easiest and most reliable way to meet that compliance.

Body Width: 55mm

Body Material: Hardened Special Steel (Chrome Plated)

Shackle Diameter: 11mm

Vertical Shackle Clearance: 37mm

Horizontal Shackle Clearance: 25mm

Locking Mechanism: Dual Ball Bearing

Security Rating: AS4145.4 Physical Security: SP6 / CEN Grade 4

Corrosion Rating: AS4145.4 Corrosion Resistance: C4

Keyway Compatibility: 570 Oval / C4 / LW4 / LW5

Weight: Approx. 600g