Tradie Triton ute build: PIAK nudge bar

Front and centre of our Triton transformation this month is the fitment of a PIAK nudge bar.

Built from robust steel the bar has a 3.5kg carrying capacity making it the ideal platform for fitting driving lights. Maintaining a safe work vehicle is extremely important for tradies, either when driving around the job site or when the family is on board for weekend getaways.

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The PIAK nudge bar allows for retention of the Triton’s OE parking sensors, and these integrate seamlessly into the design. The bar is also compatible with vehicle cameras and sensors, while airbag compatibility reinforces PIAK’s commitment to the well-being of vehicle occupants.

While installing the PIAK nudge bar is relatively straightforward, we had our good friend Gordon from Opposite Lock South Sydney fit it up to the Triton. An experienced fitter like Gordon can have the job done in as little as 15 to 20 minutes as the bar bolts directly to the chassis and there is no interference with the Triton’s OE front-end.

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As well as the safety benefits, we reckon the PIAK nudge bar has also enhanced the Triton's aesthetics. It doesn't just add flair; it protects the front-end of the Triton in challenging work environments, especially on sites where every trade might be working at the same time and parking can be tight.

We reckon the PIAK nudge bar is a great option for those four-wheel drivers who want some frontal protection in the urban jungle, as well as somewhere to mount a set of lights, but who don’t need the extra protection that a full bull bar setup provides. It is also much lighter than a bull bar.

RRP: $499