Tough Dog 35mm Suspension Lift Kit – Land Rover Defender 110 & 130 (Classic, up to 2016)

The Tough Dog Land Rover Defender 110/130 35mm Suspension Kit is the gold standard for serious overland travellers. Unlike the shorter 90, the 110 and 130 models are routinely tasked with carrying massive payloads — roof racks, long-range fuel tanks, drawer systems, and full expedition setups. This kit is specifically valved and sprung to handle these high-centre-of-gravity loads while preserving the Defender’s legendary live-axle articulation and off-road composure.

Featuring 41mm Bore Foam Cell Shock technology with Heavy-Duty Valving, this system provides the oil volume necessary to keep the suspension cool and consistent through thousands of kilometres of corrugated African tracks, rocky trails, and high-speed dirt roads.

Kit Components & Technical Specs

• Lift Height: 35mm (Opposite Lock standard kit)
• Front Shocks: 2x Foam Cell shock absorbers (or 9-Stage Adjustable)
• Rear Shocks: 2x Foam Cell shock absorbers (or 9-Stage Adjustable)
• Front Coil Springs: 2x — Comfort or Medium
• Rear Coil Springs: 2x — Standard Load 110, Medium 110, Light Load 130 or Medium 130
• Approx. Shipping Weight: 45kg – 55kg (dependent on rear spring rating)
• Package Dimensions (L×W×H): 900mm × 450mm × 300mm
• SKU: TD-D110-130-KT (varies by load rating)

Why Upgrade Your Defender 110 or 130?

The Defender 110 and 130 are legendary expedition platforms — but they are prone to “rear end sag” when fully kitted for a trip. This sag negatively impacts steering geometry, tyre wear, and highway safety. Tough Dog’s progressive spring rates keep the vehicle level and stable at highway speeds while providing the plush compression needed to soak up rocks, ruts, and corrugations on the trail.

• 35mm lift — restored stance and increased ground clearance for expedition and trail use
• Eliminates rear end sag — rear coil options for the 110 (Standard Load or Medium) and the 130 (Light Load or Medium)
• Corrects steering geometry — level ride height restores factory caster and tyre wear characteristics
• Preserves live-axle articulation — spring rates tuned to maintain the Defender’s legendary wheel travel
• Heavy-duty valved Foam Cell shocks — engineered for the 110/130’s greater mass and payload demands
• Fade-free performance — massive oil volume keeps damping consistent over thousands of kilometres
• Front coil options — Comfort or Medium front coil springs available

Tip: A Steering Damper upgrade is highly recommended for Defender 110/130 models, particularly when running larger tyres or heavy front-end accessories. Ask our team for details and pricing.

Warranty & Fitment Requirements

This kit includes a 4-Year / Unlimited Kilometre Recreational Warranty — activated only upon professional installation.

• Approved Fitment: Advanced 4x4 Branch in Strand, any authorised Tough Dog fitment centre, or an RMI-accredited workshop
• Warranty Integrity: Valid only when fitted by a professional facility. Fitment invoice must include the vehicle’s odometer reading at time of installation
• Price Excludes: Fitment and wheel alignment. Contact us to book your installation at our Strand branch

Why Choose Tough Dog for Your Defender 110/130?

Tough Dog is a recognised Second Stage Manufacturer (SSM), with components certified to handle increased Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) without compromising roadworthiness or legal compliance. Their Defender 110/130 kit features heavy-duty valved shocks and load-rated springs specifically calibrated for the longer wheelbase and greater payload demands of these models — not a shared specification with the 90.

At Advanced 4x4, we stock the full Tough Dog Defender range and can advise on the correct rear spring load rating, steering damper upgrade, and fitment bookings at our Strand RMI workshop.

Lead Time: Please allow 14 business days for production/sourcing if stock is not immediately available.