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TF173 - Shock Absorber – Rear – 4-Stage Adjustable

Original price - Original price €132,50
Original price
€132,50
€132,50 - €132,50
Current price €132,50
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Brand Terrafirma
Shock Absorber - rear suspension damper with four-stage adjustable damping, for standard ride-height travel.

Fitted between the chassis and rear axle to control spring oscillation and damp wheel movement. A four-position adjuster sets the damping rate across four stages, allowing ride firmness to be tuned for road or off-road use without changing the unit.
Vehicle Model Land Rover Defender up to 2016
Land Rover Discovery 1 1989-1998 (L318)
Range Rover Classic up to 1994
Fitment Notes DEFENDER 1986-2006 — Rear, Standard Travel, 4-Stage Adjustable
DEFENDER 2007+ — Rear, Standard Travel, 4-Stage Adjustable
DISCOVERY 1 1989-1998 — Rear, Standard Travel, 4-Stage Adjustable
RANGE ROVER CLASSIC 1970-1994 — Rear, Standard Travel, 4-Stage Adjustable
Alternative Codes
TF173

In stock 2 units
2 · Gouda 0 · Drachten
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When will my order arrive?
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  • UPS Express (order before 14:00): dispatched today, delivered tomorrow where available.
  • Netherlands / Belgium / Germany: 2–4 working days.
  • Other EU countries + UK: 4–8 working days.
  • Outside EU/UK: delivery times vary — contact us for an estimate.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the rear 4-stage adjustable shock absorber and what does it do?
It's the rear suspension damper that controls spring oscillation and damps wheel movement, fitted between the chassis and rear axle. It's sized for standard ride-height travel, and a four-position adjuster sets the damping rate so you can tune ride firmness for road or off-road use.
How many of these rear shocks do I need?
You'll typically need two, one for each side of the rear axle. Shock absorbers are usually replaced in pairs across an axle so both sides damp evenly, even if only one has worn or started leaking.
What does the 4-stage adjustment actually do?
The four-stage adjuster sets the damping rate across four positions, letting you firm up or soften the rear ride without removing the unit. It's useful for switching between road comfort and tighter control for off-road or loaded use.
Which Land Rovers does this rear shock fit?
It fits the Land Rover Defender (up to 2016), Discovery 1 (1989-1998) and Range Rover Classic (up to 1994), in the rear standard-travel position. Check your VIN against the listed models to confirm the variant before ordering.
What are the signs a rear shock absorber needs replacing?
Typically a worn rear shock shows as a bouncy or floaty back end, poor control over bumps, oil leaking down the body, or uneven tyre wear. On Land Rovers a soft, wallowing rear under load usually points to tired dampers.