Raptor 4x4
Reference: RAP-061513
Shocks
Raptor 4x4 HD Front Shock Absorber +5" (12.5 cm) Suzuki Samurai
Heavy-duty Raptor 4x4 front damper for a Suzuki Samurai running a 5" (12.5 cm) lift. Stronger and more capable than the original unit, supplied with a black protective boot over the piston rod to keep grit and mud away. Weight 2.30 kg.
Raptor 4x4 HD Front Shock Absorber +5" (12.5 cm) Suzuki Samurai
At 12.5 cm of lift a standard damper stops making any sense. It is simply too short – the suspension reaches the end of the shock stroke before the leaf spring has finished extending, and every one of those events sends a jolt straight into the mounts and the rod.
This unit is sized for a 5" lift and built stronger than the original at the same time. That matters, because a Samurai lifted this far usually runs large tyres and harder terrain, so the front damper works longer, hotter and in dirtier conditions.
Fitment Suzuki Samurai, front axle | Designed for +5" / 12.5 cm lift | Protection black rod boot |
Key benefits
- Matched to a 5" lift – the length suits a 12.5 cm raise, so the damper no longer caps the travel of a lifted suspension.
- Heavy-duty build – the manufacturer states greater strength and capability than the original unit, which pays off with a tall lift and bigger tyres.
- Rod boot included – the rubber sleeve keeps sand and mud off the polished rod surface, the usual starting point of a leaking off-road damper.
- 2.30 kg – noticeably more substantial than the standard-height units in the same family.
Technical data
- Manufacturer: Raptor 4x4 (Saglietti S.r.l.)
- Part number: RAP-061513 (manufacturer code 061513)
- Axle: front
- Intended lift: +5" (12.5 cm)
- Build: reinforced compared with the original damper
- Supplied with: black protective rod boot
- Weight: 2.30 kg
Who it is for
For a Samurai built for serious terrain – tall lift, big tyres, reworked spring packs. If the car sits around 12.5 cm higher than stock but the front still carries dampers chosen for a lower setup, those dampers are usually the reason for the harsh rebound and the mounts wearing out early.
Fitting notes
Check the actual lift height first: this version is intended for 12.5 cm, not for intermediate figures such as +7.5 cm, for which the manufacturer lists separate parts. With a lift this size it is also worth checking brake line length, driveshaft angles and steering geometry.
Why choose it
- A clearly stated lift height rather than a generic "for lifted 4x4" description.
- Reinforced construction instead of reusing a damper chosen for a lower car.
- The protective boot is part of the product, not an extra purchase.
The matching rear unit for the same lift is RAP-061514.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which lift is it intended for?
A 5" lift, quoted by the manufacturer as 12.5 cm.
How does it differ from the original damper?
The manufacturer states increased strength and performance compared with the factory unit, and it comes with a black protective rod boot.
Is the rod boot included?
Yes, the manufacturer's product data lists the black protective rod boot as part of the unit.
Will it work with a 2" or 3" lift?
No. Lower lifts are covered by separate part numbers – for a 2" lift the front unit is RAP-061511.
What does it weigh?
2.30 kg according to the manufacturer.
