Raptor 4x4
Reference: RAP-21151
Shocks
Front Lift Shock Absorber +40 mm Mitsubishi Pajero II Raptor 4x4
A Raptor 4x4 front shock absorber from the performance line, designed for a Mitsubishi Pajero II raised by 40 mm. Twin-action construction using mixed oil/gas technology, rated for medium load and suited to any type of vehicle use. A model-specific part rather than a universal substitute.
Raptor 4x4 Front Shock Absorber +40 mm — Mitsubishi Pajero II
Lifting a car by 40 mm without changing the dampers usually ends the same way: the original unit runs out at the end of its stroke, heats up faster and stops keeping up with the surface. This shock absorber is built for a lifted Pajero II, not for the factory ride height.
Raptor 4x4 places it in its performance line and builds it as a twin-action unit using mixed oil/gas technology. The manufacturer rates its characteristic for medium load and states it suits any type of vehicle use, from daily driving to trail work.
Position front | Vehicle Mitsubishi Pajero II (V20) | For lift +40 mm |
Key benefits
- Stroke matched to a +40 mm lift — the damper works in the middle of its range rather than against the stop, which is what makes damping meaningful on a raised car.
- Twin-action operation controls both compression and rebound, so the body settles faster after an obstacle.
- Mixed oil/gas technology combines the compliance associated with oil dampers and the fade resistance of gas designs.
- Medium-load characteristic — a sensible choice for a car that carries kit without living permanently loaded to the roof.
- Pajero II specific build — dimensions and mountings match the platform, with no adaptors or modifications.
Technical data
- Manufacturer code: 21151 (Raptor 4x4, Saglietti S.r.l.)
- Fitting position: front axle
- Application: Mitsubishi Pajero II series / V20 (1991-1998)
- Intended for: suspension raised by +40 mm (+4 cm)
- Construction: twin-action, mixed oil/gas
- Line: Raptor 4x4 performance
- Load rating: medium
Who it is for: Pajero II owners fitting a +40 mm lift, or already running one on tired factory dampers. It suits mixed use — commuting, trail days, a weekend trip with gear aboard — because the manufacturer does not restrict it to a single scenario.
Fitting notes
The price covers a single unit, so the front axle needs two. Dampers should always be replaced in pairs; mixing a new unit with a worn one produces uneven damping and a noticeable pull under braking on rough surfaces. For a complete +40 mm lift, add the matching rear dampers and springs from the same range.
Why it is worth it
- A damper designed around a specific lift height instead of a generic off-road part.
- Twin-action, mixed oil/gas construction rather than the simplest oil-only design.
- Part of the same family as the +40 mm springs and rear dampers, which makes a coherent set easy to assemble.
Planning the full lift? Order the complete axle set and we will match the springs for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the price for one unit or a pair?
The manufacturer catalogues code 21151 as a single front shock absorber. Two units are needed for the front axle.
Will it fit a car without a lift?
It is designed for suspension raised by 40 mm, as stated by the manufacturer and the product listing. Raptor 4x4 lists separate dampers for a standard-height Pajero II series.
Oil or gas?
It is a mixed oil/gas, twin-action design from the Raptor 4x4 performance line.
Which Pajero years does it cover?
The second-generation Pajero (V20) built from 1991 to 1998.
