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    Safari ARMAX Snorkels for Toyota LandCruiser & 4x4

    PPD is a genuine Safari stockist and we fit these snorkels at our Perth location. The ARMAX range covers the Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series family (79, 78 and 76 Series), plus other popular models like the Hilux, Ford Ranger and Ford Everest. If you tour, cross water or work in dust, a snorkel is the first intake upgrade most builds get, and getting the right part number for your exact model is the part we help with most.

    This page walks through what a Safari snorkel actually does, how the ARMAX and V-Spec variants differ, and which kit fits your vehicle. If you already know your series, jump to the fitment section and confirm your part number with us before you buy.

    What Does a Safari Snorkel Actually Do?

    A snorkel does three jobs. First, it raises your engine's air intake from inside the guard up to roof height, so water crossings don't pull water into the intake and hydraulic-lock the engine. Second, it draws cleaner air from above the dust cloud your truck kicks up on corrugated outback tracks, which keeps your air filter working longer. Third, the raised intake pulls cooler, denser air than a factory intake sitting next to a hot engine bay.

    What a snorkel does not do is add headline power. Its job is intake protection and cleaner, cooler air, not kilowatts. If you're chasing power, that comes from tuning and exhaust, not the snorkel.

    The Safari ARMAX Range Explained

    Safari ARMAX snorkels are built from UV-stable polyethylene, the same kind of tough, flexible plastic used on factory body panels and intake ducting. Polyethylene shrugs off stone strikes, scrub and UV without cracking, and it won't dent or rust the way a thinner material can after years in the sun.

    The ARMAX design focuses on cross-sectional airflow: the body and head are sized to flow enough air for modern turbo-diesel engines without choking them. Most ARMAX kits use OE-style fitment, meaning they're moulded to follow your vehicle's guard line and use factory mounting points where possible, so the install is cleaner and the panel gaps look right.

    You'll see two head styles across the range:

    • Air-ram head: faces forward to scoop air at speed. The classic touring look, good for cooler-air pickup on the open road.
    • Flush (low-profile) head: sits closer to the body for a tidier look and to pull air from a slightly more protected position.

    ARMAX vs V-Spec: Which Safari Snorkel Should You Choose?

    Both are Safari snorkels and both do the core job. The difference is in the body design and intended buyer.

    VariantFocusBest for
    Safari ARMAXMaximised cross-sectional airflow, polyethylene construction, OE-style moulded fitmentModern turbo-diesel 4x4s where intake airflow matters and you want the cleanest factory-look install
    Safari V-SpecSafari's earlier-generation body, proven design, polyethylene constructionBuyers after a tried-and-true Safari snorkel where the ARMAX airflow gains aren't the priority

    Short version from the counter: if your vehicle has an ARMAX kit available, it's usually the one to get, because the airflow-focused body suits modern diesels. V-Spec is Safari's earlier-generation design and remains a proven option where it's the listed fit, though availability varies by model. Ask us and we'll tell you which variant your exact vehicle is covered by and what we can currently supply.

    Which Safari Snorkel Fits My LandCruiser?

    Safari part numbers are vehicle-specific, so the safest path is to match the kit to your exact series, body and engine. A few examples from the range:

    • LandCruiser 70 Series (2023-2025 Facelift, 79/78/76, 4.5 V8): the Safari ARMAX SS792HPVD suits the facelift 70 Series.
    • Ford Ranger Raptor (2022+ Next Gen): SS988HP for the Raptor V6; for the Ranger turbo-diesel, confirm the correct ARMAX part number with us before ordering.
    • Ford Everest (2022+ Next Gen Turbo Diesel): ARMAX SS987HPD; confirm fitment for your engine with us before ordering.

    Older 70 Series models, plus the 200 and 300 Series, have their own Safari fitments. If you're after broader LandCruiser parts or 70 Series intake and induction gear, browse our 70 Series LandCruiser parts & upgrades and confirm the snorkel part number with us so you don't end up with a kit moulded for the wrong guard line.

    Snorkels and 79 Series Performance Builds

    On a 79 Series build, the snorkel is the intake-air foundation. It feeds your engine clean, cool air before anything downstream goes to work. Once the intake side is sorted, the next gains on a 70/79 Series come from LandCruiser ECU remapping and a free-flowing LandCruiser exhaust systems setup. The snorkel itself isn't a power part, but it's the sensible first step that protects everything you add after it.

    Why Buy Your Safari Snorkel From PPD?

    We're a genuine Safari stockist, not a thin catalogue listing with a logo and a buy button. The value we add is fitment matching: telling you which ARMAX part number is correct for your exact LandCruiser series, engine and body, and what the install actually involves. We fit these regularly, so the questions you'd ask across a 4WD counter, we answer.

    If your build needs more than a snorkel, we carry the rest too, from 200 Series exhaust systems through to all LandCruiser parts & accessories. Get the snorkel right first, then build out from there.

    Safari Snorkel FAQ

    Are Safari snorkels any good?

    Yes. The ARMAX range uses UV-stable polyethylene that resists stone strikes, scrub and sun without cracking or rusting. The ARMAX body is designed around cross-sectional airflow to suit modern turbo-diesel engines, and most kits fit using OE-style moulding and factory mounting points.

    How much is a Safari snorkel fitted?

    The snorkel kit price varies by model and variant. Fitting cost depends on the vehicle and whether your guard needs drilling or has provision for the install. Talk to us or a local fitter for a fitting quote, and we'll confirm the correct part number for your vehicle so the install goes cleanly.

    Safari snorkel V-Spec vs ARMAX, which is better?

    ARMAX is Safari's airflow-focused design with a body sized for modern diesel intake demands and OE-style fitment, so it's usually the pick where it's available for your vehicle. V-Spec is the proven earlier-generation Safari body and remains a solid choice where it's the listed fit. Both use polyethylene construction. Check which variant your exact model is covered by, and confirm current availability with us, before deciding.

    Will a Safari snorkel fit my LandCruiser?

    There's a Safari fitment for several LandCruiser series, including the 70 Series family (79, 78, 76) and the 2023-2025 facelift with part SS792HPVD. Because the body is moulded to your specific guard line, you need the part number matched to your exact series, engine and body. Send us your details and we'll confirm the right kit.

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