ABUS 83/40 Rekeyable Padlock
The ABUS 83/40 is a premium rekeyable padlock built around a 40 mm solid machined brass body with a removable cylinder system. It is designed for locksmith-managed key systems where flexibility, durability, and long-term serviceability are required. This version is supplied keyed to differ and boxed.
Key Features
- Solid machined brass body for durability and impact resistance.
- Removable cylinder assembly allows fast rekeying without replacing the padlock.
- Double ball locking mechanism for improved pull and pry resistance.
- Hardened special alloy steel shackle with Nano-Protect plating.
- Quick-change shackle system supports multiple shackle lengths.
- Convertible between snap-shut and key retaining operation.
Specifications
- Item Code: 8340NKD
- Series: ABUS 83
- Body Material: Solid machined brass
- Body Width: 40 mm
- Shackle Material: Special alloy steel with Nano-Protect plating
- Shackle Diameter: 6.4 mm
- Vertical Shackle Clearance: 25 mm
- Horizontal Shackle Clearance: 23 mm
- Locking Mechanism: Double ball locking
- Keying: Keyed to differ
- Rekeyable: Yes (removable cylinder)
- Keyway: Silca LW5
- Packaging: Boxed
What's In The Box
- 1 × ABUS 83/40 rekeyable padlock body
- Removable cylinder keyed to differ
- Keys supplied keyed to differ
Suitable Uses
- Commercial and industrial security applications.
- Locksmith-managed master key systems.
- Sites requiring frequent rekeying or shackle configuration changes.
Standard vs Long vs Concealed Shackle Chooser
| Shackle Type | Best For | Trade-Off |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Shackle (This model) | General purpose security | Limited clearance |
| Long Shackle | Deeper or offset fittings | Greater exposure to cutting |
| Concealed Shackle | High attack resistance | Reduced clearance flexibility |
ABUS 83 Series – Item Code Family
Download PDF Resources
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ABUS Padlocks Catalogue |
Additional Information
- The ABUS 83 Series is a long-standing locksmith favourite for restricted and master key systems.
- Replacement shackles of varying lengths and diameters are available to suit site requirements.
- Removable cylinders allow fast system changes without replacing the padlock body.
- Correct shackle selection improves both security and usability.
