This document introduces the features and characteristics of ABUS 83 55 Heavy Duty Padlock, suitable for use with factory gates, out buildings, garages, etc. It has medium to high security. The lock is made of hardened steel, with an 11mm through hardened steel shackle. The ball bearing locking resists pulling attacks, and the 5 pin tumbler mechanism is made from all rust-free components. It has a hardened steel base plate to protect against drill attack. The lock is supplied with automatic locking and non-key retaining, and features a patented “Z” bar which allows the lock to be changed to dead locking and key retaining. It comes with 2 keys.
The 83 55 Heavy Duty Padlock is intended for medium to high security applications such as factory gates, out‑buildings, and garages. It provides a robust solution for environments that require strong resistance to forced entry.\n\nThe lock features a hardened steel body with an 11 mm hardened steel shackle, a ball‑bearing locking mechanism, and a five‑pin tumbler design made from rust‑free components. It includes a patented “Z” bar for dead‑locking and key‑retaining, an automatic locking and non‑key retaining feature, and is supplied with two keys.
| Shackle material | 11 mm hardened steel |
|---|---|
| Locking mechanism | Ball bearing locking resists pulling attacks |
| Pin tumbler count | 5 pin tumbler mechanism |
| Base plate | Hardened steel base plate to protect against drill attack |
| Keys supplied | 2 keys |
It is designed for medium to high security use on factory gates, out‑buildings, garages and similar installations.
The lock is operated by turning a key to lock and unlock.