Stabilus 4B-827696 Hatch Lift Support

Stabilus 4B-827696 Gas Strut Overview

The Stabilus 4B-827696 gas strut is an OE-style lift support built for Land Rover rear or access-panel applications that need controlled opening and steady hold-up force. It delivers 480 N (108 lb) of force with plastic socket connections for a direct replacement-style fit.

Compatible with 2005-2009 Land Rover LR3, 2010-2016 Land Rover LR4, and 2014-2016 Land Rover Discovery applications, this Stabilus gas spring is sized for the specified mounting points and travel range. The part number 4B-827696 is also referenced in common aftermarket cross listings for the same application.

Key Features

• Brand: Stabilus
• Part number: 4B-827696
• Force rating: 480 N / 108 lb
• Extended length: 482 mm (18.976 in)
• Compressed length: 293 mm (11.535 in)
• Rod diameter: 8 mm (0.315 in)
• Tube diameter: 18 mm (0.709 in)
• Plastic socket rod and tube connections
• OE-style dimensions for specified Land Rover fitments

Detailed Description

Stabilus 4B-827696 is a gas spring engineered to provide smooth lift assistance and controlled closing action where a vehicle panel, hatch, or support point requires consistent counterbalance. The 480 N force rating, 293 mm compressed length, and 482 mm extended length define the operating range for the listed Land Rover LR3, LR4, and Discovery applications. With 10 mm end attachment diameters and plastic socket ends, it matches the connection style used in the confirmed fitments.

This part cross-references Dorman - Conduct-Tite 86614 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Weak or failing lift support that no longer holds position
• Slow, uneven, or heavy panel movement
• Dropping rear hatch or access panel
• Loss of controlled opening and closing action
• Noise or instability caused by worn gas struts

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the existing strut length, force rating, and socket-style end fittings before installation. Compare the vehicle application to the confirmed fitment list for 2005-2009 Land Rover LR3, 2010-2016 Land Rover LR4, and 2014-2016 Land Rover Discovery. Inspect the mounting points for wear or damage and confirm the sockets seat fully on the ball studs or attachment points used on the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Stabilus is a recognized OE supplier for gas springs and lift supports, and this part is built to match the listed dimensions and force specification for the confirmed applications.