KONI 90 5384 for RAID (Red) Shock 79-92 Mercedes W460/W461 - Rear

Vehicle Fitment

• Mercedes-Benz G-Class W461 (1992-present; military/utility G-Class; all engines; 4WD) - Rear
• Mercedes-Benz G-Class W463 (1990-2018; civilian G-Class; all engines; 4WD) - Rear

Fitment Notes

• Rear shock absorber - non-handed (left and right positions use the same unit). Two units are required for a complete rear axle replacement. Sold individually.
• This is a shock absorber body only - not a complete strut assembly. The Mercedes-Benz G-Class uses a solid rear axle with coil springs and separate shock absorbers. The 90-5384 mounts via pin/pin attachments at both ends using the G-Class's OEM rear shock mounting points.
• Lift compatibility: This shock is engineered for G-Class vehicles with standard suspension or with a suspension lift of up to 30-50mm at the front and 0-50mm at the rear. It is not intended for configurations outside these parameters or for extreme long-travel lift builds.
• Internally adjustable rebound - the adjustment is made off-vehicle only (the shock must be removed to change the rebound setting). Once set, the shock operates at that fixed setting until removed and readjusted.
• EU market sources also list W460 (1979-1991) fitment for this part number. North American listings confirm W461 and W463. W460 owners should verify dimensional compatibility (Extended: 585mm, pin/pin both ends) before ordering.
• The companion front shock for the G-Class is KONI 90-5383, sold separately.
• Sold per unit - one shock only. Two units required for a complete rear axle installation.

Features

• KONI RAID 90 Series rear shock - engineered specifically for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class's solid rear axle suspension, delivering heavy-duty off-road damping performance with KONI's proven 70mm bore, 2.5mm outer tube wall construction, and twin-tube hydraulic design across standard and moderately lifted suspension heights.
• 70mm bore (large-bore construction) - the enlarged piston diameter significantly increases oil volume capacity compared to standard shocks, improving heat dissipation and maintaining consistent damping performance during sustained off-road use where conventional shocks would fade.
• 2.5mm outer tube wall thickness - substantially heavier than standard-duty shock outer tubes, the reinforced wall maintains damper function even if the outer tube sustains direct impact from rocks or trail debris - a critical design advantage in serious off-road and expedition use.
• Twin-tube hydraulic (non-gas) construction - the twin-tube layout provides a larger oil reservoir for thermal capacity, and the hydraulic (non-pressurized) design sustains consistent function through the full articulation range of the G-Class's solid rear axle.
• Hydraulic rebound stop valve - a dedicated hydraulic rebound end stop progressively slows piston travel approximately 20mm before full extension, preventing metal-to-metal piston contact under full droop articulation and protecting both the shock and surrounding suspension hardware from impact loads at end of travel.
• Bump extra security - secondary bump protection provides additional resistance at full compression, protecting the shock body and mounting points from severe bottoming impacts on aggressive terrain.
• Internally adjustable rebound - the rebound damping can be tuned off-vehicle to match the G-Class's rear spring rate, payload, and intended use (trail, overland, or rally raid), allowing the shock to be optimized for different configurations without replacement.
• Pin/pin mounting - solid, robust pin-style attachments at both ends, welded 360° around the mounting eyes, match the G-Class's OEM rear shock mounting geometry for direct bolt-in installation with no vehicle modification required.
• Red-painted body - KONI RAID's distinctive finish, consistent across the RAID off-road product family.

Specifications

• Part Number: 90-5384 (also referenced as 90 5384 / 905384)
• Product Line: KONI RAID 90 Series
• Component Type: Rear Shock Absorber (body only - not a complete strut)
• Position: Rear - Non-Handed (Left and Right use same unit)
• Companion Front Shock: KONI 90-5383 (sold separately)
• Damper Color: Red
• Internal Design: Twin-Tube, Hydraulic (Non-Gas)
• Bore Diameter: 70mm
• Outer Tube Wall Thickness: 2.5mm
• Extended Length: 585mm (approx. 23.0 in) - center to center, pin/pin
• Mounting Type: Pin/Pin (both ends)
• Valving Adjustability: Yes - Internal Rebound Adjustment (off-vehicle only)
• Hydraulic Rebound Stop Valve: Yes
• Bump Extra Security: Yes
• Lift Compatibility: Standard or Raised - up to 30-50mm front / 0-50mm rear
• Quantity: Sold individually (per shock)
• Application: Mercedes-Benz G-Class W461 / W463 - Rear

Included Components

• 1x KONI RAID 90-5384 Rear Shock Absorber (Red)

Product Description

The KONI 90-5384 is a rear shock absorber from KONI's RAID 90 Series, engineered for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class in W461 and W463 generations. It mounts via pin/pin attachments at both ends directly to the G-Class's solid rear axle shock mounting points as a direct-fit replacement, with an extended length of 585mm. The G-Class uses a solid rear axle with separate coil springs and shock absorbers - the 90-5384 is a standalone shock absorber body, not a complete strut or coilover. Two units are required for a complete rear axle installation. The shock is compatible with standard-height G-Class suspensions and with suspension lifts of up to 30-50mm at the front and 0-50mm at the rear. The companion front shock is KONI 90-5383, sold separately. EU market sources also list W460 (1979-1991) compatibility - W460 owners should verify dimensional fit before ordering.

The RAID 90 Series construction sets this shock apart from standard-duty replacements with three primary heavy-duty design features: a 70mm bore for elevated oil volume and improved thermal capacity under sustained off-road use; a 2.5mm outer tube wall that maintains damper function even after direct rock or debris impact to the outer body; and twin-tube hydraulic (non-gas) construction that delivers consistent performance through the full articulation range of the G-Class's solid rear axle. A hydraulic rebound stop valve progressively slows piston travel approximately 20mm before full extension, protecting both the shock and surrounding hardware from end-of-travel impact loads. A secondary bump protection system provides additional resistance at full compression. All pin/pin mounting eyes are welded 360° around for maximum structural integrity under off-road load cycles.

Rebound damping is internally adjustable off-vehicle, allowing the shock to be tuned to match different rear spring rates, payloads, and terrain demands - useful for G-Class owners running varied loads or transitioning between on-road expedition use and dedicated off-road driving. Sold individually - one shock per unit. Two required for a complete rear axle installation.