Land Rover Transfer Cases for Sale
Used & reconditioned Land Rover transfer cases — LT230, Borg Warner chain-drive & ITC units. High/low range, tested, nationwide delivery. Get a quote.
Buyer's tip: The LT230 is near-bulletproof but a worn chain/bearings cause the classic whine — check for play and output-seal leaks. On Disco 3/4 the Borg Warner chain-drive case wears and can throw the high/low actuator fault.
Land Rover Transfer Cases We Supply
Used & reconditioned units sourced through our SA network. Every one is quoted to order — tap Enquire and we'll confirm fitment, condition and price for your vehicle.
PopularLT230 Transfer Case (High/Low Range)
LT230
- •Gear-driven, 2-speed hi/low
- •Centre-diff lock
- •1.2:1 / 1.4:1 / 1.6:1 ratios
R12,000 – R30,000
PopularBorg Warner Transfer Case (Disco 3/4, RR Sport)
BW chain-drive
- •Chain-driven, 2-speed hi/low
- •Electronic hi/low actuator
- •Terrain Response centre-diff
R18,000 – R40,000
ITC / Electronic Transfer Case (Newer)
ITC
- •Electronically controlled ITC
- •Single- or twin-speed options
- •Active on-demand torque split
R20,000 – R55,000
Freelander IRD Unit (Haldex-coupled)
IRD
- •IRD replaces conventional transfer case
- •Feeds rear driveshaft via Haldex
- •On-road AWD (no low range)
R8,000 – R20,000
Images are illustrative. Prices are indicative SA used/reconditioned ranges — confirmed on enquiry.
Transfer Cases Price Guide (SA)
| Model | Variant | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Defender, Discovery 1/2, RR Classic | LT230 hi/low transfer case | R12,000 – R30,000 |
| Discovery 3/4, RR Sport L320 | Borg Warner chain-drive case | R18,000 – R40,000 |
| RR L405, Sport L494, Disco 5 | ITC electronic transfer case | R20,000 – R55,000 |
| Freelander 1/2 | IRD Haldex-coupled unit | R8,000 – R20,000 |
Indicative used/reconditioned market ranges (2026). Your quote depends on exact spec, condition and availability.
Buying a Transfer Case in South Africa
The transfer case is what makes a Land Rover a Land Rover, splitting drive between the axles and giving you low range for the rough stuff. Legit Auto Parts stocks used and reconditioned units across the range — the tough gear-driven LT230, the Borg Warner chain-drive boxes, the ITC (Intelligent Transfer Case) on the later Discovery and Range Rover, and the Freelander's IRD. Prices run from around R8,000 for a straightforward LT230 up to roughly R55,000 for a complete ITC. Every unit is tested and couriered nationwide, quoted on what's in stock rather than sold off a fixed price.
On the Discovery 3 and 4, the classic failure is chain wear inside the chain-drive box combined with a sticking high/low range actuator — you'll get a stubborn or non-selecting low range, or a whine that grows with mileage. Buying a checked reconditioned unit means the chain, sprockets and actuator have all been inspected, rather than inheriting the very fault that stopped the original. The gear-driven LT230 on the older models is far more robust, but even those wear their bearings and chains over hundreds of thousands of kilometres. If your transfer case failure was violent, it's worth checking your used diff at the same time, as shock loads travel down the driveline.
Match your transfer case by model and VIN — an LT230, a Borg Warner chain box and an ITC are not interchangeable, and even within a model year the ratio and actuator type can differ. A transfer case job often overlaps with gearbox work, so if yours is tired it's a sensible moment to price a recon gearbox too. Send us your VIN and we'll pin down the exact unit before you commit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Land Rover transfer case cost in South Africa?
Roughly R8,000 for a gear-driven LT230 at the lower end, rising to about R55,000 for a complete ITC (Intelligent Transfer Case) on a later Discovery or Range Rover. The Borg Warner chain-drive boxes and the Freelander IRD sit in between. Condition drives the price, so we quote each unit individually.
What's the difference between the LT230, Borg Warner and ITC?
The LT230 is a robust gear-driven case fitted to the older Defenders and Discoverys — simple and hard-wearing. The Borg Warner is chain-driven, lighter and quieter but with a wear chain. The ITC on the Discovery 3/4 and later Range Rovers adds electronic high/low selection, which brings the actuator into play as a failure point. The Freelander IRD is a different beast again, integrated with the front diff.
Should I buy a used or reconditioned transfer case?
For the chain-drive and ITC units we recommend reconditioned, because the common Disco 3/4 failures — chain wear and the sticking high/low actuator — are precisely what a proper recon addresses. A used LT230 is often a sound buy given how durable they are. We'll lay out both options with honest advice for your specific case.
How is the transfer case delivered?
We crate and courier transfer cases nationwide, with most deliveries arriving within 2 to 3 working days of the quote being accepted. A tracking reference is provided on dispatch so you can follow it to your door.
How do I make sure the transfer case fits my vehicle?
Match by model and VIN. An LT230, a Borg Warner chain box and an ITC are not interchangeable, and even the ratio and actuator type can vary within a model. Send us your VIN and registration and we'll confirm the correct unit before anything ships.
What's checked and is there a warranty?
Every unit is tested, and on the chain-drive and ITC boxes we specifically inspect the chain, sprockets and high/low actuator. Reconditioned transfer cases carry a warranty; used units come with cover appropriate to their condition, all set out in writing on your quote.
Need a Transfer Case? Get a Quote
Send us your vehicle details or VIN and we'll track down the right transfer case — used or reconditioned, delivered to your door.