The Gatelock XP Van security lock provides an additional mechanical locking point for the rear and sliding doors of commercial vans. Made from hardened steel, this robust security lock is particularly suitable for trade, service, courier and delivery vehicles carrying tools, equipment, goods or other valuable items in the load area.
A key feature of the Gatelock XP Van is the choice between two different locking principles. When ordering, you select either the Slamlock or Deadlock version. The selected function is pre-set at the factory, so the lock is supplied ready for the locking principle that best suits your everyday working routine.
Gatelock XP Van Slamlock or Deadlock – which should I choose?
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Quick answer: When ordering the Gatelock XP Van, you choose between Slamlock and Deadlock. The Slamlock version automatically locks when the vehicle door is closed – ideal for courier and delivery vehicles making frequent stops. The Deadlock version is deliberately locked with the key – useful for tradespeople and service vehicles where frequent access to the load area is required. The selected locking function is pre-set at the factory and cannot be switched between Slamlock and Deadlock by the customer afterwards.
Important when ordering:
Please select the required Slamlock or Deadlock version before ordering. The locking function is pre-set at the factory. The customer cannot subsequently switch the lock between the two operating modes.
Slamlock – automatic locking for frequent stops
With the Slamlock version, the Gatelock XP Van automatically locks when the secured vehicle door is closed. The additional security lock must then be unlocked with the key before the door can be opened again.
This can be particularly practical for vehicles where the load area doors are opened and closed frequently throughout the working day. The driver does not have to remember to lock the additional security lock separately at every stop.
Typical applications for the Slamlock version include:
- courier vans
- delivery vehicles
- service vans making frequent stops
- commercial vehicles where the load area door is regularly opened and closed
Practical tip:
If you make frequent stops, close the load area door and regularly leave the vehicle for short periods, the Slamlock principle can be particularly convenient: the additional lock engages automatically when the door is closed.
Deadlock – you decide when the additional lock is engaged
With the Deadlock version, the XP Van does not automatically lock when the vehicle door is closed. Instead, the additional security lock is deliberately engaged using the key.
This can be more convenient when tools, spare parts or materials need to be accessed frequently during the working day. The vehicle door can be closed without having to unlock the additional security lock every time it is opened again.
The Deadlock version can therefore be particularly useful for:
- trade vehicles
- installation and maintenance vans
- mobile workshop vehicles
- service and maintenance vehicles
- vans where tools and materials are accessed frequently
Slamlock vs Deadlock – Gatelock XP Van versions compared
Both versions use the Gatelock XP Van as an additional mechanical door security system. The main difference is when the additional lock is engaged.
Gatelock XP Van – Slamlock vs Deadlock
| Feature |
Slamlock |
Deadlock |
| Locking |
Automatically when the door is closed |
Deliberately locked with the key |
| Opening again |
Key required to unlock the additional lock |
Additional lock only needs to be unlocked if it was previously engaged |
| Typical application |
Courier, delivery and multi-stop work |
Trade, installation and service work |
| Everyday advantage |
The additional locking step cannot easily be forgotten |
Door can be closed without engaging the additional lock every time |
| Configuration |
Factory pre-set |
Factory pre-set |
Additional security for sliding and rear doors
The Gatelock XP Van can be installed on the right-hand side sliding door as well as on rear barn doors. If the vehicle has a left-hand sliding door, the security lock can also be used there.
This allows the typical access points to the load area of a commercial van to be provided with an additional mechanical security lock.
The XP Van is not suitable for vehicles with a top-hinged rear tailgate. Rear barn doors and tailgates have different designs, so the actual door configuration should always be checked before ordering.
Mechanical security lock made from hardened steel
The XP Van is manufactured from hardened steel and provides an additional mechanical locking point on the vehicle door. Its robust construction is designed to make forced entry using hand tools more difficult.
The externally visible security lock can also clearly indicate that the load area has an additional security system alongside the vehicle's standard locking mechanism.
No mechanical security lock can guarantee absolute protection against theft or forced entry. However, an additional lock increases the physical resistance and can make unauthorised access to the load area more difficult.
Internal emergency release
The Gatelock XP Van features an internal emergency release. This distinguishes it from security locks that are deliberately designed so that they cannot be opened from inside the load area.
Whether an internal release is required or preferred should therefore be considered when choosing an additional van security lock.
Dimensions and product specifications
Gatelock XP Van – technical specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Overall length |
120 mm |
| Width |
60 mm |
| Height |
30 mm |
| Weight |
approx. 1,000 g |
| Material |
Hardened steel |
| Locking type |
Slamlock or Deadlock – selected when ordering and factory pre-set |
| Internal release |
Yes, internal emergency release |
| Suitable doors |
Sliding doors and rear barn doors |
| Rear tailgate |
Not suitable |
| Contents |
1 security lock + 3 keys |
Gatelock XP Van, T-Lock, Small F-Series or Daken Saturn Evo?
The most suitable security lock depends primarily on the vehicle, working routine, preferred locking principle and installation requirements.
Van security locks compared
| Security lock |
Locking principle |
Key feature |
| Gatelock XP Van |
Slamlock OR Deadlock |
Version selected when ordering, factory pre-set + internal emergency release |
| Gatelock T-Lock |
Slamlock |
Compact automatic locking solution for frequent stops |
| Gatelock Small F-Series |
Mechanical locking |
Compact universal solution requiring only one drilled hole |
| Daken Saturn Evo |
Manual |
AISI 304 stainless steel and Defender drill protection |
Which Gatelock XP Van version should I order?
The choice between Slamlock and Deadlock is easiest when you consider how the van is used during a typical working day:
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Frequent short stops and regular closing of the load area door: consider the XP Van Slamlock version.
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Frequent access to tools or materials: the XP Van Deadlock version may be more practical.
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Automatic additional locking required: choose Slamlock.
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You want to decide when the additional lock is engaged: choose Deadlock.
Because the locking function is set at the factory, the required version should be selected carefully before ordering.
FAQ – Gatelock XP Van
What is the difference between the Gatelock XP Van Slamlock and Deadlock versions?
The Slamlock version automatically locks when the vehicle door is closed. With the Deadlock version, the additional security lock is deliberately engaged using the key.
Can I switch the XP Van from Slamlock to Deadlock myself?
No. The required locking principle is selected when ordering and is pre-set at the factory. The Gatelock XP Van is supplied as either a Slamlock or Deadlock version according to your selection.
Which XP Van version is suitable for courier vehicles?
For courier and delivery vehicles making frequent stops, the Slamlock version can be particularly practical because the additional security lock automatically engages when the vehicle door is closed.
Which XP Van version is suitable for tradespeople?
If tools and materials need to be accessed frequently throughout the working day, the Deadlock version may be more convenient. The additional security lock is only engaged when deliberately locked with the key.
Can the Gatelock XP Van be opened from inside the load area?
Yes. The Gatelock XP Van features an internal emergency release.
Can the XP Van be fitted to a sliding door?
Yes. The Gatelock XP Van is suitable for side sliding doors as well as rear barn doors. The specific installation situation should always be checked before ordering.
Is the Gatelock XP Van suitable for a rear tailgate?
No. The XP Van is not designed for a top-hinged rear tailgate.
Gatelock XP Van – choose the locking principle that suits your work
The Gatelock XP Van combines robust mechanical door security with the option to select the locking principle that best suits your everyday work. For frequent multi-stop operation, the automatically locking Slamlock version can be the better choice. If you regularly access tools or materials and want to decide when the additional security lock is engaged, the Deadlock version may be more suitable.
The important point is to make this choice before ordering: Slamlock and Deadlock are not operating modes that the user switches between after installation. The selected function is factory pre-set and the XP Van is supplied in the version ordered.
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