
The Story
The Gates Micro-V Multi Ribbed Drive Belt 6PK1980 is engineered for reliability and longer service life. Featuring advanced EPDM rubber construction and aramid fibre reinforcement, this 6-rib, 1980mm belt is built to handle demanding engine conditions while delivering quiet, efficient operation.
Ideal for a wide range of vehicles including Mercedes-Benz, Opel, Saab, Ssangyong, Subaru, Ford, and Holden models—see full compatibility below. Gates’ advanced technology ensures up to 50% longer life, reduced noise, and superior stability—even in high-kilometre and misaligned systems. Perfect for NZ drivers wanting lasting performance from their drive belt.
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Premium EPDM construction – crack, heat, and wear resistant
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Aramid fibre reinforced for ultimate dependability
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Reduces noise, prevents premature failure
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Compensates for worn or misaligned pulleys
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Designed for OE-quality fit and performance
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Compatible with a wide range of late-model vehicles
Specifications:
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Length: 1980mm
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Width: 21mm (section top width 20mm)
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Number of Ribs: 6
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Material: EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer)
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Colour: Black
OEM Part No.: 6PK1980
Fits:
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Mercedes-Benz:
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190 W201 E 2.3L M 102.985 SOHC 8v Petrol 4cyl 97kW Sedan RWD [09/86 - 08/91]
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190 201.018 E 1.8L M 102.910 SOHC 8v Petrol 4cyl 80kW Sedan RWD [04/90 - 08/93]
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190 201.024 E 2.0L M 102.961/M 102.962 SOHC 8v Petrol 4cyl 83kW, 90kW, 85kW Sedan RWD [10/82 - 12/86]
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124 124.083 230 TE 2.3L M 102.982 SOHC 8v Petrol 4cyl 97kW/100kW Wagon RWD [09/85 - 08/92]
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Opel Insignia:
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2.0L A 20 NFT Turbo Euro 5 4cyl 162kW Sedan/Wagon FWD [07/08 - 11/11, 03/17]
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Saab 9-5 YS3E Turbo:
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2.3L B235L/R/E, 2.0L B205E, 4cyl, 110–191kW Sedan/Wagon FWD [09/97 - 12/09]
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See listing for specific variants and equipment notes
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Ssangyong:
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Actyon Sports QJ I Xdi 2.0L D20DTR Euro 4 4cyl 114kW Utility/SUV/MPV [09/11 - 12/19]
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Rexton, Rhino II, Stavic II Xdi 2.0L D20DTR [07/12 - 11/15, 07/13 ON]
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Subaru:
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Legacy BMM V 2.5L FB25 DOHC 16v Petrol Flat4 129kW Sedan AWD [09/13 ON]
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Outback BS9 2.5L FB25B/FB25Z [03/15 ON]
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Ford:
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Focus LR i 1.8L EYDE DOHC 16v Petrol 4cyl 85kW Hatch/Sedan FWD [09/02 - 04/05]
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Transit VE,VF,VG 2.0L NSF, NSG DOHC 8v Petrol 4cyl 84kW Van/Bus/Cab Chassis RWD [09/95 - 12/00]
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Holden Captiva:
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5 CG Gen. I/II 2.4L Z 24 SED/LE5/A 24 XE Euro 5 DOHC 16v Petrol/Ethanol 4cyl 103–123kW SUV AWD/FWD [12/09 - 12/18]
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Description
The Gates Micro-V Multi Ribbed Drive Belt 6PK1980 is engineered for reliability and longer service life. Featuring advanced EPDM rubber construction and aramid fibre reinforcement, this 6-rib, 1980mm belt is built to handle demanding engine conditions while delivering quiet, efficient operation.
Ideal for a wide range of vehicles including Mercedes-Benz, Opel, Saab, Ssangyong, Subaru, Ford, and Holden models—see full compatibility below. Gates’ advanced technology ensures up to 50% longer life, reduced noise, and superior stability—even in high-kilometre and misaligned systems. Perfect for NZ drivers wanting lasting performance from their drive belt.
-
Premium EPDM construction – crack, heat, and wear resistant
-
Aramid fibre reinforced for ultimate dependability
-
Reduces noise, prevents premature failure
-
Compensates for worn or misaligned pulleys
-
Designed for OE-quality fit and performance
-
Compatible with a wide range of late-model vehicles
Specifications:
-
Length: 1980mm
-
Width: 21mm (section top width 20mm)
-
Number of Ribs: 6
-
Material: EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer)
-
Colour: Black
OEM Part No.: 6PK1980
Fits:
-
Mercedes-Benz:
-
190 W201 E 2.3L M 102.985 SOHC 8v Petrol 4cyl 97kW Sedan RWD [09/86 - 08/91]
-
190 201.018 E 1.8L M 102.910 SOHC 8v Petrol 4cyl 80kW Sedan RWD [04/90 - 08/93]
-
190 201.024 E 2.0L M 102.961/M 102.962 SOHC 8v Petrol 4cyl 83kW, 90kW, 85kW Sedan RWD [10/82 - 12/86]
-
124 124.083 230 TE 2.3L M 102.982 SOHC 8v Petrol 4cyl 97kW/100kW Wagon RWD [09/85 - 08/92]
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Opel Insignia:
-
2.0L A 20 NFT Turbo Euro 5 4cyl 162kW Sedan/Wagon FWD [07/08 - 11/11, 03/17]
-
-
Saab 9-5 YS3E Turbo:
-
2.3L B235L/R/E, 2.0L B205E, 4cyl, 110–191kW Sedan/Wagon FWD [09/97 - 12/09]
-
See listing for specific variants and equipment notes
-
-
Ssangyong:
-
Actyon Sports QJ I Xdi 2.0L D20DTR Euro 4 4cyl 114kW Utility/SUV/MPV [09/11 - 12/19]
-
Rexton, Rhino II, Stavic II Xdi 2.0L D20DTR [07/12 - 11/15, 07/13 ON]
-
-
Subaru:
-
Legacy BMM V 2.5L FB25 DOHC 16v Petrol Flat4 129kW Sedan AWD [09/13 ON]
-
Outback BS9 2.5L FB25B/FB25Z [03/15 ON]
-
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Ford:
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Focus LR i 1.8L EYDE DOHC 16v Petrol 4cyl 85kW Hatch/Sedan FWD [09/02 - 04/05]
-
Transit VE,VF,VG 2.0L NSF, NSG DOHC 8v Petrol 4cyl 84kW Van/Bus/Cab Chassis RWD [09/95 - 12/00]
-
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Holden Captiva:
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5 CG Gen. I/II 2.4L Z 24 SED/LE5/A 24 XE Euro 5 DOHC 16v Petrol/Ethanol 4cyl 103–123kW SUV AWD/FWD [12/09 - 12/18]
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