Alu-Cab Explorer Canopy — Double Cab

Short Product Summary

The Alu-Cab Explorer Canopy is a fitted aluminium canopy for short-bed double cab bakkies, built for 19 vehicle fitments and offered in four finishes. It gives you a full rear window, integrated roof rails and three internal LED lights on a canopy weighing roughly 60 kg.

Why This Product

An open load bed means strapping gear down and covering it every time you drive. The Explorer closes that space off, and its integrated roof rails carry whatever doesn't fit inside — an awning, a cargo box or a rooftop tent.

Key Features

• Roof and load ratings – the dynamic roof load rating is 200 kg, with a maximum static load of 400 kg
• Integrated roof rails – a place to mount awnings, cargo boxes and other gear
• Double seal doors – durable doors with a double seal to help keep dust and rain out
• Three internal LED lights – lights for packing and unpacking inside the canopy
• Full rear window – a view out the back through the canopy
• Approximate weight – roughly 60 kg, canopy only
• Four finishes – Black Smooth, Black Tread, Black Mill Tread and Black Mill Tread (No Windows), depending on fitment

Finish Options

• Black Smooth
• Black Tread
• Black Mill Tread
• Black Mill Tread (No Windows)

Vehicle Fitment

This listing covers the following fitments — pick yours from the variant selector above:

• Toyota Hilux Vigo (2005-2015)
• Toyota Hilux Revo (2016+)
• Toyota Hilux (2026+)
• Toyota Land Cruiser 79
• Ford Ranger T6 (2012-2021)
• Ford Ranger (2022+)
• BYD Shark (2024+)
• GWM P-Series
• Isuzu KB (2013+)
• Isuzu D-Max (2020+)
• Isuzu D-Max (2020+) V2
• Jeep Gladiator (2019+)
• Mercedes-Benz X-Class (2017+)
• Mitsubishi Triton (2016+)
• Nissan Navara D40 (2005-2021)
• Nissan Navara NP300 (2016-2020)
• Nissan Navara NP300 (2021+)
• Volkswagen Amarok (2010+)
• Volkswagen Amarok (2023+)

Ideal For

• Double cab owners across 19 supported vehicles who want a canopy matched to their exact bakkie
• Long-trip travellers who want kit inside one covered, lockable space
• Owners planning interior accessories such as drawers or a fridge slide from the Alu-Cab range

Local Support from 4Matt Campers

Not sure which fitment and finish match your bakkie? Our Cape Town team at 4Matt Campers will confirm it with you before you order.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Alu-Cab
• Product: Explorer Canopy, double cab
• Vehicle fitments: 19 double cab bakkies — see Vehicle Fitment above
• Finish options: Black Smooth, Black Tread, Black Mill Tread, Black Mill Tread (No Windows)
• Max load (static): 400 kg
• Max load (dynamic): 200 kg
• Weight: approximately 60 kg
• Lighting: 3 internal LED lights
• Rear window: Full rear window
• Roof: Integrated roof rails
• Doors: Durable double seal doors

What's Included

This listing is for the canopy unit and the hardware needed to mount it to your specific vehicle. Interior fit-out pieces — drawers, a kitchen kit or a fridge slide — and roof-top gear such as awnings and tents are sold separately.

Optional Fitment / Upgrade Notes

Please check the following before you order:

• Pick your exact vehicle and finish from the variant selector above. If you're unsure which fitment matches your bakkie, ask us before ordering.
• The mounting hardware attaches directly to the load bed, so any bed liner must be removed or modified first. Ask us about warranty conditions.
• Alu-Cab quotes about 45 minutes to fit with no drilling. We still recommend professional fitting.
• Dimensions vary by vehicle, so ask us to confirm the measurements for yours.

Complete Your Setup

The roof rails on this canopy are ready for an awning for shade or a rooftop tent for sleeping. Fit out the inside with a kitchen kit, drawer system or tilting fridge slide from our camper accessories range. Ask us which pieces suit the vehicle you pick above.

FAQ

How many vehicles does this canopy cover?
This listing spans 19 double cab fitments. Choose yours from the variant selector above.

What load can the roof carry?
The dynamic roof load rating is 200 kg, and the maximum static load is 400 kg.

Do I need to remove my bed liner?
The mounting hardware goes straight onto the load bed, so the liner has to be removed or modified. Ask us about warranty before you start.

Which finish should I choose?
Black Smooth and Black Tread are available across most fitments, with Black Mill Tread options on select vehicles. Ask us what's available for yours.