Valuable Upgrade: Enhance Your 4WD with Aftermarket Triton Canopies

When it comes to ute performance that’s both capable and affordable, the Mitsubishi Triton is at the top of the list. Since their introduction in 2006, these uncommonly straightforward-built trucks have been a trusted 4WD companion for off roaders, tradies, and ordinary Aussies from all walks who enjoy camping or going to the bush occasionally.

It’s no surprise, however, that one of the first significant upgrades that Triton owners contemplate making is to their tubs. With short wheelbases ordinarily leaving these trucks uncomfortably short on cargo space, complete aftermarket tray and canopy packages are big business in the Triton aftermarket. Some packages are more comprehensive than others, though; and if you own a Triton, now’s the right time to see how much capacity they have to offer.

Perfect Triton Canopy Upgrade Packages 

Make no mistake: for almost two decades, Triton owners have capitalized on levels of aftermarket attention that few 4×4 brands, including pricier ones, ever enjoy. And this is especially true when it comes to tub replacements, as high-quality aftermarket Triton canopies and trays are typically turned to transform these surefooted little trucks into the heavy-duty cargo carriers they’re capable of being.

The current range of Mitsubishi Triton tray packages are designed to fit all MN/ML, MQ, and MR Triton models, and they allow owners to add secure, cavern-sized storage capacity to their trucks at a cost point that’s all but impossible with other utes. They’re direct replacements for the characteristically small OE factory tubs which, in spite of being ideal for pure off roading, lack any real measure of usable capacity. With sound engineering being at the heart of their design, they’re the perfect complement for these perfectly capable vehicles.

Strong Triton Trays Are the Backbone

Starting with a robust 3.5mm, 1780mm x 1800mm aluminium Triton tray made from either checker or flat plate stock, premium canopy and tray packages feature 5mm C-channel and main frame, and 40mm x 80mm RHS sub frame construction. They also come with standard features that include:

·   Standard or flared width mudguards;

·   LED taillights and license plate lights; and,

·   32mm rope ties down tubes.

For notoriously small, tubbed models like the ML, these uniquely styled Triton ute tray platforms open up a whole new world of opportunities for usage. They’re strong and lightweight, and they’re the backbone for a trio of canopy and tray packages that the owners of all Triton models can rightfully feel good about.

Get the Job Done with the S10 Package

The S10 package is a basic but versatile Mitsubishi Triton canopy package for all jobs. Although these packages can be outfitted for almost any purpose, they’re optimized for tradies and craftsmen to put the Triton’s newfound payload to use as only they know how.

A 3-door, 1780mm x 1800mm x 850mm canopy made from fully TIG welded 2.5mm checker plate aluminium covers the full area of the custom Triton tray. And not only do these rugged Triton ute canopy packages feature reinforced roof bracing, full water and dust proof seals, and heavy-duty struts, they’re also combined with:

·   A 2500mm aluminium full length roof rack;

·   A 1700mm under tray trundle drawer; and,

·   Tapered check plate under tray toolboxes.

With all the necessary provisions to relocate OE rear cameras and sensors included, the S10 Triton tray canopy package provides a solid, no-nonsense platform that’s also easy to populate with internal toolboxes and a host of other accessories. In short, they make tapping into the Triton’s capacity effortless. 

Time for Work and Play with the S11 Package

The S11 Triton tray and canopy package not only comes with a flat plate surface and a special white powder coated livery, it also pushes the boundaries of the S10 package a step further by adding even more flexibility to the topside of the canopy. The S11 replaces the S10’s standard lightweight 2500mm roof rack with an equal length, roller-equipped rack that allows for easier loading of over length items without needing to wrestle them onto the roof.

It means that in addition to the ladders and other over-sized materials that tradies would typically load, recreation enthusiasts can also take full advantage of this convenient Triton canopy configuration for effortlessly loading their own delicate specialty items, such as:

·   Kayaks and rafts,

·   Surfboards and sailboards, and,

·   Fishing rod boxes.

For Triton owners who want a dual-purpose solution that’s good for work and play, the S11 package for Mitsubishi Triton canopies covers all the bases.

Heading Off Road with the S12 Package

While the S12 package of Triton ute canopies is also built for work and play, there’s no mistaking which one they’d rather be doing. While continuing to work with the same 3-door, 1780mm x 1800mm x 850mm configuration that’re featured with S10s and S11s, these flat plate canopies also include:

·   A 20l, aluminium jerry can holder;

·   An 850mm aluminium ladder; and,

·   A heavy-duty spare wheel carrier.

The S12 package gives you the added capacity you need to take your Triton camping or off-roading over the weekend, without missing a beat if you also need to haul tools or supplies with it during the week. If you like being able to put your truck through its paces, this is the Triton aluminium canopy package that you want.

The Final Word

At the end of the day, while being one the most understated 4x4s ever manufactured, the Triton’s unmistakable style, performance, and unbelievably low prices have also made them one of the most revered 4x4s on the market. All they need to complete the picture is a proper amount of cargo space.

Aftermarket Triton canopies and tray packages let you reclaim the space that’s lost on their short tubs. Whether it’s for the jobsite or the campsite, it’s the added cargo capacity that Triton owners have always wanted, and there’s no better time than now to think about installing one.