What Is The Best Canopy For My Toyota Land Cruiser?

Have you recently bought a Toyota Land Cruiser for work? Are you searching for the right canopy for your ute? The Toyota Land Cruiser remains one of the most popular work utes in Australia. In fact, one of the most interesting things about this vehicle is that Toyota has sold more Land Cruisers in Australia than in any other country across the globe. While the land cruiser in itself is a highly utilitarian vehicle, you can further enhance its efficiency and utility with a ute canopy. In this blog post, we will explore how you should go about choosing the best canopy for your Toyota Land Cruiser.

Different Types of Toyota Land Cruiser Canopies

There is a wide range of canopy options for a Toyota Land Cruiser including:

• Full canopy

• Canopy/tray combo

• Lift off service bodies

• Service lock-up module

• Camper body

A full canopy service body covers the whole tray. It can be used for a wide range of applications including recreational, emergency as well as commercial. There are several combinations of trays and other modules in a full-service canopy. The canopy/tray combination is a part canopy and part tray design. It allows you to have some enclosed space to keep your tools and other important things safe and secure but there is also a tray area that can be used for carrying bulky items.

The lift-off service body is different from the traditional options as it is not secured to the chassis of the vehicle and can be lifted off if you want to utilise the tray. The service lock-up module has empty space in the rear tray as well as the centre aisle but there are also two covered modules on either side of the centre aisle.

There are also custom designs on offer. If you have a requirement that is not covered by the standard designs on offer, the design team at MFI Automotive Group can work with you to come up with a design that satisfies all your requirements. The biggest advantage of a custom design is that you can get as much storage space as you need along with any type of additional functionality.

Different Ute Canopy Materials

A wide range of materials is used for making canopies for a Toyota Land Cruiser. Some of the options include:

• Aluminium – This is one of the most popular materials for ute canopies. It offers a wide range of benefits. One of its biggest advantages is that it is lightweight yet strong. Also, it is an excellent option for work canopies as these can be easily fitted with lockable doors.

• Fibreglass — This is also one of the more popular types of materials used for making ute canopies. Its biggest advantage is that it’s lightweight when compared to aluminium or other materials. It can be installed on flat and well trays. It is important to understand that fibreglass isn’t as strong as aluminium which means you can’t put a lot of weight on the top of a fibreglass canopy. If you need a canopy to carry heavy loads on the roof, you will need to invest in some extra support. Also, fibreglass becomes brittle with time.

• Canvas — If you’re looking for the cheapest option, canvas may be the right choice for you. These canopies are held up by a steel frame which is covered by canvas. These canopies have zippers on all sides. These are not as sturdy as canopies made of aluminium or fibreglass and aren’t safe for storing expensive materials or equipment.

Final Thoughts

A wide range of canopy options is available for your Toyota Land Cruiser. MFI Automotive Group offers a huge range of standard options but you can also get a completely customised design. In terms of materials, you have a lot of options including aluminium, fiberglass, canvas as well as a few other materials. Overall, you have a lot of choices. It is important for you to understand the pros and cons of various types of canopies and different materials to make an informed decision and get the best value for your money. If you are searching for a ute canopy for your Toyota Land Cruiser, get in touch with our engineering and fabrication team. Our team will help you understand the advantages and limitations of different designs and materials. We’ll be happy to create a customised design for your ute canopy to meet all your requirements.

For more information regarding high-quality service bodies, please call us today at MFI Automotive Group on 1300 634 669 or get in touch with our friendly sales team here.