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Genuine OEM Quality
Aluminium Ute Canopies
- Without the Premium Price Tag

TIG-welded aluminium frame (not a bolt-together kit)

Class-leading water and dust sealing

300kg dynamic load rating (tested to 2.5 tonnes) NZ's strongest canopy

10 Year Manufacturer's Frame Guarantee

Trusted for install at NZ new vehicle dealerships

Fully central locking compatible

From $5,200 + GST

  • IN STOCK FOR MOST UTES

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Most aluminium ute canopies fall into two categories:

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• Low-cost bolt-together kits built to a price
• Premium options at significantly higher cost

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Bushtech canopies deliver genuine OEM-grade welded frame construction, without the premium price tag.

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Bushtech canopies are built around a fully TIG-welded aluminium frame — the structural foundation that delivers strength, weather resistance, and dust sealing that bolt-together metal and fibreglass canopies simply cannot match.

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These are not cheap bolt-together kits, but properly engineered canopies designed for sustained off-road use, with true OEM-level construction backed by a 10-year manufacturer frame guarantee.

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Every canopy is hand-finished before receiving a super-premium powder-coat designed to withstand harsh UV exposure and maintain its finish long term in New Zealand conditions.

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With a 300kg dynamic load rating (tested to 2.5 tonnes), Bushtech canopies are NZs strongest canopies — enabling larger, more usable side door openings while remaining lighter than fibreglass canopies.

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Originally developed in South Africa for extreme conditions and now trusted by NZ new-vehicle dealerships, Bushtech represents a genuine OEM-grade canopy built for real-world use.

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Wellside Canopies

Premium aluminium ute canopies for trade, fleet or overland builds

NZ's strongest canopies offer 300kg dynamic load capacity (tested to 2.5 tonnes!)

Lighter than even plastic & fibreglass canopies. Despite class leading strength, typical weight is just 65kg

Much bigger side access doors, made possible by the unrivalled strength of the welded frame

Supplied fully constructed - no assembly required. Typical one hour install. Backed by 10 year Manufacturer guarantee on frame and meets quality expectations at NZ new vehicle dealerships.

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X-Series Tray & Canopy / Service Body

Advanced strength to weight ratio. Unrivalled for 4wd overland builds

Designed for class leading strength to weight ratio. Delivers maximum durability while staying light

Commercial, overland or mixed use. Built tough for work duties... unrivalled for 4wd overland builds

75 litres on board water, class leading National Luna lighting system, insulation, internal fit out and more

Overland package options complete with ultra-high performance global brands in roof tents, awnings, electronics, refrigeration and more

More on wellside

300kg Dynamic Load Rating
50% Stronger Than The Nearest Competitor

And lighter too! Fully welded frame delivers NZ's strongest 300kg dynamic load rating (tested to 2.5 tonnes), while weighing less than plastic or fibreglass alternatives.

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Bigger access

Reinforced door frames unique to Bushtech provide maximum accessibility

Stronger and Lighter, with Full Size Side Access

Reinforced door frames unique to Bushtech provide maximum accessibility

Industry-Leading Strength

300kg dynamic load rating, tested to 2.5 tonnes. Welded - not bolted!

Advanced Water & Dust Sealing

Canopies designed to this level of dustproofing go far beyond simply being waterproof

Genuine Quality

10 Year Manufacturer frame gurarantee

Where are Bushtech Canopies Made?

Still made in Johannesburg, originally designed for off-road fleets in the South African deserts. Now an international brand backed by local expertise.

Engineered Excellence

See how Bushtech's unique design features set the industry standard

✓ NZ’s Strongest Canopy - 300 kg Dynamic Rating

Bushtech canopies have been load-tested to 2.5 tonnes static. It’s expedition-grade engineering.


This strength provides:

  • Confidence with rooftop tents, trades gear, and platform racks

  • Long term performance and sealing that remain consistent over time

✓ Superior Dust & Weather Sealing

Dust ingress is one of the most common issues with canopies in New Zealand. Bushtech addresses it through:

 

  • A 20 mm suspension-rubber base that isolates the canopy and ensures dust resistance, even in off-road settings

  • Internally braced doors that resist distortion

  • Door-mounted automotive seals - not on the canopy frame

 
For maximum dust control, pair with the Bushtech wellside dust-sealing kit.

✓ Larger Gullwing Side Access

Thanks to the welded frame, Bushtech offers much larger side openings than bolt-together canopies can support.

 

This provides:

  • Faster access to tools or camping gear

  • Better use of internal space

  • Stronger, cleaner sealing. Door-mounted automotive seals - not on the canopy frame

  • A more practical setup for trades and touring

✓ Premium Fit, Finish & Daily Usability

Bushtech canopies are recognised for their long-term durability and quality. Close a Bushtech door from one corner and you’ll feel the difference immediately — minimal flex, no rattle:

  • Hand-finished TIG welds

  • Premium powder-coat finish

  • Locks and struts mounted to internal bracing, not thin door skins

  • Roof-rack-ready with reinforced tracks included

  • OEM-grade build quality trusted by NZ new vehicle dealerships

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