Boss Aluminium Brisbane: Planning The Right Tray And Canopy Setup

If you’re searching Boss Aluminium Brisbane, you’re likely looking for a workshop that can install a quality Australian-made tray or canopy solution.

Boss Aluminium has built a strong reputation nationally for manufacturing premium trays and modular canopy systems. In this guide, we’ll walk through what makes them stand out and what to consider when planning your 4WD build in Brisbane.

Portaled 79 running a full Boss Aluminium tray and canopy setup ready for serious touring. Brisbane-built, adventure ready!

WHO IS BOSS ALUMINIUM?

Boss Aluminium has been manufacturing trays and canopies in Australia since 2000 and has grown into one of Australia’s leading manufacturers of premium 4x4 trays and canopies.

Based in Melbourne and everything is built in-house - designed, cut, folded, welded and powder coated locally. It’s 100% Australian made, and that’s something they take seriously.

Boss Aluminium half canopy on a LC79 - perfect if you want storage without committing to a full canopy setup.

With over 20 years of experience and a lifetime workmanship warranty behind their builds, Boss Aluminium has earned a reputation for producing gear that’s built to handle real-world touring, trade and heavy-duty applications.

THE BOSS ALUMINIUM M-SPEC AND PREMIUM RANGE

Boss Aluminium offers both M-Spec and Premium tray packages, along with a modular canopy system designed to integrate with their trays.

Some of the standout features across the range include:

• Double-skinned tray sides for added strength

• Integrated tie-down rails and nutsert grid systems

• Under-tray drawers

• Integrated water tank options up to 70L

• Modular canopy framework

Clean side profile of a D-MAX running a Boss tray and canopy - functional, tough, and built for touring life.

Canopy package weights range from approximately 184kg through to 255kg depending on specification and length.

The Premium tray range builds further on the M-Spec foundation, offering a more integrated, feature-rich solution. It’s a well-thought-out system designed to suit both touring and trade applications.

WHAT TO CONSIDER BEFORE FITTING A TRAY OR CANOPY

This is where good planning makes a big difference. A tray and canopy system isn’t just an accessory - it becomes a significant part of your 4WD's total weight and setup.

For example: An M4 canopy in 1790L starts from around 255kg. That's on top of the 235kg for the M3 dual cab tray. Not to mention if you option water tanks, that increases the weight again.

Once you factor in:

• Batteries

• Drawer systems

• Fridge

• Roof top tents

Hilux with Boss Aluminium tray and canopy - colour matched doors, rear wheel carrier, jerry holder and ladder all sorted.

You can quickly add a lot of weight to your 4x4. That’s not a negative - it’s just reality when building a capable touring setup.

At BAW Automotive, we approach tray and canopy installs as part of a complete build plan. That means discussing: Load carrying requirements and GVM upgrades where appropriate as well as 12V electrical integration. It’s about making sure the tray and canopy are supported by the right foundations.

ARE BOSS ALUMINIUM TRAYS AND CANOPIES A GOOD CHOICE?

We’ve been fitting Boss Aluminium for years, and we’ve also chosen to run their trays and canopies on both of our own LandCruiser builds.

Our chopped Nori Green 200 running a full Boss Aluminium tray and canopy with RT1 rooftop tent. Not your average 200.

That wasn’t by accident. When you’re building your own 4WDs (ones that also represent your business) you choose products you trust. Boss Aluminium has consistently delivered a well-built, well-finished system that holds up in real-world use.

One of their biggest strengths is the modular design. The M-Spec platform allows trays and canopies to be configured from day one, then adapted over time as your setup evolves. Whether that’s adding a rear ladder, changing storage layouts, integrating 12V, or refining the touring setup - the framework is designed to support it without compromise.

BAW 79 series running the Boss Aluminium M4 Tray - canopy off for this trip. That’s the beauty of a tray and canopy system.

WHERE TO GET BOSS ALUMINIUM IN BRISBANE

If you’re looking for a workshop to supply and install a Boss Aluminium tray or canopy in Brisbane, you're in the right place.

Inside a Boss Aluminium canopy - drawers out, bench extended, upright fridge locked in. Touring setup done properly.

At BAW Automotive we understand complete 4WD builds from correct fitment to power systems. Our focus is making sure the Boss Aluminium products integrate properly with the rest of your 4WD.

FINAL THOUGHTS

Boss Aluminium has built its reputation on Australian manufacturing, modular design and high-quality construction.

If you’re planning a tray or canopy upgrade in Brisbane, taking the time to plan the full build around that system will deliver the best result.

If you’d like to discuss a Boss Aluminium tray or canopy for your ute or American truck, we’re happy to walk you through the options and help map out a complete setup that suits how you actually use your 4WD.