The Hilux Pickup from Toyota has been known for its excellent off-road capabilities for decades. Due to its robust construction and large truck bed, the Hilux is also often seen on construction sites, in forestry and agricultural operations, or when camping. Here, an enlarged and protected storage space can be essential.

A Hilux canopy increases the usable storage space of the cargo bed and protects the load from bad weather and theft. This allows you to fully utilize the transport capacity of the Hilux flatbed.

In our digital buyer's guide, we introduce you to the numerous hardtop types, give you an overview of the advantages and disadvantages of the different designs, and what to look out for when buying.

Once you have found your desired canopy, you can order it directly from our Hilux Accessories Online Shop and have it delivered. In addition to Hilux Hardtops, our range also includes many other useful accessories such as matching Truck Bed Slides and LED lighting.

Step by Step Guide to Your New Hilux Canopy

On the way to your new Hilux canopy, there are a few things to consider:

1. Use & Material: First, consider what will be the primary use of the canopy, as the choice of material and features strongly depends on the requirements. For example, if you want to equip your canopy with roof racks and a roof tent, only steel and aluminum hardtops are suitable.


2. Features and Accessories: The functionality of your new hard top can be expanded with a variety of equipment options and accessories. Decide which standard features and accessory options are important to you. In addition to standard equipment such as central locking connection, LED interior lighting, and tinted rear and side windows, many manufacturers also offer premium features like a heated rear window or standard roof rails. There are also big differences in the additional options. Rhinoman hardtops, for example, offer side hardtop cargo boxes, drawers, and storage compartments. Ideal for craftsmen and many other commercial applications.


3. Window Variants: Next, decide which side window variant (or none) is best suited for your purpose. Depending on the manufacturer, you have the choice between glass flaps, pop-out windows, and sliding windows. In our online shop, you will also find variants with electric operation.


4. Compatibility: Once you have found your desired product, make sure that the canopy is suitable for your exact Hilux model (single, extra, or double cab) as well as the year of manufacture.


5. Assembly & Installation: Decide whether you want to install your hardtop yourself or prefer to hire a specialist workshop. Most models are fastened with a clamp system that does not require drilling into the truck bed. However, the wiring for the central locking should not be done without prior electrotechnical knowledge. Alternatively, you can have your new Hilux hard top canopy and other accessories installed directly by our professional team in Langenbach near Freising, Germany. Just make an appointment with our customer service team and drop off your Hilux at our workshop - we will take care of the rest.

Lightweight Toyota Hilux ABS Canopies with Double Shell Technology by the Market Leader Aeroklas

Aeroklas is the world's leading manufacturer of high-quality pickup canopies based in Thailand. The company has made a name for itself in particular through its innovative pickup canopy made of double-shell ABS plastic. This construction method makes the hardtops particularly light, robust, and resistant to impacts as well as chemical and thermal influences.

Aeroklas hardtop canopies are manufactured in an automated thermoforming process from a single piece of ABS. This ensures a seamless surface without weak points. Due to these advantages and the precise, cab-high design, Aeroklas hardtops have been selected as OEM accessories by Ford Europe and Toyota Europe, among others.

Aeroklas Green-Top Technical Details:

Toyota Hilux steel canopies by Sammitr with generously sized loading dimensions

The advantages of Sammitr® steel canopies are their robustness, stability and increased roof load capacity. The steel construction also allows the integration of a tailgate across the entire width of the Hilux and not just as a rear window, as is the case with a GRP or ABS canopies. The result is a significantly greater loading width and loading height, perfect for transporting tools and materials, e.g. for use in the trades or construction industry.

Another effect is the significantly improved weather resistance of the canopy, as the flap technology prevents water from entering the rear flap area. The roof rails included in the delivery increase the load capacity of your pickup by 100 kg.

Sammitr V2 Technical Details:

Sammitr TL-1 Technical Details:

Rhinoman canopy features: