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Rhinoman Pickup Canopy on a Ford Ranger 2023

PICKUP CANOPY: Online Buyer's Guide

Aluminium-Steel-GRP-ABS: Discover our top selection of Pickup Canopies


With the help of our pickup canopy buying guide, you will always find the right canopy model in the wide product range at Ullstein Concepts. The selection ranges from lightweight ABS models and GRP (glass fibre reinforced plastic) hard top canopies to exclusive steel and aluminium cover. Good workmanship, the best materials and high-quality paintwork are guaranteed. At Ullstein Concepts you will find first-class brands such as Aeroklas, Vindic, Sammitr and Rhinoman.

With the help of this convenient buying guide, you will get an overview of our extensive range of high-quality canopies and compare the key differences in material, features, and side flap variations.

Advantages of Upgrading to a Pickup Canopy

Some people may ask why their pickup truck needs a canopy at all. A hard top canopy increases the protected and secured storage space of your pickup truck and opens up additional upgrade options such as crossbars or a roof platform. Perfect for transporting additional equipment such as a roof tent or sports equipment on the roof of your vehicle. Side compartments or LED work lights can also be easily mounted on a pickup canopy.

Advantages of a hardtop for your pickup:

  • Increased protection from the elements
  • Central locking connection for improved theft protection
  • Increased load capacity thanks to additional storage space
  • Individualise the look of your vehicle
  • Wide range of options for customisation to individual requirements such as side window or tailgate variations
  • Improved aerodynamics and potentially lower fuel consumption
  • Longer durability and resilience compared to soft covers
  • Extension the functionality with roof racks, tool holders or LED lightbars
  • Increased flexibility thanks to the ability to quickly switch between open and closed truck bed


Top Brands for Pickup Canopies: Manufacturer Comparison

Aeroklas Co. Ltd. is the leading manufacturer of automotive parts and is the world leader in the manufacture and development of pickup hardtops. Aeroklas is the first company in the world to offer "Engineered ABS Double Shell Technology". Two 100% recyclable ABS shells are moulded and joined together using complex thermoforming technology. The end product is therefore particularly light, weatherproof, free of mechanical joints, rust-free and durable.

Aeroklas Canopy
Vinidic Pickup Canopy

The Vindic (Nordtop) pickup canopies have been among the most popular in Scandinavia for decades. Anyone looking for a functional GRP hardtop with large flap openings who can do without car-like interior lining will find what they are looking for here. Unlike other manufacturers, Vindic not only offers different side flap variants, but also the option of an unglassed tailgate, ideal for the commercial sector.

The brand Rhinoman from South Africa focuses on high quality aluminium canopies. This material offers by far the best strength-to-weight ratio. If load capacity, durability, and side flap access are priorities and price plays a subordinate role, Rhinoman is a very good choice. Rhinoman pickup hardtops are designed using the latest CAD design techniques and manufactured using state-of-the-art CNC machines.

Rhinoman Aluminium Canopy
Sammitr Steel Canopy on a VW Amarok Pickup Truck

Founded in 1976, Sammitr Motor Manufacturing PLC is the only manufacturer in the world to produce pickup canopies from pressed steel parts (since 1995). The complex steel construction method requires high development and tooling costs, as well as high-tech production. A high investment that corresponds with Sammitr's brand message: ‘Would you have bought a pickup if it was made of plastic?’

Pickup Canopy Comparison: Features, Material and Design Options

Aeroklas Green-Top: Sporty & Lightweight ABS Canopy

The Aeroklas ABS canopies are available for all common pickup trucks. Thanks to the sporty design at cab roof height, the hard top canopy and pickup appear as to be made from a single piece. The thermoformed ABS double shells guarantees durability at a very low total weight of approx. 60-65 kg, depending on the vehicle.

Ford Ranger canopy Aeroklas with Pop Out side windows
VW Amarok canopy Aeroklas with glass flaps

The pickup truck canopy can be optionally upgraded with matching roof rails or spoilers. Depending on the vehicle model, we offer up to five side window variants:

  • HYBRID - glass flap on the right and hinged window on the left
  • POP OUT - with side hinged windows
  • POP UP - with side glass flaps
  • SLIDING - with side sliding windows
  • COMMERCIAL - without side windows

Overview of Aeroklas canopy features and product variants

  • High Quality Color Coating
  • ABS-Synthetic Material
  • Recyclable
  • Sliding Front Window
  • Tinted Rear and Side Windows
  • Additional High Mount Brake Light
  • Interior Automatic LED Lighting
  • Connection to Central Locking
  • Manual Lock
  • Gas Springs
  • Clamp Mounting (No Drilling)
  • Plug and Play Wiring Harness
  • Dead Weight: 60-65kg

GRP Canopies by Vindic with XXL side flaps

The Vindic S-Line pickup canopy is made of glass fibre reinforced plastic (GRP). This lightweight construction produces outstanding strength combined with low weight. GRP is also corrosion-resistant and has a long service life. The hardtop also impresses with three large, lockable flaps. Developed in Sweden. Produced in Europe.

Ford Ranger Raptor with Rhinoman aluminium canopy

Vindic S-Line: Product Details, Features and Accessories

  • Paintwork in Vehicle Color with EDP Pre-Coating
  • Made from Solid Steel Sheet
  • Premounted Roof Rails (100kg dynamic load)
  • Clamp Mounting
  • Venyl Interior Lining
  • Automatic Interior LED Lighting
  • Connection to Central Locking
  • Additional High Mount Brake Light
  • Rear Window Defogger
  • Tinted Rear and Side Windows
  • Additional Manual Lock
  • Overhanging Side Walls (Increased Water Resistance
  • Dead Weight: 85-95kg

Rhinoman XTREME & XPEDITION: Aluminium Canopies with 250 kg Load Capacity

Extremely high roof loads of up to 250 kg are no problem for the Rhinoman aluminium canopies. And that with a tare weight of only 75 kg! The large side flaps and integrated roof rails are a significant advantage, not only in the commercial sector.

Rhinoman Extreme and Xperience pick up truck canopies
Pickup Canopy Rhinoman Extreme

The XPEDITION model has wide aluminium side flaps and a glazed tailgate. Do you want more visibility? Then it's worth taking a look at the Xtreme (XT) hardtop with sliding windows and glass flaps. Both hardtops are supplied with a high-quality black powder coating and a general operating licence (ABE).

Rhinoman Pickup Truck Canopy Features

  • Paintwork in Vehicle Color with EDP Pre-Coating
  • Made from Solid Steel Sheet
  • Premounted Roof Rails (100kg dynamic load)
  • Clamp Mounting
  • Venyl Interior Lining
  • Automatic Interior LED Lighting
  • Connection to Central Locking
  • Additional High Mount Brake Light
  • Rear Window Defogger
  • Tinted Rear and Side Windows
  • Additional Manual Lock
  • Overhanging Side Walls (Increased Water Resistance
  • Dead Weight: 85-95kg

Sammitr V2 Canopy - made from steel

The Sammitr V2 canopy is slightly higher than the cab and therefore offers more storage room. The steel construction enables a loading height at the rear of approx. 100 cm (varies slightly depending on the vehicle). Together with the wide side flaps and integrated roof rails, the hardtop is particularly suitable for craftsmen and trades people.

Toyota Hilux Canopy Sammitr V2 Orange
Toyota Hilux Hardtop V2 Seitenklappen

Available types depending on vehicle model:

  • Sliding window
  • Glass flaps
  • Steel flaps without windows

Sammitr V4: Steel canopy with full view

The Sammitr V4 pick up canopy offers a full range of features, with central locking connection, rear window heating, vinyl lining and much more. The canopy, with a loading height of approx. 90 cm, is also available with an optional electric push-button release.

Mitsubishi L200 Sammitr Canopy SMM V4
Fiat Fullback V4 canopy

Available options depending on vehicle model:

  • Fixed side windows
  • Glass flaps
  • Electric glass flaps

Sammitr TL-1: Distinctive Design & Exclusive Features

The TL1 is the latest model of the Sammitr steel pickup canopies and offers a loading height of approx. 87cm. Like the other Sammitr canopies, the hard cover has a real tailgate, whereas plastic hardtops only use a glass centre as the tailgate. The result is a significantly greater loading width and loading height. Another effect is the significantly improved weather resistance.

VW Amarok canopy SMM TL-1 with side windows
Ford Ranger Tl-1 steel canopy with side flaps

Available variations depending on vehicle model:

  • Sliding window
  • Fixed side windows
  • Electric glass flaps

Sammitr Pickup Canopies: Product Features

  • Paintwork in Vehicle Color with EDP Pre-Coating
  • Made from Solid Steel Sheet
  • Premounted Roof Rails (100kg dynamic load)
  • Clamp Mounting
  • Venyl Interior Lining
  • Automatic Interior LED Lighting
  • Connection to Central Locking
  • Additional High Mount Brake Light
  • Rear Window Defogger
  • Tinted Rear and Side Windows
  • Additional Manual Lock
  • Overhanging Side Walls (Increased Water Resistance
  • Dead Weight: 85-95kg

Our Canopy Recommendations

Choosing the right canopy for your pickup truck depends on various factors. The most important aspect is that the product is tailored to your individual needs and applications. If you are looking for a lightweight hardtop with a sporty design and can do without a high roof load capacity, we recommend the Aeroklas Green Tops. The ABS canopies are available in many side window variants and all OEM colours.

If the roof load does play a major role, the canopies by Rhinoman and Sammitr are very popular. Sammitr steel hardtops offer a generous loading width and height over the entire tailgate, and score points with exclusive equipment details such as a rear window defogger. With a dynamic load capacity of 250 kg, Rhinoman aluminium canopies offer the absolute maximum in stability, robustness, and durability.

Vindic GRP canopies, on the other hand, do without fancy details such as interior panelling, but have the largest side flaps and also offer various tailgate and side flap options. This is often a decisive factor for tradesmen, for example.


Pick Up Canopy at Ullstein Concepts - Where else?

If you want to buy your pickup canopy online, you will benefit from our high-quality products and long-standing experience as a pickup specialist. You can order the right accessories, such as canopy roof rails, crossbars, or a truck bed slide, along with your order.

And it's that simple: Select your desired product, go to the checkout, enter your payment method, check your details and send your order. Questions? Our expert customer support team is always on hand to answer any questions, requests, or suggestions you may have.

For fast and safe delivery, your product will be shipped fully assembled with DHL Freight. The carrier will contact you to arrange a delivery date that suits you. The delivery time varies depending on the availability/stock of the vehicle colour. Installation is straightforward using a clamping system and/or at the OE hole positions. Alternatively, you can have your new hardtop fitted by our professional team in our workshop in Langenbach (near Munich). Please contact us in good time to arrange an appointment.

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