GWM Cannon Tray & Tub Accessories: The Buyer's Guide (2026)

The GWM Cannon's tub is where the work happens — and where the wear happens. Sliding cargo, dropped tools, sand, red dirt and the Australian sun all take their toll on a bare tub, and disorganised loads make the tray a pain to use.

The right accessories fix both: they protect the surface and make the tub easier to live with. Here's what actually earns its place — and how to choose fitment that won't damage your factory mounting points or your warranty.

Why a Bare Tub Needs Protecting

The factory tub finish handles light duty, but Australian use is rarely light. A few things wear it down:

• Sliding cargo — heavy items shift on braking and gouge the surface
• Sand and red dirt — abrasive grit works into every corner
• UV and heat — sun makes unprotected liners and plastics brittle over time
• Water — pooling around tie-downs and scratches is where corrosion starts

Protecting the tub isn't just about looks — a tidy, undamaged tub is far easier to sell on, so a bit of cheap protection pays back at resale.

The Core Accessories

Four categories cover almost every Cannon owner. Match them to how you actually use the ute:

Sliding Trays & Drawers

If there's one upgrade that changes how you use the Cannon, it's a sliding tray or drawer system. Instead of climbing into the tub to drag gear out, you pull the whole load out to you.

• Access — reach tools and camping gear from the tailgate, no clambering
• Organisation — drawers keep kit sorted instead of sliding into one heap
• Protection — a quality tray spreads and contains the load off the bare tub floor

Load ratings vary widely by model, so check the specific tray's rating against what you carry rather than assuming. Many quality aluminium systems are designed for DIY fitting to the factory points, though a fitter is worth it if you'd rather not tackle the alignment yourself.

Aftermarket vs OEM

GWM's own accessories are well made and guaranteed to fit, but they're usually dearer and the range is narrower. Quality aftermarket gear often gives you more choice and better value — the key is that it's built to OEM-compatible standards.

Fitment & Warranty

The biggest myth in ute accessories is that anything aftermarket voids your warranty. It doesn't:

• Aftermarket is fine under Australian Consumer Law — a manufacturer can only decline a specific claim if a part is shown to have caused that fault
• OEM-compatible mounting is the safeguard — bolt to the factory points, don't drill or modify the tub or chassis
• Keep it sensible — don't overload beyond the tub's rating, and don't block drainage

Making It Last in Australian Conditions

Quality gear holds up to UV, dust and corrosion far better than bargain kit — and a little maintenance goes a long way:

• Rinse off grit — sand and dirt are abrasive; a periodic hose-out protects the surface and any moving parts
• Keep slides clean — for sliding trays, keep the rails free of grit so they run smoothly, especially after off-road trips
• Check fixings — vibration loosens bolts over time, so re-check mounting points now and then
• Choose UV-stable materials — cheap non-stabilised plastics go brittle in the sun; quality liners and dividers are built to resist it

Frequently Asked Questions