The BYD Shark 6 has quickly become one of the most talked-about ute arrivals in Australia — a plug-in hybrid dual cab that owners are already turning into serious touring and work rigs. Canopy options were thin on the ground at launch, but that's changed fast. UniUte now stocks three purpose-built BYD Shark 6 canopies, each engineered for a different priority: finish, strength, or weight.
If you've been searching for a BYD Shark 6 canopy and aren't sure which build suits your setup, this guide walks through all three — fibreglass, stainless steel, and one-piece aluminium — with real specs, not just marketing copy.
Quick comparison
| Force Pro | Stainless Steel | One-Piece Aluminium | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Material | Fibreglass, UV-stable gelcoat | 1.5 mm stainless steel | One-piece aluminium shell |
| Price | $3,399 | $2,495 | $3,000 |
| Finish | Colour-coded to vehicle paint | Black powder-coat | Black powder-coat |
| Side doors | Lift-up windows, gas struts | Gullwing, gas struts | Gullwing, gas struts |
| Roof load rating | 100 kg dynamic/static | 150 kg dynamic / 400 kg static | 150 kg dynamic / 300 kg static |
| Locking | Central locking (key fob integrated) | Key lock, all doors | Key lock, all doors |
| Installation | No-drill clamp-on | No-drill bolt-on | No-drill bolt-on |
| Colour options | 5 (colour-matched) | Black only | Black only |
| Stock status | In stock | In stock (limited) | Back in stock 18 Aug 2026 |
1. Force Pro Fibreglass Canopy — $3,399
The Force Pro is our most popular Shark 6 canopy, and the only one of the three available colour-matched to the vehicle — Deep Sea Blue, Great White, Tidal Black, Outback Orange, and Mist Grey. It's precision-moulded rather than panel-built, which gives it the closest thing to a factory-fitted look on the market.
Standout features:
- UV-stable gelcoat fibreglass shell — lightweight and rust-proof
- Lift-up side windows (both sides) with gas struts, tinted tempered safety glass
- Heated rear glass and integrated LED interior light
- Central locking wired into the Shark 6's existing key fob — no separate key needed
- 100 kg-rated aluminium roof rails
Best for: owners who want a canopy that looks like it left the factory with the ute, and who are running touring or lifestyle setups rather than constant heavy-duty loads. The integrated central locking is the standout convenience feature — there's no separate canopy key to carry.
2. Stainless Steel Canopy — $2,495
Where the Force Pro is about finish, the steel canopy is about durability and value. It's the strongest and most affordable of the three, built from 1.5 mm stainless steel with a black powder-coat finish, and it carries the highest roof load rating in the range.
Standout features:
- 1.5 mm stainless steel construction, powder-coated
- Gullwing doors both sides with gas struts for full tub access
- 150 kg dynamic / 400 kg static roof rating — the highest of the three, suited to rooftop tents and loaded roof racks
- Flat-packed in two cartons, no-drill bolt-on install with all hardware included
Best for: tradies and heavy-use owners who want maximum strength and load capacity at the lowest entry price. If you're mounting a rooftop tent or a fully-loaded roof rack, this is the only one of the three rated to 400 kg static.
3. One-Piece Aluminium Canopy — $3,000
The newest addition to the range, and the one most people are asking about. Where the steel canopy is panel-built, this is a genuine one-piece aluminium shell — no joins or welds along the main body — which keeps it at roughly 65 kg, noticeably lighter than a comparable steel canopy. On a plug-in hybrid ute, every kilogram off the canopy is a kilogram back in payload or efficiency.
Standout features:
- Seamless one-piece aluminium construction — approx. 65 kg
- Gullwing doors with glass windows and gas struts, same access as the steel canopy
- 150 kg dynamic / 300 kg static roof rating
- Black powder-coat finish, key-lockable doors, removable ventilation vent
Best for: weight-conscious tourers, and anyone stacking a canopy on top of other accessories — drawers, a fridge slide, roof platform, water tank — where payload margin is tight. It's the middle price point of the three, but the lightest by a clear margin.
Availability: the aluminium canopy is back in stock the week of 18 August 2026. Orders placed now will be fulfilled as soon as stock lands.
Which BYD Shark 6 canopy should you choose?
- Want the closest-to-factory look, colour-matched to your ute? → Force Pro Fibreglass
- Need the highest load rating and lowest price? → Stainless Steel
- Chasing the lowest weight for touring or payload-sensitive builds? → One-Piece Aluminium
If your Shark 6 is doing genuine work — job sites, towing, rough tracks — the steel canopy's strength and price make it the practical pick. If you're building a touring rig where payload is precious, the aluminium canopy is worth the wait. And if you want your ute to look showroom-fresh, the colour-matched Force Pro is the only one of the three that does that.
Not sure a full canopy is right for you?
A canopy isn't the only tub protection option for the Shark 6. If you want lower-profile coverage rather than full-height storage, it's worth comparing against the REVOLVER hard rolling tonneau cover, the hard lid, or the soft tri-fold tonneau cover — all fitted specifically for the Shark 6 tub. For a broader look at what else owners are adding, see our BYD Shark 6 accessories guide, and if budget is the main question, our ute canopy pricing guide breaks down what drives canopy costs across the market.
Frequently asked questions
Is a BYD Shark 6 canopy easy to fit?
All three canopies use no-drill installation — clamp-on for the Force Pro, bolt-on for the steel and aluminium canopies — with hardware and instructions included. We also offer fitment at our Moorabbin, Melbourne workshop if you'd rather not DIY it.
Which BYD Shark 6 canopy is the lightest?
The one-piece aluminium canopy, at approximately 65 kg, is the lightest of the three. It's a meaningful weight saving over a comparable steel build, which matters if you're already carrying drawers, a fridge, or roof-rack gear.
Which canopy has the strongest roof load rating?
The stainless steel canopy has the highest static roof rating at 400 kg, ahead of the aluminium (300 kg) and Force Pro (100 kg) — worth checking if you're planning to mount a rooftop tent.
Can I get a colour-matched canopy for my Shark 6?
Only the Force Pro fibreglass canopy is available colour-matched, currently in five factory colours. The steel and aluminium canopies are black powder-coat only.
When will the aluminium canopy be back in stock?
Stock is expected the week of 18 August 2026. You can order ahead of arrival for dispatch as soon as it lands.
All three canopies are designed specifically for the 2025+ BYD Shark 6 dual cab and can be fitted at our Moorabbin, Melbourne workshop or delivered Australia-wide. Still unsure which build suits your setup? Get in touch and we'll talk it through based on how you actually use the ute.