M Awning Roof Top Tent Camper Trailer 4wd 4x4 Side Car Rack
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Contents1 Our Recommendation for the Best 4WD Awning Australia 2022: Darche Eclipse Range2 The Best Car Awning – Why Buy One Anyway?3 The Best 4X4 Awning 2022 Comparison Table4 How to Choose the Best 4WD Shade Awning4.1 Size4.2 Side, Rear or Batwing / Foxwing Awning4.3 Quality of Material and Fittings4.4 Attachments / Accessories4.5 Weight5 The Best 4X4 Shade Awning Reviews 20225.1 Darche Awning: Eclipse Range Review5.2 Darche Kozi Awning Range Review5.3 Rhino Rack Batwing 270 Awning Review5.4 Oztent Foxwing Awning Range Review5.5 Supa Peg Awning Range5.6 XTM Awning Range Review5.7 Bushwakka Extreme Awning Review5.8 Adventure Kings Awning Range Review5.9 Drivetech Awning Review5.10 Related posts:
If you’re not too keen on reading our complete guide and just want our quick recommendation for an excellent 4WD awning, then we suggest one from the Darche Eclipse range.
Renegade Industrial 2.0 X 2.5m Retractable 4x4 Side Awning
This range has various sized car awnings to choose from, including side, rear and the monster 270, which provides a huge amount of shelter. In addition, these vehicle awnings are made from high quality materials to last for years and years and are lightweight, allowing for plenty of other items on your roof racks.
We have the side 2 x 2.5 metre Darche Eclipse and have found it a great vehicle awning. It’s super quick and easy to put up as well as pack away. Everything is kept in the heavy duty transit cover – so you always have shelter on hand wherever you end up. You also have the option of adding other accessories such as walls, tents and extensions for even more shade.
Having a 4X4 roof awning permanently fixed to your vehicle is such a convenient way to transport shelter. There is no need to remember to pack a gazebo or similar shade when you head out, nor do you need to worry about losing any space in the back of your car.
Eezi Awn Series 2000 'spoyla' 4wd Awning
If you’re still on the fence about buying a 4WD car awning, here are a couple of reasons and situations to convince you otherwise:
Before we get started on how to choose the best roof rack awning for you, below we’ve compiled a quick comparison table so you can see all the different 4X4 roof top awnings that are reviewed later in the guide.
The table helps you easily compare the 4WD pull out awning options and their features side by side. Keep reading below for the full reviews.
Rhino Rack Batwing Awning
To start with, you’re probably going to want to think about what size awning to purchase. The best size of your awning really comes down to what you’d like to put under it and your vehicle.
When thinking about the size, consider who will likely seek shelter under the awning. Will it be just you and a mate, or will you have your entire family under there? Will you just be having some chairs under there, or are you wanting enough space for a table and BBQ too?
Take some time to consider what you’d like to fit under the 4X4 pull out awning and make sure you go for the right size. There is no point opting for a cheap 4WD awning that is too small for your situation – it will end up just being a waste of money and you may well need to bring extra shade with you.
Tembo 4x4 Awning 2x2m
You’ll also need to consider the size of your vehicle and ensure the awning will fit on. If the awning is too long, it may stick out either side of your car, which may get stuck on branches or even be unsafe if it sticks out too much.
There is a range of different sizes when it comes to a 4WD retractable awning, so you’ll be able to find the perfect size regardless of your situation.
Once you’ve determined the size, you’ll want to consider where you want the shade. For example, do you want shade at the side of your vehicle (which is most common), the rear of your vehicle or both?
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A 4X4 side awning tends to be most common – this provides you with shelter along the side of your vehicle. However, another option is to mount the awning at the rear of your car – which can be handy if you have a slide out kitchen and so you can have shelter while you’re preparing lunch etc.
Batwing or Foxwing awnings are side mounted awnings and are massive, coming out between 180 to 270 degrees, covering both the side and the rear. These are perfect for those that want plenty of coverage. They cost far more than a side or rear mounted awning but are brilliant for large families.
As you’re looking for shelter to keep you protected from the elements, you’re going to want to ensure you purchase one of the good quality awnings for cars that are made from high quality material.
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Most 4×4 awnings are made from ripstop polyester cotton, which comes in various weights and is measured by GSM (grams per square metre). So if you’re after a good quality car shade awning, look for ones around 250 gsm.
Also, look for awnings with features such as UV resistant or have a reflective layer – these special coatings help keep the awning protected safe from the harsh sun, as well as keeping you protected from the sun and lower temperatures under the awning.
Of course, you also want a waterproof awning – what’s the point if it’s just going to leak when it rains. Check whether the awning is marked as waterproof – and mould resistant is a good feature to look for too.
Ironman 4x4 Deltawing 270° Awning Xtr 71 (2.0m)
As well as the awning material, you also want quality fittings such as stainless steel or lightweight aluminium poles and cast metal hinges and fittings. Avoid plastic fittings if possible.
Some awnings come with the option to add a range of accessories. For example, you can add walls to give you additional protection from the elements or even completely enclose it, so it’s a 4WD awning tent and you can sleep in there. Another useful accessory for use in Queensland is a mozzie net.
You might also want to consider the weight of the awning. All vehicles have a maximum carry load for the roof, and while you’re unlikely to go anywhere near that with the best awning 4X4 option if you plan on carrying other things on the roof of your vehicle, you’ll want to get something that is lightweight.
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Darche is a well known brand for making top quality camping and outdoor gear, and their Eclipse range of awnings is no exception. The Darche Awning Eclipse range comes in different sizes and is simple to set up and pack down, making them one of the best awnings around.
No matter the size you’re after, no doubt it’s available in the Darche Eclipse range. Two sizes are available for a side awning, including the 2 x 2.5 metres or the larger 2.5 x 2.5 metres. Then you’ve got a side or rear 180 degree awning and lastly, the huge 270 degree side awning, which swings out along the vehicle around to the back using the aluminium swivel hinge system.
Most of the poles on these retractable 4WD awnings are integrated and once set up; you’ll get a massive 11.5m2 of shelter if you go with the largest size.
Ironman 4x4 Awning Xtra (suits 8' Awning)
The Eclipse 4X4 awning range is made from high quality materials. It features a heavy duty 320gsm polyester cotton ripstop canvas, a lightweight yet strong box tube alloy rafter system, and a heavy-duty steel and alloy swivel hinge system. Around the side of the awning is a continuous skirt which provides a little additional protection from the rain, and it can also be set up with other 4WD awning walls, a tent or an annexe.
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