GWM 1800mm Tray Toolbox Setup with Twin Toolboxes and Mesh Gates

This GWM 1800mm tray toolbox setup was designed for an owner who needed more than two identical storage boxes. Built on a GWM Cannon, the package combines an 1800mm aluminium tray, two toolboxes with completely different internal layouts, a centre storage area with front and rear mesh gates, under-tray toolboxes, mudguards and a full-length roof rack.

Finished in a clean black-and-white colour scheme, the completed build provides several ways to organise tools and larger equipment while keeping the overall setup balanced and easy to access.

What Is Included in This GWM 1800mm Tray Toolbox Setup?

The foundation of the build is a GWM Cannon 1800mm tray, providing a practical platform for the two enclosed toolboxes and the storage area between them.

The complete setup includes:

• 1800mm aluminium ute tray
• Two toolboxes with different internal storage layouts
• Three small drawers inside one toolbox
• Separate upper and lower storage inside the other toolbox
• Centre storage area between the toolboxes
• Front and rear mesh gates
• Full-length roof rack
• Under-tray toolboxes
• Mudguards
• Integrated rear lights
• Coordinated black-and-white finish

Rather than treating each part as a separate addition, the components have been arranged as one complete GWM Cannon tray and toolbox setup.

Two Toolboxes with Different Storage Layouts

One of the most useful details in this build is that the two toolboxes do not have matching interiors. Each side is configured for a different type of storage.

Toolbox with Three Drawers and Open Storage

The first toolbox includes three smaller pull-out drawers and one large open storage compartment.

The drawers provide dedicated space for smaller tools, fittings and accessories that could otherwise become mixed together at the bottom of a large toolbox. Pulling out an individual drawer also makes it easier to reach the contents without unloading everything stored in front.

Beside the drawers is a larger open compartment for bulkier equipment. This combination gives the owner organised small-item storage without losing the flexibility of an open space.

For anyone comparing different ute toolbox with drawers designs, this layout offers a practical balance between organisation and usable capacity.

Toolbox with Upper and Lower Storage

The toolbox on the opposite side uses a divided upper-and-lower storage arrangement.

Separating the compartment into two levels helps reduce stacking and makes better use of the available height. Equipment can be organised according to size, purpose or frequency of use, rather than placing everything into one deep compartment.

The upper section keeps selected items within easy reach, while the lower section provides a separate area for larger or heavier equipment.

Together, these two different layouts make the dual toolbox ute setup more versatile than a pair of identical boxes.

Centre Storage with Front and Rear Mesh Gates

The space between the two toolboxes has been converted into another useful storage area. It is enclosed by mesh gates at both the front and rear, allowing the compartment to be accessed from either end.

This centre section can accommodate larger or awkwardly shaped equipment that may not fit neatly into the drawers or divided toolbox compartments. The mesh construction helps keep stored items contained while maintaining visibility and airflow.

Front and rear access also means the owner is not limited to loading equipment from only one side. Depending on how the vehicle is parked or what is already loaded, the most convenient gate can be used.

This is a particularly practical feature of the aluminium ute tray storage setup, as it turns the gap between the two toolboxes into a functional part of the build.

Roof Rack for Longer and Oversized Gear

A full-length roof rack is fitted across the top of the toolbox system. It adds another carrying area without taking up space inside the enclosed compartments or centre storage section.

Longer or oversized equipment can be carried above the toolboxes, leaving the drawers and internal compartments available for gear that needs to remain enclosed.

The rack also follows the length and shape of the storage system below, helping it look like an integrated part of the build rather than an unrelated accessory.

Under-Tray Toolboxes for Additional Storage

The tray package also includes under-tray toolboxes positioned below the main deck. These compartments make use of space that would otherwise remain empty while keeping extra equipment separate from the larger storage areas above.

Under-tray storage can be useful for frequently accessed accessories or items that do not need to occupy the main toolboxes. Because the compartments are mounted lower on the vehicle, the owner can retrieve their contents without opening the upper toolbox doors.

Combined with the drawers, divided compartments and mesh-gate storage area, the under-tray boxes give this custom GWM Cannon tray setup several distinct storage zones.

Mudguards and Integrated Rear Details

The 1800mm tray is completed with fitted mudguards and integrated rear lighting. These components help give the tray a finished appearance while supporting the practical requirements of the vehicle.

The darker tray, mudguards, handles, mesh gates and rack contrast with the white toolbox panels and vehicle body. This creates a bold black-and-white finish without making the build look overly complicated.

The consistent positioning of the toolboxes, centre compartment and roof rack also helps the entire rear setup appear balanced from both sides.

Why Use Two Different Toolbox Configurations?

Two identical toolboxes can create a symmetrical appearance, but they may not provide the best storage for every owner.

This build takes a more practical approach:

• The drawers keep smaller items organised.
• The large open compartment accommodates bulkier equipment.
• The upper-and-lower toolbox reduces unnecessary stacking.
• The centre mesh section holds larger or irregularly shaped gear.
• The under-tray boxes provide separate lower storage.
• The roof rack creates space for longer equipment.

Instead of forcing every item into the same type of compartment, the vehicle provides a suitable storage area for different equipment sizes and access needs.

That flexibility is the main advantage of this ute tray with twin toolboxes.

Designed for Easier Everyday Access

Storage capacity is only useful when the equipment can be reached easily. This GWM Cannon build provides access through drawers, side-opening toolbox doors, front and rear mesh gates and independent under-tray compartments.

The owner does not have to open every compartment or unload larger items just to retrieve a small tool. Each storage zone has a specific purpose, helping reduce clutter and making equipment easier to locate during the working day.

It is a straightforward layout, but every section of the tray has been used carefully.

A Purpose-Built GWM Cannon Tray and Toolbox Setup

This GWM 1800mm tray toolbox setup shows how different storage styles can work together on one vehicle. The two toolboxes provide separate drawer, open and divided storage, while the centre compartment adds front-and-rear access through mesh gates.

With the roof rack, under-tray toolboxes, mudguards and coordinated black-and-white finish included, the completed GWM Cannon offers a practical mix of enclosed storage, open carrying capacity and organised access.

Rather than using the same toolbox configuration on both sides, this build has been planned around the way different equipment needs to be carried. The result is a distinctive and highly functional GWM Cannon setup suitable for work, travel and everyday use.

Looking for a similar setup for your GWM Cannon? Contact EZToolBox QLD to discuss an aluminium tray and toolbox package based on your vehicle, storage requirements and preferred internal layout.