The Bush Company 180XT MAX Awning | Freestanding | No Poles
The 180 XT MAX Awning by The Bush Company is a heavy-duty, freestanding 4WD awning designed for rigorous off-road touring and rooftop tent setups. Providing a massive 8.53m² of coverage, its robust truss-arm frame deploys instantly without the need for support poles.
Built with durable 315gsm rip-stop polycotton canvas and a powder-coated aluminium frame, the awning offers premium strength and weather resistance. It features a 50mm Velcro strip for modular wall integration, making it ideal for overlanding, remote touring, and flexible off-grid shelter.
Description
180 XT MAX Awning | Freestanding Awning
The 180 XT MAX Awning by The Bush Company is a premium freestanding 4WD awning engineered for harsh Australian conditions. With its robust, no-pole design, this heavy-duty polycotton awning is built for serious overlanding, remote touring, and expedition travel. Designed for seamless compatibility with Bush Company rooftop tents and modular wall kits, it offers a complete weather protection system for off-grid environments.
Freestanding Design for Fast, Pole-Free Setup
The 180 XT MAX Awning features a heavy-duty truss-arm system that deploys without upright poles, reducing setup time and improving campsite efficiency. Awning arms swing into position in seconds with no additional support needed for deployment. This freestanding design enhances mobility around the vehicle, removes trip hazards, and eliminates the need to peg out during calm conditions—ideal for quick stops or challenging terrain.
Expedition-Grade Materials and Construction
Crafted from rip-stop polycotton canvas with a high waterhead rating and UV-resistant treatment, the awning provides excellent protection against intense sun, wind, and rain. The powder-coated aluminium frame and stainless steel hinges offer superior corrosion resistance and structural durability in salt spray, red dust, and high-wind zones. Double-stitched seams and reinforced stress points extend service life for full-time touring use.
Broad Shade and Weather Protection
The awning provides ample usable shade, sheltering gear, cooking setups, and social areas with ease. Its broad coverage across the side of your vehicle ensures protection for rooftop tents, side kitchens, and recovery zones. The packed size allows mounting on most roof racks without excessive overhang, balancing function with a sleek profile.
Modular Wall Compatibility with Velcro Integration
A 50mm looped Velcro strip runs along the interior edge of the awning, allowing optional walls to attach securely and create a full weatherproof enclosure. The awning is compatible with The Bush Company’s canvas and mesh universal wall kits, and the full 180 XT MAX Wall Kits offering the flexibility to build custom shade rooms, windbreaks, or fully enclosed shelters for privacy, bug control, and rain protection. This modular system supports seasonal adaptability and expedition planning.
Vehicle Integration and Mounting Flexibility
Supplied heavy-duty adjustable L-brackets enable secure installation on most roof racks and load bars. The awning integrates seamlessly with Bush Company rooftop tents when used in conjunction with an optional Awning-to-Tent bracket set. This compatibility ensures a low-profile, unified setup across your camping system.
Designed for Harsh Environments and Off-Grid Touring
Built for weather conditions ranging from tropical downpours to desert sun and high winds, it withstands Australia’s most demanding overlanding environments. Whether you’re setting up in coastal humidity, red-dust plains, or alpine winds, the 180 XT MAX Awning delivers consistent shelter and convenience.
Usage Guidance and Recommendations
- It is recommended that the front and rear non-trussed arms are secured using the included guy ropes and pegs to prevent excessive upward movement in all weather conditions.
- Use guy ropes attached to 1-tonne webbing straps between the awning arms to manage water runoff and prevent pooling in heavy rain.
- Avoid leaving up during snowfall to prevent canvas stretching.
Installation Service Available in Stapylton, QLD
For next-level Peace of Mind Touring, our team offers professional installation of your 180 XT MAX Awning. Get Off Grid provides professional, precision installation at our workshop in Stapylton, QLD. Ensure your setup is perfectly fitted, torqued, and adventure-ready right from the start. Contact us today to book your installation slot.
Specifications
Shade Coverage Area: 8.53m²
Full Deployment Span: 5.84m (Maximum side length covered)
Packed Length (Vehicle): 2.3m
Weight (Approximate): 26kg
Canvas Material: 315gsm Rip-Stop Polycotton
Canvas Water Rating: 1500mm Waterhead Rating
Frame/Hinges: Powder-coated aluminium frame and stainless steel hinges
Minimum Mounting Width: 1.9m required between mounting brackets
Wall Integration: 50mm internal Velcro strip for optional modular wall kits
Awning Bag: Heavy-duty PVC awning bag, generously sized, UV and heat-stabilized.
Inclusions: Freestanding truss-arm system, L-brackets for mounting, guy ropes, and pegs.
Ideal For: 4WD travellers, overlanders, and expedition crews who require a freestanding awning with high UV protection and modular adaptability.
180 XT MAX Awning | Freestanding Awning
The 180 XT MAX Awning by The Bush Company is a premium freestanding 4WD awning engineered for harsh Australian conditions. With its robust, no-pole design, this heavy-duty polycotton awning is built for serious overlanding, remote touring, and expedition travel. Designed for seamless compatibility with Bush Company rooftop tents and modular wall kits, it offers a complete weather protection system for off-grid environments.
Freestanding Design for Fast, Pole-Free Setup
The 180 XT MAX Awning features a heavy-duty truss-arm system that deploys without upright poles, reducing setup time and improving campsite efficiency. Awning arms swing into position in seconds with no additional support needed for deployment. This freestanding design enhances mobility around the vehicle, removes trip hazards, and eliminates the need to peg out during calm conditions—ideal for quick stops or challenging terrain.
Expedition-Grade Materials and Construction
Crafted from rip-stop polycotton canvas with a high waterhead rating and UV-resistant treatment, the awning provides excellent protection against intense sun, wind, and rain. The powder-coated aluminium frame and stainless steel hinges offer superior corrosion resistance and structural durability in salt spray, red dust, and high-wind zones. Double-stitched seams and reinforced stress points extend service life for full-time touring use.
Broad Shade and Weather Protection
The awning provides ample usable shade, sheltering gear, cooking setups, and social areas with ease. Its broad coverage across the side of your vehicle ensures protection for rooftop tents, side kitchens, and recovery zones. The packed size allows mounting on most roof racks without excessive overhang, balancing function with a sleek profile.
Modular Wall Compatibility with Velcro Integration
A 50mm looped Velcro strip runs along the interior edge of the awning, allowing optional walls to attach securely and create a full weatherproof enclosure. The awning is compatible with The Bush Company’s canvas and mesh universal wall kits, and the full 180 XT MAX Wall Kits offering the flexibility to build custom shade rooms, windbreaks, or fully enclosed shelters for privacy, bug control, and rain protection. This modular system supports seasonal adaptability and expedition planning.
Vehicle Integration and Mounting Flexibility
Supplied heavy-duty adjustable L-brackets enable secure installation on most roof racks and load bars. The awning integrates seamlessly with Bush Company rooftop tents when used in conjunction with an optional Awning-to-Tent bracket set. This compatibility ensures a low-profile, unified setup across your camping system.
Designed for Harsh Environments and Off-Grid Touring
Built for weather conditions ranging from tropical downpours to desert sun and high winds, it withstands Australia’s most demanding overlanding environments. Whether you’re setting up in coastal humidity, red-dust plains, or alpine winds, the 180 XT MAX Awning delivers consistent shelter and convenience.
Usage Guidance and Recommendations
- It is recommended that the front and rear non-trussed arms are secured using the included guy ropes and pegs to prevent excessive upward movement in all weather conditions.
- Use guy ropes attached to 1-tonne webbing straps between the awning arms to manage water runoff and prevent pooling in heavy rain.
- Avoid leaving up during snowfall to prevent canvas stretching.
Installation Service Available in Stapylton, QLD
For next-level Peace of Mind Touring, our team offers professional installation of your 180 XT MAX Awning. Get Off Grid provides professional, precision installation at our workshop in Stapylton, QLD. Ensure your setup is perfectly fitted, torqued, and adventure-ready right from the start. Contact us today to book your installation slot.
Shade Coverage Area: 8.53m²
Full Deployment Span: 5.84m (Maximum side length covered)
Packed Length (Vehicle): 2.3m
Weight (Approximate): 26kg
Canvas Material: 315gsm Rip-Stop Polycotton
Canvas Water Rating: 1500mm Waterhead Rating
Frame/Hinges: Powder-coated aluminium frame and stainless steel hinges
Minimum Mounting Width: 1.9m required between mounting brackets
Wall Integration: 50mm internal Velcro strip for optional modular wall kits
Awning Bag: Heavy-duty PVC awning bag, generously sized, UV and heat-stabilized.
Inclusions: Freestanding truss-arm system, L-brackets for mounting, guy ropes, and pegs.
Ideal For: 4WD travellers, overlanders, and expedition crews who require a freestanding awning with high UV protection and modular adaptability.