A Fortress of Lightness. Precision-Engineered for the Modern RAM.
The modern RAM 1500 is a masterpiece of comfort and capability. The Tkmato Aluminum Expedition Canopy is designed to complement that excellence. Moving away from heavy, cumbersome steel alternatives, we utilize high-tensile 6000-series aerospace aluminum to create a structural vault that is as light as it is indestructible.
By choosing an all-aluminum architecture, you preserve the RAM’s sophisticated ride quality and fuel efficiency while gaining an unmatched level of security and utility. It isn't just a truck cap—it’s a mission-ready upgrade for the most demanding environments.
Visual Deterrence: The windowless solid aluminum side panels ensure your valuable tools, camping essentials, and recovery gear remain completely hidden from outside view.
Structural Integrity: Unlike fiberglass or glass-windowed shells, our reinforced panels provide a rigid physical barrier against forced entry and trail impacts.
Total Bed Command: Large-format side doors lift effortlessly via heavy-duty gas struts, allowing you to access gear at the front of the bed from the side. No more climbing into the bed to find your equipment.
Unified Locking: Each door is equipped with weather-sealed, high-security locks keyed to a single master key for quick and secure operation.
Precision Assembly: Our patented 5-piece modular system ensures a perfect, rattle-free fit. It ships flat for efficiency and assembles with standard tools in your own garage.
Future-Proof Repairability: Trail accidents happen. Our modular design allows you to replace a single panel rather than an entire canopy, keeping you on the road and saving you thousands in long-term costs.
Static Load (Parked): 850 lbs (385 kg) | Effortlessly supports a full-size hardshell rooftop tent and multiple occupants.
Dynamic Load (Moving): 450 lbs (205 kg) | Confidently carry heavy gear, lumber, or kayaks over the roughest North American backcountry trails.
Positive Pressure Vent: An integrated, filtered intake creates higher air pressure inside the bed than outside, effectively "pushing out" dust and silt on dry, unpaved roads.
EPDM Automotive Seals: High-grade weather stripping ensures your cargo stays dry during high-pressure washes and heavy mountain snowstorms.
| Attribute | Specification |
| Application | RAM 1500 (5th Gen / DT Models) |
| Year Compatibility | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| Bed Fitment | 5.5 ft Short Bed |
| Primary Material | High-Tensile 6000-Series Aerospace Aluminum |
| Finish | Zero-Fade UV-Stable Matte Black Powder Coat |
| Side Doors | Solid Aluminum (Windowless) |
| Weight | ~135 lbs (61 kg) |
| Installation | No-Drill Proprietary J-Clamp System |
| Roof Rails | Integrated Dual T-Slot Tracks (Standard) |
Q: Will this fit my RAM 1500 with the 5'5" bed?
A: Yes, this unit is precision-contoured specifically for the 5th Generation (2019-2026) RAM 1500 with the 5.5ft short bed. (Note: Not compatible with RAM Classic or RAMBox models).
Q: Does the aluminum construction interfere with my truck's sensors or fuel economy?
A: Because it is roughly 40% lighter than steel caps, the Tkmato canopy helps maintain your factory fuel economy and ride comfort. It is designed to be aerodynamic and does not interfere with standard rear-view cameras or parking sensors.
Q: Can I install this myself?
A: Absolutely. Most customers complete the assembly and installation in 2-3 hours with basic hand tools. No drilling or permanent modification to your RAM is required.
Q: How do I mount crossbars or a tent?
A: Every Tkmato canopy comes standard with integrated T-slot roof rails. This allows you to bolt on almost any universal crossbar system or mount a rooftop tent directly to the roof structure.
Q: Is it rust-proof?
A: Yes. Unlike steel toppers that can rust if the paint is chipped, our 100% aluminum body is naturally corrosion-resistant, making it ideal for coastal areas or the snowy "Rust Belt."
For all orders exceeding a value of 200USD shipping is offered for free.
Returns will be accepted for up to 30 days of Customer’s receipt or tracking number on unworn items. You, as a Customer, are obliged to inform us via email before you return the item.
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Returns will be accepted for up to 30 days of Customer’s receipt or tracking number on unworn items. You, as a Customer, are obliged to inform us via email before you return the item, only in the case of:
– Received the wrong item.
– Item arrived not as expected (ie. damaged packaging).
– Item had defects.
– Over delivery time.
– The shipper does not allow the goods to be inspected before payment.
The returned product(s) must be in the original packaging, safety wrapped, undamaged and unworn. This means that the item(s) must be safely packed in a carton box for protection during transport, possibly the same carton used to ship to you as a customer.
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