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Hilux N140/N170 (1997-2005): budget drawer and canopy layout guide
Building drawers or a sleeping platform in a Toyota Hilux N140/N170 (1997-2005) on a budget? Here are the real ute tub measurements we've got on record, a rough ply cost in NZD and AUD, and some simple layout ideas that work in this vehicle. Measure your own before you cut. Liners, trims and model years all change the numbers.
This vehicle isn't in the planner yet because we're missing a floor length or arch width. If you've measured yours, those numbers are exactly what we need.
Open the planner anywayUte tub dimensions
| Tub floor length | 1355 mm |
|---|---|
| Width between wheel arches | not yet measured |
| Max floor width | 1465 mm |
| Tub depth | 405 mm |
| Tailgate opening width | not yet measured |
| Floor height from ground | 890 mm |
| Variant: 4WD Single cab (UK) | tub length 2160 mm, tub max width 1465 mm, tub depth 405 mm, floor height 890 mm |
| Variant: 2WD Extra cab (UK) | tub length 1855 mm, tub max width 1450 mm, tub depth 405 mm, floor height 710 mm |
| Payload | not yet measured |
| Kerb weight | not yet measured |
"Not yet measured" means we haven't found a trustworthy source. We don't guess.
Cheapest ply cost estimate
We can't give a ply estimate yet because the floor length or the width between the arches is not yet measured for this vehicle. Measure yours and use these sheet prices: NZ 12 mm NZ$57.50, 18 mm NZ$89.90 (Bunnings NZ); AU 12 mm A$46.00, 17 mm A$71.40 (Bunnings AU). A typical twin drawer unit uses 2–3 sheets of 12 mm plus one thicker sheet for the top.
Budget layout ideas
- A twin drawer unit across the tub floor between the arches, roughly 250–300 mm tall so a canopy still has room above it.
- A fridge slide on one side and a single wide drawer on the other is the classic canopy layout.
- Use the arch-top shelves beside the drawers for water, a battery box or tie-down points.
- Ute payloads disappear fast. Add up the drawers, fridge, water and canopy before you buy anything heavy.
Help fill the gaps: measure your rig
Common questions
What size is the Hilux N140/N170 (1997-2005) ute tub?
From our sourced data: floor dimensions not yet measured. Always measure your own vehicle before cutting, as tubs, trims and liners vary.
How much does it cost to build DIY drawers for a Hilux N140/N170 (1997-2005)?
We don't have enough measurements to estimate it yet. A typical twin drawer unit uses 2–3 sheets of 12 mm ply (NZ$57.50 or A$46 each at Bunnings) plus one 18/17 mm top sheet (NZ$89.90 or A$71.40).
Will a standard drawer unit fit in a Hilux N140/N170 (1997-2005)?
We don't have the width between the arches yet, so measure that first. It decides how wide your drawers can be.