GWM Cannon Alpha: slide-on camper payload

GWM Cannon Alpha has a recorded GVM of 3,310 kg to 3,495 kg. Kerb mass is 2,489 kg to 2,810 kg; payload calculated as GVM minus that mass is 685 kg to 821 kg across 5 recorded variants. After a stated 390 kg allowance for occupants, accessories and gear, the remaining camper load allowance is 295 kg to 431 kg. [1]

What the allowance assumes

We subtract 160 kg for occupants, 150 kg for accessories and 80 kg for luggage and gear: 390 kg total. These are assumptions, not measured weights. Published mass bases differ; some already include a driver or fuel. Avoid counting those twice when entering your actual weights.

This is remaining mass allowance, not an approved camper dry weight. Allow for any excluded tray or body, mounting frame, water and camper equipment. No camper fitment verdict is available without verified camper mass, dimensions and centre of gravity.

Change the assumptions in the weight calculator. Enter your occupant, accessory and gear weights there; these assumptions are not automatically filled.

Recorded variants, highest calculated payload first

Model years: 2025. Match your exact variant and mass basis. “Verified” describes the research record, not approval for a camper.

All figures in kilograms unless stated. Sources and review status apply to each row.
Variant / yearGVM / GCMKerb massPayload / allowanceTray / axle limitsSource and caveats
Lux Turbo Diesel2025 · dual cab · 4x4 on-demandCalculate Lux Turbo Diesel 20253,310 kgGCM: 6,555 kg2,489 kgPublished kerb weightCalculated: 821 kgPublished payload: 821 kgAfter 390 kg: 431 kgArithmetic: matches published payloadPickup tub; a tray conversion needs new mass and dimensions.Front axle limit: 1,680 kg
Rear axle limit: 2,250 kg		[1] Cannon Alpha BrochureOfficial brochure; live-grade availability unclear: Lux Turbo Diesel Pick-up tubsource verifiedLoad body as published: Pick-up tub. Manufacturer drivetrain description: Torque-on-demand 4WD. Leaf-spring rear suspension. The current live page emphasises Ultra diesel and PHEV grades; dealer availability should be checked. Tub-compatible camper only unless engineered tray conversion is verified.Official Australian brochure. Verified directly. Two 3.0 turbo-diesel grades are listed without a mass table and are not recorded.
Ultra Turbo Diesel2025 · dual cab · 4x4 on-demandCalculate Ultra Turbo Diesel 20253,310 kgGCM: 6,555 kg2,550 kgPublished kerb weightCalculated: 760 kgPublished payload: 760 kgAfter 390 kg: 370 kgArithmetic: matches published payloadPickup tub; a tray conversion needs new mass and dimensions.Front axle limit: 1,680 kg
Rear axle limit: 2,250 kg		[1] Cannon Alpha BrochureOfficial current brochure: Ultra Turbo Diesel Pick-up tubsource verifiedLoad body as published: Pick-up tub. Manufacturer drivetrain description: Torque-on-demand 4WD. Leaf-spring rear suspension; 60/40 split-swing tailgate. Tub-compatible camper only unless engineered tray conversion is verified.Official Australian brochure. Verified directly. Two 3.0 turbo-diesel grades are listed without a mass table and are not recorded.
Ultra HEV2025 · dual cab · 4x4 on-demandCalculate Ultra HEV 20253,310 kgGCM: 6,555 kg2,575 kgPublished kerb weightCalculated: 735 kgPublished payload: 735 kgAfter 390 kg: 345 kgArithmetic: matches published payloadPickup tub; a tray conversion needs new mass and dimensions.Front axle limit: 1,680 kg
Rear axle limit: 2,250 kg		[1] Cannon Alpha BrochureOfficial brochure; live-grade availability unclear: Ultra HEV Pick-up tubsource verifiedLoad body as published: Pick-up tub. Manufacturer drivetrain description: Torque-on-demand 4WD. Leaf-spring rear suspension. Confirm new-order availability with GWM. Tub-compatible camper only unless engineered tray conversion is verified.Official Australian brochure. Verified directly. Two 3.0 turbo-diesel grades are listed without a mass table and are not recorded.
Lux PHEV2025 · dual cab · 4x4 on-demandCalculate Lux PHEV 20253,495 kgGCM: 6,745 kg2,810 kgPublished kerb weightCalculated: 685 kgPublished payload: 685 kgAfter 390 kg: 295 kgArithmetic: matches published payloadPickup tub; a tray conversion needs new mass and dimensions.Front axle limit: 1,680 kg
Rear axle limit: 2,250 kg		[1] Cannon Alpha BrochureOfficial current brochure: Lux PHEV Pick-up tubsource verifiedLoad body as published: Pick-up tub. Manufacturer drivetrain description: Torque-on-demand 4WD. 37.11 kWh battery; 115 km NEDC EV range; 7.9 L/100 km low-charge figure; 6 kW V2L; multi-link coil rear suspension. Tub-compatible camper only unless engineered tray conversion is verified.Official Australian brochure. Verified directly. Two 3.0 turbo-diesel grades are listed without a mass table and are not recorded.
Ultra PHEV2025 · dual cab · 4x4 on-demandCalculate Ultra PHEV 20253,495 kgGCM: 6,745 kg2,810 kgPublished kerb weightCalculated: 685 kgPublished payload: 685 kgAfter 390 kg: 295 kgArithmetic: matches published payloadPickup tub; a tray conversion needs new mass and dimensions.Front axle limit: 1,680 kg
Rear axle limit: 2,250 kg		[1] Cannon Alpha BrochureOfficial current brochure: Ultra PHEV Pick-up tubsource verifiedLoad body as published: Pick-up tub. Manufacturer drivetrain description: Torque-on-demand 4WD. 37.11 kWh battery; 115 km NEDC EV range; 7.9 L/100 km low-charge figure; 6 kW V2L; multi-link coil rear suspension. Tub-compatible camper only unless engineered tray conversion is verified.Official Australian brochure. Verified directly. Two 3.0 turbo-diesel grades are listed without a mass table and are not recorded.

Rear axle headroom cannot be calculated from these records: the rear GAWR is a limit, but the kerb front/rear axle split is not recorded. A weighbridge measurement of each axle is needed.

GVM upgrade arithmetic

If GCM stays unchanged, each extra kilogram of loaded vehicle mass leaves one kilogram less under GCM for a trailer. The GWM Cannon Alpha table uses published GCM minus hypothetical GVM; it does not certify an upgrade or override the published towing limit. No certified upgrade figures are recorded. The increments below are illustrative scenarios, not available or approved upgrades. They assume the vehicle is loaded to the stated hypothetical GVM and GCM stays unchanged.

Combination-mass allowance for a trailer at full GVM, before towing and other limits
VariantPublished GCMAt stock GVMGVM +150 kgGVM +300 kgGVM +500 kgPublished braked towing limit
Lux Turbo Diesel · 2025 · dual cab · 4x4 on-demandVariant and source [1]6,555 kg3,245 kgGVM 3,310 kg3,095 kgHypothetical GVM 3,460 kg2,945 kgHypothetical GVM 3,610 kg2,745 kgHypothetical GVM 3,810 kg3,500 kg
Ultra Turbo Diesel · 2025 · dual cab · 4x4 on-demandVariant and source [1]6,555 kg3,245 kgGVM 3,310 kg3,095 kgHypothetical GVM 3,460 kg2,945 kgHypothetical GVM 3,610 kg2,745 kgHypothetical GVM 3,810 kg3,500 kg
Ultra HEV · 2025 · dual cab · 4x4 on-demandVariant and source [1]6,555 kg3,245 kgGVM 3,310 kg3,095 kgHypothetical GVM 3,460 kg2,945 kgHypothetical GVM 3,610 kg2,745 kgHypothetical GVM 3,810 kg3,500 kg
Lux PHEV · 2025 · dual cab · 4x4 on-demandVariant and source [1]6,745 kg3,250 kgGVM 3,495 kg3,100 kgHypothetical GVM 3,645 kg2,950 kgHypothetical GVM 3,795 kg2,750 kgHypothetical GVM 3,995 kg3,500 kg
Ultra PHEV · 2025 · dual cab · 4x4 on-demandVariant and source [1]6,745 kg3,250 kgGVM 3,495 kg3,100 kgHypothetical GVM 3,645 kg2,950 kgHypothetical GVM 3,795 kg2,750 kgHypothetical GVM 3,995 kg3,500 kg

A negative result means the hypothetical vehicle mass already exceeds GCM. A positive result is not permission to tow that mass: the manufacturer's towing rating, towbar, towball load, axle limits and actual certification also apply.

Manufacturer sources and currency

These are stored research figures, not a live check of current specifications. Access dates below identify when each source was recorded.

  1. Cannon Alpha Brochure — GWM Australia. Accessed 2026-08-18.

    Official Australian brochure. Verified directly. Two 3.0 turbo-diesel grades are listed without a mass table and are not recorded.

GWM Cannon Alpha payload questions

What is the payload of a GWM Cannon Alpha?

GWM Cannon Alpha has a recorded GVM of 3,310 kg to 3,495 kg. Kerb mass is 2,489 kg to 2,810 kg; payload calculated as GVM minus that mass is 685 kg to 821 kg across 5 recorded variants. After a stated 390 kg allowance for occupants, accessories and gear, the remaining camper load allowance is 295 kg to 431 kg.

How much can a GWM Cannon Alpha carry with a slide-on camper?

The calculated allowance is 295 kg to 431 kg after 160 kg for occupants, 150 kg for accessories and 80 kg for gear. Any tray or body excluded from the recorded mass, camper water and camper equipment still have to be allowed for. This is not a camper fitment verdict.

Does a GVM upgrade reduce a GWM Cannon Alpha's towing capacity?

If GCM stays unchanged, each extra kilogram of loaded vehicle mass leaves one kilogram less under GCM for a trailer. The GWM Cannon Alpha table uses published GCM minus hypothetical GVM; it does not certify an upgrade or override the published towing limit.

Check your actual weights in the calculator

This tool provides an estimate only. Final suitability depends on your exact vehicle variant, compliance plate, manufacturer specifications, towbar rating, axle limits, tyre ratings, accessories, real loaded weights and certified weighbridge results. Beyond RV weighs your vehicle at the factory before build, and those figures decide the final answer.

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