Long Range Fuel Tanks

A long range fuel tank provides more onboard capacity for remote and outback travel where fuel stops are spread out. The right setup depends on the vehicle, current load, trip plan and whether a replacement or auxiliary layout is available. We stock Brown Davis options for the applications shown in this collection and fit suitable tanks at Ferntree Gully and Pakenham.

KEY CATEGORIES AND WHAT THEY'RE BUILT FOR

WHY LONG RANGE TANKS MATTER

A larger onboard fuel supply can make route planning more practical when roadhouses are widely spaced. It also reduces reliance on loose containers. Jerry cans can still have a place, but carrying them on a roof adds weight high on the vehicle and makes refuelling less convenient.

A long range fuel tank is most useful for vehicles that regularly travel beyond predictable fuel networks. It may be unnecessary for mainly local driving or trips where the factory range is already adequate. Capacity should always be considered alongside expected consumption, available payload and access to suitable fuel.

CHOOSE BY VEHICLE AND USE CASE

Brown Davis tank type and capacity depend on the vehicle. The applications currently represented in this collection are:

• Ford Ranger Next Gen (2022-present): 160 litre steel replacement long range fuel tank
• Isuzu D-MAX (2020-present): 145 litre steel replacement long range fuel tank
• Ford F-Series F250 and F350 (2017-present): 150 litre auxiliary or 230 litre replacement tank
• Toyota LandCruiser 79 Series Dual Cab (2012-present): 185 litre replacement or 110 litre independent-feed auxiliary tank

Match the listing to the exact vehicle before ordering. Model, year, body configuration and existing underbody modifications can affect whether a tank is suitable.

INDEPENDENT FEED VS SINGLE TANK

A replacement tank normally retains a single-tank operating layout. Fuel is drawn from the replacement tank and its sender works with the vehicle's level gauge. Day-to-day operation remains familiar, subject to the design of the selected application.

An independent-feed auxiliary setup retains two separate fuel supplies. Its own pickup, fuel line and selection switch add operating flexibility, but also make the installation and fuel management more involved. Neither layout is universally better. The right choice depends on what Brown Davis lists for the vehicle and how the owner wants to manage fuel.

STEEL TANK CONSTRUCTION

The Brown Davis range here uses vehicle-specific steel construction. Tank selection still requires more than choosing the largest capacity. Mounting position, exhaust and suspension clearance, sender arrangement, fuel-line routing and underbody protection all matter.

The tank and the additional fuel also consume payload. Review the vehicle's current loadout and available GVM capacity before ordering, particularly when accessories, towing load or a planned GVM upgrade are part of the build.

PAIRING WITH PRE-FILTERS AND DIESEL DIAGNOSTICS

A diesel pre-filter is worth considering when a touring vehicle may be filled from less familiar sources or hold fuel for longer periods. It can add protection against water and contamination before fuel reaches the injection system.

For remote touring builds, an engine monitor can also help the driver watch fuel consumption and engine diagnostics while travelling.

BRAND WE STOCK AND WHY

Brown Davis is the only brand represented in this collection. A Brown Davis long range tank is designed for a listed vehicle application rather than sold as a universal fit. That vehicle-specific approach is important when mounting, clearance, fuel sender operation and plumbing must work together.

Brown Davis represents its vehicle-specific tanks as ADR compliant. This is not blanket confirmation that every installation is legal in every state or territory. Check the current product documentation, the regulations that apply in your state and the proposed installation with our workshop.

NOT SURE WHICH TANK TO PICK?

If you are not sure which long range fuel tank suits your vehicle, reach out to our friendly staff before you order. Share the trip plan, current accessories, typical load and any planned GVM work to discuss the listed replacement fuel tank and auxiliary fuel tank options for the actual build.

WHAT A QUALITY LONG RANGE TANK INSTALLATION INVOLVES

Fuel tank installation requires the existing fuel to be handled safely and the tank to be properly supported. The mounting hardware, fuel lines, sender wiring and any auxiliary switching or transfer components must be connected for the selected application. The completed fuel system then needs to be primed and checked for leaks.

Our Ferntree Gully and Pakenham workshops handle long range fuel tank fitment from vehicle and tank confirmation through to completed-system checks. Send a service enquiry with the vehicle make, model, year, relevant modifications and preferred capacity. We will confirm the appropriate Brown Davis replacement fuel tank or auxiliary fuel tank, discuss compliance considerations and provide a quote and booking availability.

Submit a service enquiry with your vehicle details, or email sales@ultimateoffroad.com.au, and our friendly staff will confirm fitment, quote the work and arrange a booking at Ferntree Gully or Pakenham.