Bow Tarps for Australian Trucks
Retractable bow tarps from Easy Tarp give you fast, reliable load cover for trays, tippers and rigid bodies — built for Australian roads, operators and conditions.
What is a Bow Tarp System?
A bow tarp system uses curved steel hoops (“bows”) mounted across your body or tray to support a heavy-duty tarp. The tarp glides along the rails of the bin, allowing you to quickly wind the cover over loose or weather-sensitive loads and retract it again for loading or tipping.
Easy Tarp bow systems are engineered for daily use by owner-drivers and fleets. We match the hoop spacing, tarp weight and hardware to your vehicle so you get a neat fit, smooth operation and long service life.
How Bow Tarps Work
1. Bows and mounting
Curved bows are fixed to the tarp and slide up and down the combing rails via a cable along the side of the bin to create a stable, collapsable frame. Heights and spacing are set for your typical load profiles and clearance requirements.
2. Retractable tarp
A reinforced PVC or mesh tarp is fitted to the bows. It travels on heavy duty plastic runners, so you can wind it forward or backward without snagging.
3. Simple operation
Depending on your setup, the tarp is operated manually by a winding handle. One person can quickly secure the load from the ground, reducing time on the body and improving safety.
4. Tie-down and sealing
Optional end flaps and tail curtains help control dust and protect against wind and rain.
Key Benefits of Easy Tarp Bow Systems
Built for Australian conditions
Heavy-duty tarps, corrosion-resistant hardware and quality fittings stand up to heat, UV, coastal air and rough regional roads.
Fast loading and turnaround
Retract the tarp in seconds for access, then wind it back over without needing extra hands, ladders or extensive tie-down time.
Safer, compliant load cover
Reduce load loss, dust and debris, and help meet local load restraint and environmental obligations on quarry, waste and bulk haulage work.
Lower maintenance and downtime
Quality materials and practical design mean fewer repairs. When you do need parts or a new tarp, Easy Tarp can match and supply quickly.
Suitable Vehicle and Body Types
Bow tarp systems from Easy Tarp can be configured for:
- Rigid tippers and trays carrying aggregates, soils, sand and quarry products
- Hook-lift and skip bins where quick cover is needed between sites
- Ag and rural bodies moving grain, fertiliser, stockfeed and produce
- Light and medium rigids used for waste, recycling and landscape supplies
- Custom bodies where clearance, height or equipment requires a tailored frame
If you are unsure whether a bow system is the right option for your truck or application, our team can review photos and measurements and recommend the most practical setup.
Ready to Specify a Bow Tarp for Your Truck?
Whether you run one truck or a national fleet, Easy Tarp can supply bow tarps and hardware to suit your vehicles, work type and budget. We can work from photos, measurements or existing drawings to get the details right the first time.
Order online, request a quote or speak directly with our team about custom options, lead times and installation.