Up the ante when it comes to shade and shelter around your vehicle with the Eclipse 180 Versatile Awning from Darche.
This awning can be mounted onto the rear of your vehicle, or on the side depending on what you prefer. It's ideal for smaller cars or dual-cab utes but can also be mounted on other 4WDs. Designed to be freestanding and easy to set up by one person, this awning provides 4m² of coverage. There are two pivoting alloy telescopic poles that stow neatly along the rafters when packed, with two additional leg poles included. The structure is comprised of a strong yet light box-tube alloy rafter system that hinges from a heavy-duty stainless steel and alloy swivel hinge system. The awning is made from a 320gsm poly/cotton grid ripstop canvas with 1500mm PU waterproofing and HF seam sealing so it will hold up to use in the harsh Aussie climate.
The Eclipse 180 Versatile Awning from Darche provides great protection on its own, or attach the separately available wall kit to create an enclosed space for even more versatility.
Mounts to the rear or side of your vehicle
Provides 4m² of cover
Freestanding and easy to set up with one person
Two pivoting telescopic leg poles stow on the rafters when packed
Two additional legs poles in a separate carry bag included
320gsm poly/cotton grid ripstop canvas
1500mm PU waterproofing with HF seam sealing
Box tube alloy rafter system hinging from heavy-duty stainless steel and alloy swivel hinge system
2 heavy-duty brackets with fixings, holding straps, guy ropes & pegs
Ensure awning is anchored with supplied guy ropes and pegs at all times when in use
Lightweight Box Tube Alloy Rafters | Stainless Steel & Alloy Hinge System
Waterhead Rating:
1500mm
Warranty:
3 Year
Supplier Code:
T050801744V
Snowys Code:
145278
Staff tip:Heads up! The awning and bracket/fixing kit are shipped in 2 separate boxes, which may be delivered separately.
Reviews
(6)
5.06
Q&A's (11)
Roof racks1 answer
Hi there, can I use my existing Thule WingBar Edge roof racks to attach this awning to?
Ash - Rozelle, NSW(2 years ago)
G'day Ash,
We're not roof rack experts, however based on the profile of the Thule WingBar Edge Roof Racks, it doesn't look like there is an easy way to be able to attach a bracket to roof racks due to the design. We'd recommend reaching out to Thule directly, or your licenced roof rack supplier to see if there is a way to attach awning brackets to this model.
Leece - Snowys(2 years ago)
Packing up1 answer
Can this fit packed up with the optional walls attached?
Ryan - Redcliffe, QLD(2 years ago)
G'day Ryan,
No, it can't. You'll need to remove the walls for pack up, and this applies to all awnings in our range. I'm not personally aware of any awnings that would allow this, its a huge amount of canvas.
Lauren - Snowys(2 years ago)
Retreat annex1 answer
Can the retreat annexe be used with the eclipse 180 versatile awning?
Helen - Clifton Springs, VIC(2 years ago)
G'day Helen,
The Eclipse Retreat will suit the standard 180 and 270 awnings, but its unfrtunately much too large to suit the 180 versatile awning.
Lauren - Snowys(2 years ago)
Freestanding.1 answer
Will this product support itself without poles??
Daz - Sydney, NSW(2 years ago)
G'day Daz,
None of the Darche awnings are free-standing. In perfectly calm weather you'd be ok to leave it unsupported for a very short time during setup, but otherwise, it does need to be fully supported with poles, etc.
Lauren - Snowys(2 years ago)
Roof bar distance1 answer
Am wondering what is the maximum distance apart 2 roof rails can be for mounting this awning?
Kate - Cairns, QLD(3 years ago)
G'day Kate,
The only real consideration that I'm aware of is making sure your awning has a maximum unsecured end length of 60cm. Considering the backing plate on the awning is 1.5m, theres no concern with the roof racks being too close together. I'd personally be looking at having the brackets being no more than 1m apart.
Lauren - Snowys(3 years ago)
Side awning1 answer
Hi, I have a 2m L x 3m W side awning already on my Patrol. I am just wondering if the Darche 180 eclipse rear awning will fit with this?
Renee - Sydney, NSW(4 years ago)
G'day Renee,
Yes, you can use the Eclipse 180 Rear Awning with a 2m side awning, you'll just need to ensure that you've got enough length/distance between your racks to position the side awning far enough forward to no interfere with the rear awning. Generally, you'll need a third rear rack to attach the rear awning to in a set up like this.
Leece - Snowys(4 years ago)
Roof platform1 answer
Can this be attached to a Rhino-rack pioneer platform on the passenger side?
Don - Brisbane, QLD(4 years ago)
G'day Don,
You can mount the 180 Rear Awning on the side of a vehicle. The brackets supplied are L style brackets, and generally able to attach to most roof racks and platforms, however, we're not able to verify the exact fit to the platform you've got, you may need to pick up some extra fixings.
Leece - Snowys(4 years ago)
Oztent compatibility1 answer
Is it possible to connect the zip on the back side to an oztent RV3 awning using the zip, I do understand that the RV3 is wider but maybe part zipped? I was considering installing this on the back of my UTE (Navara D40) to give cover to the tub and Wanted a bit more length. If not, is it possible to install one of the longer end walls without having to buy the whole wall kit?
Andrew - Mitcham, SA(4 years ago)
G'day Andrew,
This won't be possible, the zipper on the 180 Rear Wing Awning starts at the corner point and runs the full length of the awning, so you wouldn't be able to attach anything to the middle/back section. The other issue is that as far as we're aware the zippers used by the two manufacturers aren't compatible. The only wall option for these awnings is the wall panel kit that covers all three sides.
Leece - Snowys(4 years ago)
Fitting1 answer
Would this Awning fit on the side of a car or is it just made for the rear?
James - Kingston Se, SA(4 years ago)
G'day James,
You could mount the Eclipse 180 Rear Awning on the side of your car, that shouldn't be a problem. The main difference is that the backing plate is quite a lot shorter than a side awning at 1.5m
Leece - Snowys(4 years ago)
180 walls1 answer
Hi I have a 279 with walls. Will the 270 walls fit the 180? Thanks Jason
Jason - Mortdale, NSW(4 years ago)
G'day Jason,
No, the 270 walls will only work with the 270 awning. The 180 Rear awning wall set is a single wall that spans all 3 sides, which you can find HERE
Lauren - Snowys(4 years ago)
Length1 answer
G'Day just wondering how long these are along the mounting side?
Rhiannon - FERNHILL(4 years ago)
G'day Rhiannon,
The mounting length of the 180 Rear Awning is when packed up is 150cm. The full length when opened is 420cm.
