If you've put a reservation on a Chery Stockman, or you're weighing one up before the pre-launch offer closes at the end of November, you can now plan the build as well as the ute. Chery Australia has partnered with Ironman 4x4 on a range of bull bars, canopies, suspension and storage that you order through a Chery dealer when you buy the car, and Ironman says it will match Chery's seven-year warranty on gear ordered that way.
Key Takeaways
- Still no price for the Stockman; Chery Australia says delivery starts from 1 February 2027, and the pre-launch reservation offer ends 30 November 2026
- Chery Australia has signed Ironman 4x4 for a launch accessory range ordered through Chery dealers: bull bar, side steps, roof rack, canopy, drawers, tow bar and a 50mm lift
- Ironman says it will match Chery's seven-year warranty on its accessories ordered with the vehicle
- A federally approved GVM upgrade with front and rear axle-load upgrades is expected after launch; no figures yet
- Chery prints a 2,735kg curb mass and 3,500kg GVM but no payload figure, so accessory weight matters
- ANCAP hasn't rated the Stockman yet
The catch is a familiar one for ute buyers. Chery still hasn't printed a payload figure for the Stockman, and a bar, a canopy and a set of drawers each come out of whatever that number ends up being. Below is what the range includes, what weights have actually been published, where a GVM upgrade fits in, and where the launch itself stands after the latest round of local tuning.
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What's in the Ironman Range
Chery Australia announced the partnership on 20 October. It calls Ironman an Australian-owned 4x4 manufacturer and describes the range as built specifically for the Stockman, with the main change from Ironman's existing catalogue being parts made from 5052 aluminium alloy to keep weight down while resisting corrosion. Here is the launch line-up as Chery describes it:
| Accessory | What Chery Australia's announcement says |
|---|---|
| APEX bull bar | Full-width triple-hoop aluminium bar, 12,000lb winch cradle, two rated recovery points, 4mm front skid plate |
| Premium side rails and steps | Steel steps for sill protection, with or without the side rail, slip-resistant powder-coated treads |
| Raid roof rack | Low-profile aluminium rack, optional light bar mounting |
| Raid canopy | Full aluminium, solid or glass doors, optional central locking, about 70kg fitted, 180kg dynamic and 380kg static roof load; side storage, dog windows and roof bars optional |
| Roller drawers | Aluminium, a range of heights, built-in fridge slides and wing panels |
| Rear-step tow bar | Rated to the Stockman's tow capacity (Chery's release says 3.5 tonnes), integrated rated recovery points |
| IM2.5 suspension | 50mm lift front and rear, spring options for a 200kg or 300kg constant load |
Source: Chery Australia, 20 October 2026. No prices were published. The canopy is the one item with a published weight.
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Chery says the whole line-up was engineered and validated to OEM-level requirements, with testing against applicable ADRs and standards covering structure, load capacity, corrosion, water ingress, lighting, durability and how the parts integrate with the vehicle. That's Chery and Ironman's description of their own process; there's no independent test result to point to.
Chery Australia's chief operating officer, Lucas Harris, put the reasoning simply: "No matter how capable the Stockman is, Australian off-roaders still want a bull bar, a lift, a canopy and a roof rack." He added that the range "is how they get that, backed by a trusted Australian brand."
The Warranty Match, and What It Covers
This is the part with real value for buyers. Accessories bought outside the dealer typically come with the supplier's own warranty, separate from the car's, which can make a claim harder to sort out. Ironman's Chris Hole said the partnership gave the company "proper under-the-hood access to the Stockman", and "that is why we will match Chery's 7-year manufacturer warranty on IRONMAN 4X4 accessories ordered with the vehicle."
Note the condition: ordered with the vehicle. Chery Australia's Stockman page lists a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty (terms apply). Chery's announcement doesn't say how the accessory warranty works for gear added after delivery, whether it's also unlimited-kilometre, or who handles a claim. If the warranty match is part of why you'd buy through the dealer, get those answers in writing on your contract.
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The Weight to Watch: Payload Isn't Printed Yet
Chery's indicative Stockman specification sheet lists a curb mass of 2,735kg, a gross vehicle mass (GVM) of 3,500kg and a gross combination mass (GCM) of 6,500kg. It doesn't print a payload figure, and we don't calculate one for you: curb mass includes a full fuel tank, so a simple subtraction isn't the certified figure, and the sheet is marked as indicative and subject to change. What the sheet does say, in its towing notes, is that actual payload varies with occupants, luggage, fitted accessories and towball download, and that the loaded vehicle has to stay within the GVM.
Earlier Chery material spoke of a 1,000kg payload, and one Australian report in October said Chery is still working toward one tonne for Australia. Until a final figure is printed, treat it as a target. Of the seven launch items, the canopy is the one with a published weight, at about 70kg fitted. The bull bar, steps, drawers and tow bar have no published weights, so ask the dealer for each one and add them up before you commit to the full kit.
For context, here's how the Stockman's printed masses sit against the plug-in hybrid utes you can buy today, as stored in our directory:
| Model | Kerb | GVM | GCM | Payload (printed) | Braked tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chery Stockman Ultimate (coming soon) | 2,735kg | 3,500kg | 6,500kg | Not printed | 3,495kg |
| Ford Ranger PHEV Wildtrak | 2,579kg | 3,500kg | 6,520kg | 921kg | 3,500kg |
| JAC Hunter PHEV Pro | 2,555kg | 3,470kg | 6,430kg | 915kg | 3,500kg |
| GWM Cannon Alpha Lux PHEV | 2,810kg | 3,495kg | 6,745kg | No data | 3,500kg |
| BYD Shark 6 Performance | 2,775kg | 3,500kg | 6,650kg | No data | 3,500kg |
As stored in our directory on 12 November 2026. Stockman figures are from Chery's indicative specification sheet (curb mass as printed). Payload is shown where the manufacturer prints one, and nowhere else; we don't derive it from GVM minus kerb.
The five utes in that table weigh between 2,555kg and 2,810kg before you add a thing, as each carries a traction battery, while their GVMs sit between 3,470kg and 3,500kg. That's why a GVM upgrade is worth watching on a plug-in ute, and why it's worth reading the next section before you tick off the whole accessory list.
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Chery Australia's announcement says Ironman expects to offer a federally approved GVM upgrade, including front and rear axle-load upgrades, "closely following the initial launch". That's the extent of it: no upgraded GVM figure, no price, no date, and no word on whether the GCM changes with it. A GVM upgrade raises how much the ute can legally weigh loaded; whether this one changes the 6,500kg GCM, the combined limit for ute plus trailer, hasn't been said.
There's also a timing question. Chery and Ironman haven't said whether the upgrade will be offered before registration, after it, or both, and the paperwork can differ between the two. Since this one isn't available at launch, ask your dealer whether you can wait for it, and how it would be handled on a car that's already registered.
The suspension in the launch range is a separate thing. Ironman's IM2.5 kit lifts the ute 50mm and offers springs for a 200kg or 300kg constant load, which is about matching ride height and spring rate to the weight you carry day in, day out (a canopy and drawers, say). It isn't described as a GVM increase.
The Stockman without accessories. Chery labels its Stockman images as pre-production. Image credit: Chery Australia
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The announcement says the tow bar is rated to the Stockman's 3.5-tonne tow capacity. Chery's own Stockman page is more precise, at 3,495kg braked and 750kg unbraked, and its specification sheet adds a 350kg maximum towball download. The 5kg gap won't matter for a typical caravan or boat, but it's the printed figure, so it's the one to plan around.
Remember the towball download comes out of payload too. With the trailer hitched, the download, the passengers, the canopy and the gear in the tub have to fit under the GVM, and the ute plus trailer have to fit under the 6,500kg GCM printed on the same sheet. The sheet's towing note covers the GVM and axle-load side of that, and adds that the towing figure is subject to state and federal rules and towbar design.
Where the Launch Stands
Chery Australia's reservation page still says delivery starts from 1 February 2027, with the final price to be confirmed. In interviews reported on 21 and 22 October, Stockman product chief Mark Qi told Australian media the date holds for now. "For now, the target is still February next year," he was reported as saying, adding that Chery may need to build cars in January to meet it.
According to those reports, test vehicles were sent to Australia in September, with further-developed cars due at the end of October and in mid-November. The items still being worked on are mainly the driver-assistance systems and the electric power steering, which Qi described as mostly software, plus steering weight, brake pedal feel and the rear leaf springs and dampers. Australian engineering firm Premcar is doing local ride and handling validation, including off-road testing. One report said Chery has indicated some driver-assistance changes can be applied at dealerships after delivery.
Chery's position is that the date hasn't moved. It does mean the cars that arrive in February will have had a short final calibration window, so the early local drive reports will be worth reading before you sign a contract, not just before you reserve.
The Reservation Offer Ends 30 November
Chery's Stockman page says the pre-launch offer ends on 30 November 2026. Reserving costs $1,000, and the bonus is a $2,000 Bunnings gift card plus three years of free scheduled servicing. Chery says both are provided on delivery, not before, after you've signed a contract of sale, and that they can't be transferred or swapped for cash. We covered the full terms in our Stockman reservations article.
The Ironman announcement doesn't say accessories are included in that offer, so don't assume a bar or canopy is part of the deal. If you want accessories, get them itemised on the order.
Where You'd Order It
The accessories are ordered through Chery dealers. Chery Australia announced its 100th dealership on 14 October, at Indooroopilly Shopping Centre in Brisbane, run by the AP Eagers group. That's a good-sized network for a brand this new here, but ute buyers in regional areas should check how far their nearest Chery dealer is, for ordering the accessories and for servicing (Chery's roadside cover renews at each scheduled service with an authorised Chery dealer).
The Stockman's rear cabin. Image credit: Chery Australia
Safety
ANCAP hasn't rated the Stockman yet. Its website showed no rating for the model when we checked on 12 November 2026, and a rating isn't carried over from another Chery. Chery and Ironman say the accessories were tested for vehicle integration, but that isn't a crash rating, so check ANCAP's site for a result before you buy.
Warranty and Servicing
Chery Australia lists a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, an eight-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty on the high-voltage battery from first registration, seven years of capped-price servicing and roadside assistance that renews at each scheduled service for up to seven years. Each carries terms and conditions. Among the plug-in utes in the table above, our directory lists seven years for the Hunter PHEV and Cannon Alpha, six for the Shark 6 and five for the Ranger PHEV.
What This Means for Buyers
A dealer-ordered accessory range with a matched warranty takes some of the risk out of buying a ute from a brand that's new to the segment. You're not guessing which aftermarket bar fits, and you have one place to go if something fails. For a lot of tradies and tourers, that's as useful as the 800Nm.
What it doesn't fix is the missing payload figure. Chery hasn't printed one, a GVM upgrade is coming but has no number, and just one accessory has a published weight. If you plan to run a canopy, drawers and a bar while towing near the limit, wait for the final payload and the GVM upgrade details before locking in the full build. The Ranger PHEV prints a 921kg payload and the Hunter PHEV 915kg, which gives you a yardstick for what a plug-in ute can carry once a figure is finally published.
If you're mostly after the diesel plug-in drivetrain and can wait, a reservation before 30 November can qualify for the delivery bonus if you go on to sign a contract and take delivery, without committing you to accessories. To size it up against what's on sale now, open the Stockman vs Shark 6 or Stockman vs Cannon Alpha comparisons, or the Stockman's directory page, where you can register interest for the price announcement.
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Disclaimer: Accessory descriptions, the canopy weight and roof loads, the suspension options, the warranty match, the testing description, the GVM upgrade plan and the quotes are from Chery Australia's announcement of 20 October 2026; no accessory prices were published. Stockman masses, towing figures, warranty, the reservation offer and the delivery date are from Chery Australia's Stockman page, reservation page and indicative specification sheet, which Chery says may change before final certification. The tuning and build-timing details and Mark Qi's quotes are as reported by Australian media in October 2026, and the one-tonne payload target is from a single report. Rival figures are as stored in our directory on 12 November 2026. ANCAP has not rated the Stockman. Confirm price, specification, payload, accessory weights and warranty terms with a Chery dealer before you buy.
