BYD SHARK 6 (2024-PRESENT)

120 LITRE REPLACEMENT LONG RANGE FUEL TANK

Brown Davis is proud to announce the launch of a dedicated 120-litre replacement long-range fuel tank for the BYD Shark 6 — delivering exactly double the capacity of the vehicle’s standard 60-litre tank. That means fewer fuel stops, longer range between fill-ups, and more flexibility for drivers who are covering larger distances or simply want added peace of mind on longer trips.

Hybrid Engine Integration

The BYD Shark 6 utilises a hybrid powertrain that blends an internal-combustion petrol engine with an electric drivetrain. The additional fuel capacity of this Brown Davis tank complements the hybrid architecture by increasing the petrol-reserve side of the system, enabling extended use of the petrol engine component after the battery has discharged (or in “HEV” mode). In practice, this means that once the battery backup is drawn down, the petrol side has twice the standard fuel store to draw from — allowing the hybrid system to keep the vehicle operating further before refuelling. In short: you retain the benefits of the hybrid system’s electric assistance, and with the larger petrol tank you’ve also minimised one of the range-limiting factors (refuelling stops).

Construction & Materials

Each Brown Davis tank is crafted from aluminium-coated steel, combining the structural strength of steel with the corrosion resistance of aluminium. This material is petrol-resistant, tough enough for rugged off-road use, and proven in harsh Australian conditions.

Specifications

PART NUMBER: BS24R1

TANK TYPE: REPLACEMENT

CAPACITY: 120 LITRE

FILLER POINT: RETAINS STANDARD FILLER POINT

FUEL SUPPLY METHOD: STANDARD

TANK LOCATION: REPLACES VEHICLES STANDARD TANK

FITTING TIME: 3 hour/s

MODIFICATIONS: NONE REQUIRED

Photos of Fitted Tank

Ground Clearance

WITH ORIGINAL TANK

WITH BROWN DAVIS LONG RANGE TANK

Key Features

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Fuel Capacity and Driving Range Comparison

Figures based on BYD Shark 6 (as quoted by BYD)
	FUEL RANGE- 800KM TOTAL (700km Petrol -100km Electric)	Percentage Increase Brown Davis Long Range Fuel Tank
60 Litre Standard Tank	700km Petrol Range	–
120 Litre Brown Davis Long Range Fuel Tank	1400km Petrol Range	100%

100% Increase!

Whilst every effort has been made to ensure these figures are accurate vehicles may vary. Vehicles should never be pushed to the point of running out of fuel as it may harm your vehicles engine.

Compatibility

DUAL CAB

Confirmed fitment

Models
2024 all Models – dual cab

2025 all Models – dual cab

International vehicles

Confirmed fitment
Waiting on confirmation- No reason it shouldn’t fit

Aftermarket Accessories

Suspension
Confident of fitment with all suspension, airbags, gvms
Alloy and Steel Trays
Confident of fitment with most aftermarket trays – Filler may need relocating after tank fitment. Some under tray draws may interfere with tank.

Exhuasts
Confident of fitment with most aftermarket exhuasts

Step by Step DIY Instructions

The Brown Davis BYD Shark 6 (2024 – PRESENT) tank comes with step by step instructions that walk you through every step of the install.

Warranty and Support

For total peace of mind Brown Davis offers a 3 year warranty on all its fuel tanks. With an Australia wide network built over the 40+ years in the industry, you can go away on your longest journey knowing you will have full support with any issues.

Why Long Range Fuel Tanks?

Looking to tackle the toughest off-road adventures without worrying about running out of fuel? Brown Davis’ Long-Range Fuel Tanks are the ultimate solution. Built tough, these tanks are designed to extend your range, ensuring you can go further, explore deeper, and push boundaries without the constant need to refuel or carry those pesky jerry cans. Whether you’re navigating rugged tracks or embarking on an epic tour of Australia, trust Brown Davis to keep you powered up every step of the way. Engineered for durability and reliability, our tanks are the perfect upgrade for the serious adventurer. Ready to go further?

Watch Jase from All4Adventure show the benefits of a Brown Davis Long Range Fuel Tank!

Brown Davis manufactures a wide range of both Steel and Poly tanks so finding the right type of tank for your vehicle is crucial. Many factors need to taken into account so below are the highlights of both our steel and poly long range fuel tanks.

STEEL LONG RANGE FUEL TANKS

PETROL COMPATIBLE
The steel tank withstands the harsh Petrol. Poly Long Range fuel Tanks are not compatible with petrol
DRAIN PLUG
ALL BROWN DAVIS STEEL FUEL TANKS COME WITH A DRAIN PLUG FOR DRAINING CONTAMINATED FUEL OR EVEN COLLECTING SOME FUEL FOR A MATE.
BAFFLES
ALL BROWN DAVIS STEEL LONG RANGE FUEL TANKS HAVE INTERNAL BAFFFLES, THIS MINIMIZES FUEL SLOSH AND MOVEMENT. ALSO PROVIDING THE TANK WITH GREATER STRENGTH AND INGEGRITY.
SWIRL POT
ALMOST ALL BROWN DAVIS STEEL LONG RANGE FUEL TANKS HAVE AN INTERNAL SWIRL POT. THIS DESIGN TRAPS FUEL AROUND THE PICK UP SO THAT YOU CAN RUN DOWN TO THE LAST FEW LITRES.

For 4WDs and tourers planning to head off the beaten track, our aluminized steel Long Range Fuel Tank is the best option.

POLY LONG RANGE FUEL TANKS

LIGHT WEIGHT
IF WEIGHT IS CRITICAL IN YOUR VEHICLE ON AVERAGE MOST LONG RANGE POLY TANKS ARE 10-15KG LIGHTER THAN STEEL TANKS.

For fleet managers and customers sitting primarily on surfaced road, poly long range fuel tanks is a great option.

Justin from Patriot compares steel and poly Long Range Fuel Tanks

Building a Brown Davis Tank

Since the beginning, Brown Davis has taken pride in the construction of our tanks, our Toyota Hilux (2015 – PRESENT) tank is no exception. Our tanks are made with quality and care, from the materials we use to the stringent pressure testing, they are prepared for the harshest conditions.

Laser Cut Aluminized Steel

Manufacturing our steel tanks starts with laser cut aluminized steel. With this material, your tank will have the strength and durability of steel, and the anti-corrosive properties of aluminum to make sure their is no rust.

Folded Before Welded

Before welding the tank, we use specialized machinery to fold the laser cut aluminized steel to decrease the amount of time and labor put into welding. Folded parts also have superior strength to welded parts.

High Quality Welding Every Time

Next, our experienced welders add the brackets, swirl pot and baffles to the tank and then weld it all off. We use jigs to locate the brackets for each individual tank so installation is as consistent and easy as possible for every vehicle.

Pressure Testing

Lastly, we take it through an air pressure test. This involves a soap test, submersion test and a pressure gauge. These techniques help us identify any rare leaks and where they’re coming from. If air isn’t coming out, fuel definitely isn’t.

Building a tank- A walk through with Matt from The Explore Life

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the tank come with all hardware required to fit?

Yes. All Brown Davis Fuel Tanks come with everything required to be fitted to your vehicle. This includes auxiliary (secondary) Fuel Tanks which come with electric fuel pump, hoses, wiring and fuel gauge.

Will a Long range Fuel Tank affect my fuel gauge?

After the installation of any Long Range Fuel Tank the vehicles fuel gauge (needle fuel gauge) will change slightly. This will be different in each vehicle depending on the tank shape. Some tanks will remain on full for a few hundred kilometres due to the extra height in the new tank. In most of the more popular tanks, we supply a special float arm to go with our tank, this gives a more accurate reading for the gauge. What we do make sure of is that the vehicles low fuel light and empty point is accurate on all tanks. This of course is the point on the gauge you want absolutely correct.

Will my "Distance to Empty"" still remain accurate?

In short, the distance to empty function on your trip computer won’t remain accurate with your new Long-Range Tank. This is because the vehicles ECU (Engine Control Unit) has the volume of the original tank size programmed within it. However, with many of our Long-Range Replacement Fuel Tanks being approximately double the volume of the original fuel tank, you can simply double the ‘distance to empty’ reading to roughly estimate your new driving range.

For certain makes and models there are unaffiliated 3^rd party software programs that can re-write information to your ECU, for example, there are options for the Ford Ranger. We believe this fix is ultimately unnecessary, however, if you wish to have your ‘distance to empty’ read true for the new fuel volume, we recommend researching if there are options available for your vehicle.

Good news is, your fuel gauge will remain accurate, as the float inside the tank will indicate how much fuel is inside the tank, so your readings going from Full, to ¾ to ½ right down to empty will remain accurate. Furthermore, your low fuel warning light will work as intended.

We recommend to zero your odometer when you refuel and check your fuel consumption. Over time you’ll be able to establish how far you can travel in different driving conditions, i.e. towing, sand, dirt, etc.

Does my Long Range Fuel Tank require extra protection underneath?

If you are planning to go off-road, we recommend our Steel Long Range Fuel Tanks where extra protection is not necessary. Made from 2mm Aluminised Steel, strength and durability are without question. Need more convincing? Check out the boys from All4Adventure and ExploreLife, both who run our steel tanks and have seen their fair share of remote and rugged environments.

Will my vehicle’s clearance be affected by my Long Range Tank?

Our Long Range Replacement Fuel Tanks are designed to make no impact to your vehicle’s stock clearance and ramp over angle. We design our Fuel Tanks with not only touring but hard four-wheel-driving in mind, therefore, maintaining stock clearance is paramount.