A Tank 300 armrest storage box is worth considering when you need both a higher armrest and another organised storage layer. If the factory height already suits you and the only problem is small items disappearing into the console, a correctly fitting organiser tray may be the simpler choice. A riser changes the space between the seats as well as the height of the lid, so check the whole arrangement before ordering.
For Australian owners, the useful question is not “how much higher?” in isolation. It is whether the box matches your exact centre console, preserves access to the controls and still lets both occupants use the seats and seat-belt buckles normally. This guide separates those buying checks from the features listed for our current product.
Cover: AI-generated editorial illustration of generic armrest storage, not a Tank 300 fitment photograph. Product information checked on 8 September 2026. This is a pre-purchase guide, not a physical installation test.
Factory storage, organiser tray or raised box?
These are three different approaches, not interchangeable names for the same accessory. Keeping the factory setup avoids introducing another housing or hinge interface. A removable tray divides an existing compartment. A raised armrest box adds a housing beneath the lid and can provide a separate storage layer.
Start by emptying your current console while parked. Put back only the small items you genuinely use there. If that solves the problem, there is no need to buy more storage. If you still want an upgrade, use the comparison below to decide what to investigate.
| Option | Consider it when | Main limitation to check |
|---|---|---|
| Keep the factory setup | The height and access already work; the compartment mainly needs sorting. | It does not add a separate drawer or storage layer. |
| Compatible organiser tray | You want small items separated without deliberately raising the armrest. | Tray depth, lid clearance and access to the space below; not every tray fits every console. |
| Raised armrest storage box | You want an additional storage layer and have checked that the raised lid position suits you. | Housing and hinge compatibility, added height, opening paths and nearby controls. |
The tray row describes a product category, not a confirmed alternative SKU in our store. Do not assume a tray can be stacked inside a riser: two parts that fit separately may prevent the lid from closing when combined. For a broader cabin plan, see our Tank 300 interior accessories guide.
What the current raised box includes
Our Raised Centre Armrest Storage Box for GWM Tank 300 is listed as an ABS riser housing with an upper storage tray and a small-item drawer. The live listing has one raised-box option. Its installed photographs show the housing used with the vehicle’s armrest lid; do not treat the pictures as a complete replacement console package.
Phones, decorative trim and other cabin accessories in the listing photos are not included. Ask for the supplied-parts list and attachment instructions if you need to establish exactly what is transferred from your original assembly. A visible hinge in a product photo is useful for comparison, but it is not a substitute for confirming the connection to your own lid.
The listing identifies Petrol / Hybrid compatibility subject to confirmation, but does not specify exact model years. It does not establish fitment for every Tank 300 sold in Australia, nor does that wording independently confirm diesel or plug-in-hybrid versions. We also do not have a verified storage volume, load rating or measured comfort improvement to quote here.
Match the console and hinge, not just the vehicle badge
Before comparing prices, identify your model year, build date, powertrain and trim. Photograph the centre console with the lid closed, then open it and photograph the hinge area. Include the surrounding cup holders and switches so a fitment check is not based on a close-up with no context.
Compare the shape of the console opening, the lid footprint and the hinge arrangement. Note any existing organiser, armrest cover, decorative surround or other add-on. A photograph from another market may illustrate the product without proving compatibility with your right-hand-drive vehicle.
Our practical recommendation is to get a written answer that names your vehicle details and the exact product option. A response that only repeats “for Tank 300” leaves the important questions unanswered. If the seller cannot confirm the hinge interface or provide fitting information, wait rather than trying to adapt the parts after delivery.
Do not interpret dimensions printed on an installation photograph as universal installed measurements. The current listing explicitly says those dimensions refer to the illustrated setup. Ask which points were measured, and compare those points with your own console before relying on a number.
Check height from your normal driving position
Higher is not automatically more comfortable. Start with the seat and steering wheel adjusted for driving, not with the seat moved to make an accessory feel convenient. NSW Government driving-posture guidance recommends a clear road view, easy reach to controls, an upright seat supporting the back and shoulders, and bent arms.
As a buying check, ask whether the proposed lid position would crowd your elbow or make you alter that established position. Consider the passenger too, and repeat the comparison for each regular driver. An armrest that suits one person’s seat setting may not suit the next person.
Take a side-on photograph showing the current armrest relative to the seat cushion. Ask the supplier for the expected installed height and its measurement reference, rather than comparing unrelated numbers from different photos. Assess any trial arrangement only while safely parked; do not drive with a loose mock-up or an unsecured box.
We have not tested this riser with different driver heights or measured a reduction in fatigue. Choose it for a verified layout and a storage need, not a promise that raising an armrest will fix discomfort.
Allow room for opening and movement
A box can appear to fit with everything closed and still be awkward in everyday use. The four checks below are our practical way to compare the space before purchase and during a stationary test fit. They are not measured clearances or installation specifications.
- Lid arc: establish how the original lid opens after the riser is fitted. Check the hinge area and the space behind and above the lid. Confirm access to the original storage compartment rather than assuming it remains unchanged.
- Drawer travel: identify the direction of opening and the space needed to pull it out. Check it against cup holders, bottles and other accessories you actually use. Allow room for your fingers as well as the drawer itself.
- Seat movement: with the vehicle parked, check both front seats through the positions their occupants use. Look for contact between the housing and seat trim, covers or adjustment controls.
- Control access: keep the shifter, drive-mode controls, parking-brake control and other nearby switches accessible. Confirm cables cannot be trapped by the lid or drawer, or fall into the controls.
Check seat-belt buckles separately. Both occupants must be able to fasten and release their belts normally, without the new housing pressing against a buckle or changing the belt’s path. NSW seatbelt guidance requires a properly secured and adjusted belt. That requirement is not satisfied merely because an accessory can physically be squeezed between the seats.
If there is interference, stop and resolve it with the supplier or a suitable installer. Do not relocate a buckle, modify a restraint component or force a trim panel to accommodate a storage upgrade.
Plan the storage before fitting it
Give each compartment a simple job. For example, you might reserve one area for a glasses case and another for a coiled charging cable. Check the actual internal dimensions against those objects; the presence of a drawer does not tell you whether a particular phone, wallet or case will fit.
Keep the contents modest and close the lid and drawer before driving. The product listing warns against overloading the box or leaving loose items where they could interfere with controls. A storage box is not a rated restraint system for tools or heavy touring equipment. For larger cargo, use the separate planning approach in our Tank 300 trunk-storage checklist.
Do not make the drawer a place you need to search while moving. Prepare what you need before departure and stop safely before rearranging it. If your real problem is where to position a navigation device, read our Tank 300 phone-holder guide instead; extra console storage and a suitable device mount solve different problems.
After fitting, follow the supplied instructions for securing and checking the assembly. The listing advises rechecking the fit after rough-road use. Investigate a new rattle, movement or reluctant latch rather than adding more contents to quiet it down. No fastener torque or mounting method is specified in this guide.
What to send for a fitment check
A useful enquiry gives us enough information to compare the product with your actual console. Copy this list into your message:
- Tank 300 model year and build date.
- Powertrain, trim and right-hand-drive configuration.
- One overall console photo with the lid closed.
- One clear photo of the open lid and hinge.
- Existing console trays, covers or trim accessories.
- Your main aim: more storage, a higher lid position, or both.
Ask us to confirm the housing and hinge match, supplied parts, use of the original lid, expected installed dimensions and any installation requirements. You do not need to post registration plates, personal documents or a full VIN publicly to start that conversation.
Check your console before ordering
Send your vehicle details and console photos through our contact page. We can review the information against the current raised-armrest-box listing and identify anything that still needs confirmation.
Ask about Tank 300 armrest fitmentFrequently asked questions
Does a raised armrest box fit every Tank 300?
No universal fitment has been established. Our current listing requires checks against the model year, vehicle version, console and hinge. Petrol / Hybrid wording alone is not proof for every year or powertrain.
Is the padded armrest lid included?
The listing describes the riser housing, tray and drawer, with installed photos showing the vehicle’s lid. Do not assume a new padded lid or the pictured decorative cover is included; confirm the supplied-parts list before ordering.
Will it make the driving position more comfortable?
That depends on the person and the installed position. No measured comfort benefit is established here. Retain a suitable driving position and check whether the raised housing works around it, rather than changing your seat setup to suit the box.
Can I keep an existing organiser tray?
Only if the combined arrangement is confirmed to fit. Check that the lid closes, contents remain accessible and neither accessory obstructs the other. Separate compatibility claims do not establish compatibility when stacked.
Is this a no-drill installation?
Do not assume that from a photograph. Ask for the current instructions and confirm how the housing and original lid are attached to your console. This article does not verify a mounting method or provide a fitting procedure.
Bottom line: choose a raised Tank 300 armrest box when its additional storage and lid position address a real need, and only after the console, hinge and moving parts have been checked. If you only need tidier small-item storage, start with the least intrusive solution that fits.
Editorial note: Prepared with AI assistance by the Decision Maker 4X4 Editorial Team using the linked live product listing and NSW Government guidance. Product photographs are from our store; the cover and clearance graphic are AI-generated concepts. This article does not claim hands-on testing, crash testing, universal fitment or safety certification. Confirm the current product details and your vehicle’s instructions before fitting.
