A Tank 300 spare wheel cover and a spare wheel hub cover are not interchangeable. Choose a full cover if you want to conceal the wheel face; choose a hub cover if you want to tidy the centre while leaving the wheel and tyre visible. In both cases, confirm the exact wheel, tyre, carrier and camera arrangement before ordering.
The important distinction is coverage, not simply black versus white or matte versus gloss. A larger cover changes the outline of the rear-mounted spare. A centre cover is a smaller detail, but its shape still has to match the hardware underneath.
Product listings checked 10 September 2026. This is an editorial buying guide, not a physical fitment test. The banner is an AI-generated category comparison, not a photograph of the store products. Actual product photographs below are identified separately.
Full cover, hub cover or soft cover?
Start with the part of the spare you actually want to change. A full cover is intended to conceal the visible wheel face and, depending on its construction, extend around the tyre. A hub cover sits around the wheel-centre area. It is not a substitute for a cover over the tyre itself.
There is also a separate choice between a shaped shell and a flexible cover. For example, GWM Australia's accessories catalogue describes its own Tank 300 Spare Wheel Carrier Cover, part AGP1808220A, with an elasticised band. That is a different product: its construction and weather-resistance claims should not be transferred to an aftermarket shell or hub cover.
The table below compares purposes rather than ranking untested products. A cover that looks more substantial is not automatically a stronger carrier, an anti-theft device or a better match for your spare.
On a phone: swipe the table sideways to see all columns.
| Type | What stays visible? | Main buying check | Do not assume |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full shell-style cover | The cover face replaces the exposed-wheel look | Tyre envelope, shell depth, attachment and camera opening | Fits every tyre size or includes camera hardware |
| Hub / centre cover | Most of the wheel face and tyre | Centre profile, retention and carrier layout | Provides whole-tyre coverage |
| Flexible full cover | A fabric or flexible outer face | Specified size range, fastening and camera provision | Flexible means universal fit |
For an owner keeping a visible alloy wheel, a centre-only accessory is the relevant starting point. For an owner wanting a covered rear-spare appearance, compare full-cover designs first. Neither choice resolves an incompatible spare wheel or an overloaded mounting arrangement.
What the full-cover listing shows
The current Spare Tire Cover for GWM Tank 300 listing identifies petrol and hybrid applications subject to confirmation. It does not specify exact model years. Its four selectable finish/label options include matte and bright-black descriptions; use the exact variant name when enquiring rather than relying on a colour shorthand.
The photograph is useful because it shows the larger cover face, its shaped outer profile and a visible camera opening. It does not tell us the internal dimensions, material grade, weight, fastening details or which camera-related components arrive in the package. Those details need confirmation for the chosen option.
Also separate the photographed vehicle from yours. A cover pictured on one Tank 300 is not evidence that it clears an aftermarket wheel, a different tyre profile, a relocated camera or an added carrier bracket. Ask for the inside and attachment-point photographs as well as the attractive exterior view.
What the hub-cover listing shows
The Spare Wheel Hub Cover for GWM Tank 300 is a different item. Its listed option is one cover, and the description makes compatibility dependent on the wheel-centre shape, wheel style, rear carrier layout and any existing tyre cover or camera bracket. Exact model years and powertrain/trim compatibility still need checking.
This is the better category to investigate when you want to retain an exposed-wheel look. However, the word “hub” is not a dimensional specification. Compare the actual centre profile and how the accessory is retained; a matching paint colour or a similar-looking number of openings is not enough.
Ask whether the proposed cover leaves the necessary removal points accessible and how it is taken off. Do not infer that a small loose piece visible in the photograph is a supplied fastener, a locking device or a complete installation kit. Request a written package list.
Tyre size and cover depth: check the complete shape
Record the size printed on the spare tyre itself, plus its brand and model. Do not copy the size from a road wheel without checking that the spare matches. Note any replacement wheel, altered carrier or additional bracket.
Michelin's tyre-marking guide explains that a metric tyre code includes section width, aspect ratio, construction and wheel diameter. The number after R describes the wheel diameter in inches, not the outside diameter of the complete tyre. Consequently, “17-inch cover” alone is not enough information to establish clearance around a mounted tyre.
For a full cover, ask the supplier which tyre sizes and measured profiles the selected shell accepts. Compare overall tyre diameter, the widest part of the fitted spare and the depth available behind the cover face. A shell can look large enough from the rear yet still contact a protruding wheel centre or fail to seat around the side.
For a hub cover, concentrate on the centre shape, mounting depth and attachment points rather than the tyre's outside diameter alone. Send a straight-on photo and a side-angle photo. Include a ruler in a separate close-up where it can be read clearly, without unfastening the spare just to obtain a photograph.
If measurements are needed, ask the supplier to identify the precise reference points. There is no universal clearance allowance supplied in these two listings, and this guide does not invent one. A dimension taken from the wrong surface can be as misleading as no measurement at all.
Keep camera clearance and spare-wheel access in the decision
A hole in a cover is not proof of camera compatibility. Position, surrounding lip, lens projection and the existing bracket all matter. The current full-cover description specifically asks owners to check the rear camera, number-plate area, tailgate opening and other rear-mounted accessories.
Before final installation, have the selected cover checked against the actual setup. Compare the camera view before and after fitting while the vehicle is stationary in a safe location, using the vehicle's normal operating instructions. If the cover intrudes into the image, requires an improvised camera relocation or creates interference, stop and resolve the fitment issue rather than accepting a reduced view.
Plan the physical access too. Can the cover be removed with the tools you carry? Is the valve accessible for routine pressure checks? Can the spare be released using the vehicle's specified procedure? A tidy exterior is not worth a cover that you cannot remove when needed.
Check the tailgate through its normal movement without forcing it. Include adjacent accessories and their operating positions, not just their closed appearance. Owners combining rear-mounted accessories can use the Tank 300 tailgate-table comparison to think through camp access, but that article does not establish compatibility with either cover.
Keep lights and the number plate unobstructed. These are practical fitment checks, not a certification of a modified rear arrangement. Where camera relocation, electrical changes or carrier modifications are proposed, seek vehicle-specific advice before proceeding.
Choose the cover you can inspect and maintain
For a mostly standard vehicle, first decide whether you want a covered spare or a visible wheel. Then narrow the shortlist to the correct configuration and finish. For a modified spare, reverse the priority: establish dimensions, retention and access before considering appearance. An existing cover that fits and remains secure may already be the sensible choice.
Do not buy a new carrier merely to make an unconfirmed decorative cover work. A cover and a load-carrying bracket are different parts, and neither listing provides a basis for changing mounting capacity. If your wider build is still evolving, use the Tank 300 accessory-priority guide to decide what should be settled first.
After fitting, follow the supplied care and retention instructions. The full-cover listing calls for a security check after rough-road driving; the hub-cover listing also recommends inspection after washing, heat and rough-road use. Investigate looseness, rubbing or new noise instead of adding an improvised restraint.
A covered spare still needs attention. Make tyre condition and pressure access part of your normal vehicle checks; use the vehicle manufacturer's recommended pressure information rather than assuming the tyre sidewall maximum is the operating target, as Michelin explains. This article does not claim a cover extends tyre life by a particular period, is waterproof, resists a specified UV exposure or prevents theft.
Send the details that make a fitment answer useful
Send your Tank 300 model year and powertrain/trim, the spare tyre's full sidewall size and model, wheel details, rear and side-angle photos, camera/bracket photos and the exact cover option you want. Mention any carrier, table, rack or other rear accessory.
Ask us to confirm the selected option's dimensions, attachment method, package contents and access requirements before ordering. Redact registration plates or personal information from photos where practical.
Ask about spare-cover fitmentFrequently asked questions
Is a spare wheel hub cover the same as a full spare tyre cover?
No. A hub cover addresses the centre area while leaving most of the wheel and tyre exposed. A full cover conceals the wheel face and may wrap around the tyre, depending on its design. Compare the coverage shown in the actual product images.
Will a Tank 300 spare wheel cover fit a larger aftermarket tyre?
Not automatically. Confirm the exact tyre model, outside dimensions, wheel profile, carrier and cover variant. Neither store listing reviewed here supplies a universal size range for modified spares.
Does a camera opening mean no modification is needed?
No. The opening must align with your existing camera and leave its view unobstructed. Confirm the bracket and any supplied hardware. A product photograph cannot establish that every model year or rear setup is supported.
Should I choose a hard cover or a soft cover?
Choose by confirmed fit, the appearance you prefer and how easily you can remove and care for it. Check material and fastening information for the exact item. Do not treat flexible construction as universal sizing or a rigid appearance as a tested security rating.
Can I use a full cover and a hub cover together?
Only if that combination is confirmed. The extra centre profile may affect the space available inside the outer cover or its camera arrangement. Do not assume accessories sold for the same vehicle were designed to stack together.
Evidence boundary: the two linked Decision Maker 4X4 listings and their photographs support product identification, selectable options and stated fitment checks. GWM's catalogue and Michelin's tyre-marking guide provide general context only. No independent installation, material, durability, security or compliance test is claimed.
