THE VU ute's load area measures 1220mm x 2400mm. Panels are heavy-duty galvanised steel. The flush fitting tonneau system - standard on S ute - uses three bows and was wind-tunnel designed to minimise noise, especially the boom from the tonneau itself. The base ute will carry up to 830kg payload - 18 per cent better than the previous ute, while the S version is rated at 735kg in manual transmission form, 710kg in auto form. V8 versions carry up to 660kg. The VU's tray is 48mm longer and 55mm wider between wheelhouses than the VS ute. A Holden approved 1600kg towing package is available.