JAC T9 Tradepro Cab-Chassis Joins Australia’s Ute Roster
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Meet the JAC T9 Tradepro Cab-Chassis, which arrives in Australia with the charm of a working horse and the manners of a sensible plumber. It starts at $38,990 plus on-road costs and is pitched as the entry-level 4×4 cab-chassis that does not pretend to be anything other than useful.
If you run a business with an ABN the numbers get friendlier. Eligible buyers can drive away for $40,990 or $41,990 in Western Australia, and for a limited time purchases through participating dealers include a genuine alloy tray and fitment until April 30, 2026. In plain English that means you can get straight to work without a trip to the body shop first.
This is aimed at tradies, farmers, fleet operators and anyone who needs a platform to build on rather than a vanity project. The open chassis invites custom trays and toolbox fit-outs, and the standard specification reads like a practical checklist: 18-inch steel wheels, four-wheel drive with rear differential lock, heavy-duty fabric seating, a rear camera, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless phone charging, keyless entry and push button start, a 1,165 kilogram payload capacity before adding a tray, combined fuel consumption of 7.6 litres per 100 kilometres under NEDC, and a 3.2 tonne braked towing capacity.
Under the skin the four-wheel drive system uses a dual-range transfer case supplied by BorgWarner and a locking rear differential to get you out of bother when the track gets sporty. It is not a glamour machine, but it will reliably go where you point it and haul what you need.
Warranty And Ownership Perks
JAC backs the T9 range with its All Roads Assurance (JARA) package which includes a seven-year unlimited kilometre warranty for private and business owners, 24/7 roadside assistance for up to seven years, capped price servicing and a warranty loan vehicle program designed to keep a business running when the unexpected happens. The T9 was named Australia’s Safest Ute in 2024 and ranked fourth safest overall based on ANCAP’s aggregated protocols.
Stock is limited and the driveaway offer applies to new Tradepro vehicles until April 30, 2026 while participating dealers have stock. If you want a no-nonsense work ute that is ready to earn its keep from day one, the Tradepro is worth a look.
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