Caravan Roof Hatch Sizes And Dimensions Guide

Caravan roof hatches come in four common sizes. The smallest is a 355mm x 355mm standard vent hatch, and the biggest is a 960mm x 655mm large skylight, with 400mm and 660mm to 700mm options in between.

Getting the right caravan roof hatch size matters. The cut-out, the roof thickness and the clip type all need to match, or the new hatch won't seal properly.

This guide covers caravan roof hatches and fittings sold in Australia, from basic vent hatches to full skylights. It will help you measure once and order the right part the first time.

For the full range of hatches, vents and pressurisers in one place, see our caravan hatches and vents collection.

Compare Caravan Roof Hatch Sizes at a Glance

Four cut-out sizes cover almost every hatch and skylight sold in Australia. The table below shows each size and what it suits, so you can shortlist before reading on.

Note: the bar shows each cut-out's area (length x width) compared to the largest option, the 960mm x 655mm large skylight.

The cut-out size decides whether a hatch will fit, not the lid's outer size. The diagram below shows all four sizes drawn to the same scale.

A large skylight has about five times the cut-out area of a standard vent hatch. That's why it needs a flat section of roof and a bigger hole, not just a bigger lid.

1. Standard Vent Hatch (355mm x 355mm / 14" x 14")

Standard vent hatches are the most common roof fitting on Australian caravans. The classic size is 14 inches by 14 inches, which equals 355mm by 355mm.

They suit kitchens, bathrooms and living areas where you just need airflow, not extra light.

Most are made from tough, UV-resistant plastic with an acrylic lid. You can get a manual wind-up vent, or one with a 12V fan for faster airflow.

• Cut-out size: 355mm x 355mm (14" x 14")
• Overall lid size: around 416mm x 416mm
• Roof thickness it suits: 42mm to 175mm
• Weight: around 1.9kg to 2.1kg manual, up to 5kg with a 12V fan

Older Ventline and Jensen hatches use the same 355mm cut-out, but a different clip system to newer hatches like the Ozvent range. Always check which style you're replacing before you order.

If dust and pollen getting in while you're towing is your main worry, rather than airflow at camp, a rooftop dust reduction system is a different kind of fitting worth looking at as well.

2. Mini Skylight (400mm x 400mm)

A mini skylight is a step up from a standard vent hatch. It brings in natural light as well as airflow.

The most common mini skylight cut-out size in Australia is 400mm by 400mm.

These are usually double glazed acrylic domes with a flyscreen and a block-out blind built in. They're sold in two versions to suit different roof thicknesses.

• Cut-out size: 400mm x 400mm
• Roof thickness it suits: 25mm to 42mm (standard version) or 43mm to 60mm (thick roof version)
• Glazing: double glazed, light grey tinted acrylic dome
• Weight: around 4.3kg

The Dometic Mini Hekiplus is the most common mini skylight fitted to Australian caravans.

Always check your roof thickness before ordering. Fitting the wrong version means it won't clamp down and seal properly.

3. Mid-Size Skylight (660mm x 660mm to 700mm x 500mm)

A mid-size skylight makes a kitchen or living area noticeably brighter and airier than a mini skylight. Two cut-out shapes are common in Australia: a 660mm square, and a 700mm x 500mm rectangle.

The Camec Four Seasons Evolution uses the 660mm x 660mm square cut-out and has four flaps you can open separately. The Dometic Midi Heki uses the 700mm x 500mm rectangular cut-out, with a 785mm x 575mm internal frame.

• Camec Four Seasons Evolution: 660mm x 660mm cut-out, 715mm x 715mm outer size, suits 25mm to 70mm roof thickness
• Dometic Midi Heki: 700mm x 500mm cut-out, 785mm x 575mm internal frame
• Opening style: twist-flap, crank, push-bar or electric, depending on the model
• Weight: around 7kg (Camec Four Seasons Evolution)

Each flap on the Four Seasons Evolution can be set to locked, rain-protection, or fully open. That gives you more control than a single-dome skylight.

The Midi Heki's internal frame size, 785mm x 575mm, is the easiest way to identify it if the model name has worn off over the years, since the same lid is shared across several Midi Heki versions.

4. Large Skylight (960mm x 655mm)

A large skylight is the biggest single roof opening commonly fitted to Australian caravans. It suits a large kitchen, dinette or living area.

The Dometic Heki2 is the benchmark model, with a 960mm x 655mm cut-out. It needs a flat section of roof, since even a small curve under a straight edge can stop it sealing.

• Cut-out size: 960mm x 655mm
• Opening size: around 780mm x 530mm
• Internal frame: 1000mm x 700mm
• Roof thickness it suits: 25mm to 32mm (a kit is available for thicker roofs up to 60mm)
• Weight: typically 12kg to 14kg

The Heki2 uses a double glazed acrylic panel held open by gas struts, with a bad-weather setting that lets air in but keeps rain out.

A mounting kit is sold separately and is needed if your hatch doesn't already include one, so check before you order.

Will It Fit Your Caravan Roof?

Every roof hatch has to fit two things at once: the hole itself, and the roof's thickness where the frame clamps down. Getting either one wrong means a hatch that leaks or won't close properly, even if the lid looks like the right size in photos.

Australian caravan roofs are usually 25mm to 60mm thick, and most hatches and skylights come in two versions to match this range.

Before you buy, check these four things against your own van:

• Existing cut-out size: measure it yourself rather than trusting the old hatch's name, since parts get mixed up over the years.
• Roof thickness: measure at the edge of the cut-out, since skylights clamp differently depending on whether your roof is 25mm to 42mm or 43mm to 60mm.
• Clip system: old-style hatches use a grooved or slotted hinge, while new-style hatches use a plastic slide clip. The two are not interchangeable.
• Roof flatness (skylights only): a large skylight needs a flat section of roof, with no more than a few millimetres of curve under a straight edge, or it won't seal.

The most common mistake is ordering by the old hatch's name, like "14 x 14", without checking if it's an old-style or new-style clip. Two hatches can share the same 355mm cut-out and still not fit each other's parts.

How to Choose the Right Roof Hatch Size

• Start with what you actually need: a standard vent hatch is the simpler option if you only need airflow, while a skylight adds natural light too.
• Match the room to the hatch: a 12V fan hatch is worth it in a bathroom, where it clears steam fast after a shower. A manual vent is usually enough in a lounge or bedroom.
• Check your roof thickness first: this decides which version of a skylight you need, and it's the most common ordering mistake.
• Confirm your clip system if you're replacing an old hatch: old-style and new-style hatches are not interchangeable, even at the same cut-out size.
• Check if a mounting kit is included on large skylights: some models, like the Heki2, need one bought separately.

Standard Australian Roof Hatch Cut-Out Sizes

How to Measure Your Roof Hatch Cut-Out

• Measure the actual roof cut-out from the inside, not the outer lid size, since the lid usually overlaps the hole.
• Measure roof thickness at the edge of the cut-out. This figure decides which skylight version you need.
• If you're replacing a skylight, also measure the internal frame. It can help identify the model even if the branding has worn off.
• Check for roof curve with a straight edge before fitting a large skylight. Even a small gap can stop it sealing.
• Take a photo of the existing clips (grooved hinge or plastic slide clip) before you remove anything, in case you need to check the system later.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is a standard caravan roof hatch?

The standard caravan roof hatch is 355mm x 355mm, also sold as a 14 inch by 14 inch hatch. It's the most common size fitted to Australian caravans and motorhomes for basic airflow.

Are all caravan roof hatches the same size?

No. Common sizes range from a 355mm x 355mm standard vent hatch up to a 960mm x 655mm large skylight, with 400mm and 660mm to 700mm options in between.

Can I fit a bigger skylight into my caravan roof?

Yes, but it usually means cutting a bigger hole, not just swapping the lid. Always check the roof is flat and strong enough before choosing a bigger skylight.

What's the difference between old-style and new-style hatch clips?

Old-style hatches use a grooved or slotted hinge. New-style hatches use a plastic slide clip. The two are not interchangeable, even when the cut-out size matches.

Matching the cut-out size, roof thickness and clip system is what decides whether a new hatch or skylight will fit and seal. Measure your van first, then shop by those numbers rather than by the old hatch's name alone.

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Sizes verified against CARAC product listings, August 2026.