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Custom Aluminum Flatbeds 101

Apr. 23 2021 Buying Guide By Truck Defender Bumpers

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A custom truck flatbed is a strategic investment. It offers many perks, from making it easier to haul items to boosting your truck's aesthetic. If you are curious about the world of custom aluminum flatbeds, read on!

For more information or to look into custom aluminum flatbed options, contact the experts at Truck Defender Bumpers. Our dealership is based in Vale, South Dakota. We can ship right to your door anywhere in the USA.

Designed For Your Specific Truck

A custom aluminum flatbed gets tailored to the given pickup truck, which ensures a perfect fit, easy maintenance, and impressive style.

For Play

Add a custom flatbed to your personal pickup truck and enjoy benefits such as:

  • Making property management tasks easier since you can better transport tools, materials, and other items to and from the work site.
  • Make hauling powersports vehicles, kayaks, and other items easier.
  • Make shopping trips with large purchases more convenient.

For Work

Custom flatbeds can also be added to work vehicles. For example, they can be made for trucks used by fire departments and landscaping professionals. Work smarter, not harder, with the right custom flatbed.

Built Lightweight

Any add-on accessory can add weight to your truck, which can decrease fuel efficiency and increase wear and tear. Fortunately, custom aluminum flatbeds are incredibly lightweight. They typically only weigh 400 to 500 pounds. 

In comparison, the average steel flatbed is between 600 and 700 pounds - and can even reach 1,300 pounds. With a custom aluminum flatbed, you get the flatbed benefits while adding the least amount of weight possible.

Standard Features

The given features for a custom aluminum flatbed depends on where you get it. The products at Truck Defender Bumper, for example, come with:

  • An all-aluminum tongue and groove decking construction, which is rated at 22,000 pounds per square foot.
  • An integrated gooseneck ball, which means you won't need a recessed tray and lid.
  • LED lights for maximum visibility.

Options For Personalization

Custom aluminum flatbeds can come in many different varieties. The range of choice can increase the odds of finding a perfect fit.

For example, a custom flatbed can be flat and level to make the loading process easier. Or it can have raised sides to make the cargo more secure during transportation. This is just one of the many ways a custom flatbed can be tailored to best match your needs.

When you are ready to get the custom flatbed process started, the friendly staff at Truck Defender Bumpers is here to help. We can answer questions, make suggestions, and ensure the process is simple. Our dealership is based in Vale, South Dakota. We serve those throughout the USA.