Product Description
Bradford Built | 1/2 Ton Flatbed (Steel or Aluminum) | 82"x72" Footprint, 4" Flip-Down Rails, & Gooseneck Hitch
We now offer a dedicated 82"x72" Flatbed explicitly engineered for half-ton pickups! Available in both steel and lightweight aluminum, the Bradford Built 1/2 Ton Bed gives your light-duty truck the custom, heavy-duty look that half-tons don't typically get to enjoy. Featuring fold-down side rails, a formed headache rack, and premium towing hardware, this bed transforms your standard 1500-series pickup into a highly versatile workhorse for the Treasure Valley.
Available Flatbed Sizes & Vehicle Footprints
Unlike massive commercial beds, this platform is carefully sized to match the payload and wheel-well clearances of modern half-ton chassis:
72" W x 82" L: Engineered specifically as a short bed replacement footprint matching half-ton frames (e.g., Ford F-150, Chevy/GMC 1500, Ram 1500).
The Structural Backbone: Steel Subframe
Whether you choose the traditional steel model or opt for the rust-proof, lightweight aluminum version, Bradford Built ensures your bed has the rigidity to handle real work. All aluminum beds are built with a steel subframe to give you superior strength exactly where you need it, preventing frame flex and maximizing your half-ton's structural payload capacity.
Comprehensive Standard Features
- 4" Flip Down Rails: Comes standard with signature 4" hinged flip-down side rails for instant flat-deck conversion. These rails include brackets at the front and back for a lumber tailgate.
- Elite Towing Setup: Arrives factory-equipped with an adjustable Gooseneck ball to ensure you're hauling safely, alongside a heavy-duty 2.5" receiver hitch.
- Formed Headache Rack: A signature Bradford Built look that protects your cab. It comes standard with stop, reverse, and side marker lights so you will always be seen on the job site.
- Cargo Securing: Built-in Stake Pockets come standard. They are great for securing a loose load or for fabricating custom stake sides needed for your specific application.
Available Options & Upgrades
Maximize the utility of your 1/2 Ton Bed with optional factory upgrades:
- Crossbody Toolbox: Add secure, weather-tight storage directly behind the headache rack without compromising your gooseneck clearance.
⚠️ Professional In-House Installation
Modern half-ton trucks feature highly complex safety, camera, and powertrain systems that directly impact upfit requirements. We offer full in-house installation services Monday - Friday in our dedicated service bays.
Whether you require the relocation of factory backup cameras, integration of parking proximity sensors into the rear skirt, or clean routing of fuel filler necks, our technicians ensure your vehicle's systems remain fully operational. Contact our sales staff for an exact quote based on your specific truck make and model year.
Visit Riverside Trailers in Caldwell, ID Today
Transform your half-ton pickup into a heavy-duty asset. We stock multiple sizes and configurations to get your truck back on the road and working hard. Stop by our lot at 321 N 21st Ave in Caldwell, ID, serving the Caldwell, Boise, and Nampa communities. Call our flatbed and upfitting experts today at 208-459-2030 to verify inventory, confirm your truck's measurements, and build the perfect Bradford Built 1/2 Ton flatbed for your setup!
*Installations are only offered in our facilities. Flatbeds and installation labor are subject to Idaho sales tax. Weights and specifications are approximate and subject to change depending on options.
