How big is the 2024 Silverado short bed?
The short bed on the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado is 5 feet 8 inches long.
The exact bed length you get depends on the cab and box configuration. For the Silverado 1500, Chevrolet offers multiple bed lengths across the lineup, including a short box, a standard box, and a long box. This article breaks down the common measurements and what they mean for buyers.
Bed lengths by configuration
Before listing the standard options, it helps to know that the Silverado 1500 comes with several bed lengths depending on the cab style and trim. The measurements below reflect the typical configurations available for 2024 models.
- Short Box: 5 ft 8 in (68.3 in)
- Standard Box: 6 ft 7 in (78.9 in)
- Long Box: 8 ft 0 in (96 in)
In practice, the short bed is most common with Crew Cab configurations for everyday driving and ease of parking, while the longer boxes are chosen when cargo length is a priority or for specific work roles.
How bed size affects usage
Understanding the trade-offs can help buyers decide which bed length suits their needs. A shorter bed generally offers better maneuverability and a tighter turning radius, making it more convenient for city driving and daily commuting. A longer box provides more room for longer items, higher maximum cargo length, and can be advantageous for trades or recreation that involve transporting lengthier materials.
- Short Box (5'8") favors urban driving, better maneuverability, and easier parking.
- Standard Box (6'7") balances cargo capacity with practicality for mixed use.
- Long Box (8') maximizes cargo length for longer items and specialized hauling needs.
Note that availability of each bed length depends on the chosen cab configuration and trim level. Always verify the exact box length for your preferred build when ordering or evaluating in a dealership.
Other Silverado variants and considerations
Beyond the 1500 light-duty line, Chevrolet’s lineup includes heavier-duty Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD models, which offer their own bed-length options and configurations. If you’re evaluating a long-box setup for heavy hauling, these HD variants often align with longer bed configurations similar to the 8 ft option described above, but exact availability varies by cab and chassis configuration.
For buyers focused specifically on the 2024 Silverado short bed, the essential takeaway is that the commonly cited short-bed length is 5 ft 8 in, with longer options available if your configuration calls for them.
Summary
The 2024 Silverado short bed measures 5 feet 8 inches in its standard short-box configuration. The Silverado 1500 lineup also offers longer bed options of 6 ft 7 in and 8 ft, depending on cab style and configuration. When shopping, check the exact bed length tied to the specific cab and trim you’re considering, and remember that heavier-duty HD models may have different options.
What size is a short bed truck?
A short bed truck's dimensions typically range from approximately 555 feet, 555 inches (656565 inches) to 555 feet, 888 inches (686868 inches) in length, though some models are slightly longer or shorter. For example, a modern Chevy Silverado short bed is about 69.969.969.9 inches (5′10"5 prime 10 "5′10") long, while a Toyota Tacoma short bed is around 60.360.360.3 inches (5′0.3"5 prime 0.3 "5′0.3") long. The width and depth also vary by model, but widths between the wheel wells are often around 505050 to 515151 inches, and depths are usually over 202020 inches.
General dimensions
- Length: 656565 to 686868 inches is a common range, but modern trucks like the Chevy Silverado have a short bed length of about 69.969.969.9 inches, and some models are shorter.
- Width: Varies significantly by model, but the width between the wheel wells is often around 505050 to 515151 inches, which is enough to fit a standard 4×84 cross 84×8 sheet of plywood flat.
- Depth: Typically over 202020 inches, with a common measurement for the Chevy Silverado being 22.422.422.4 inches.
Specific examples
- Chevy Silverado:
- Length: 69.969.969.9 inches
- Width (floor): 71.471.471.4 inches
- Width (between wheel wells): 50.650.650.6 inches
- Depth: 22.422.422.4 inches
- Toyota Tacoma:
- Length: 60.360.360.3 inches
- Width (at tailgate): 535353 inches
- Width (at accessory rail): 56.456.456.4 inches
- Width (between wheel wells): 44.744.744.7 inches
- Depth: 21.221.221.2 inches
What is the size of a Silverado short bed?
A Silverado short bed has a cargo volume of approximately 62.962.962.9 cubic feet and measures about 69.9269.9269.92 inches in length, 71.4071.4071.40 inches in width (at the floor), and 22.4022.4022.40 inches in height. The width between the wheel housings is about 50.6350.6350.63 inches.
| Specification | Short Bed Dimension |
|---|---|
| Cargo Volume | 62.962.962.9 cubic feet |
| Length (Floor) | 69.9269.9269.92 inches |
| Width (Floor) | 71.4071.4071.40 inches |
| Height | 22.4022.4022.40 inches |
| Width (Wheel Housings) | 50.6350.6350.63 inches |
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How long is a 2024 Silverado short bed?
The 2024 Silverado 1500 short bed is 69.92 inches (or about 5 feet 10 inches) long. This bed size is available exclusively with the Crew Cab configuration and has a cargo volume of 62.9 cubic feet.
- Length: 69.92 inches
- Cargo Volume: 62.9 cubic feet
- Width at floor: 71.4 inches
- Width at wheelhousings: 50.63 inches
- Depth: 22.4 inches
How long is the crew cab short bed on a 2025 Silverado?
The 2025 Silverado crew cab short bed has a length of 69.92 inches (or approximately 5 feet 9 inches). This bed is exclusive to the crew cab configuration and offers a cargo volume of 62.9 cubic feet.
- Length: 69.92 inches
- Approximate Length: 5 ft 9 in
- Cargo Volume: 62.9 cubic feet
- Configuration: Available only on the crew cab
