How many cubic feet is a Silverado 1500 bed?
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is available with two bed lengths, and the cargo volume changes with the size. This article provides the latest, practical figures to help you plan hauling and cargo needs.
Two bed lengths exist for the Silverado 1500: a 5'8" bed and a 6'7" bed. The 5'8" bed yields about 53 cubic feet of cargo space, while the 6'7" bed yields about 62 cubic feet. Note that an 8-foot bed is not offered on the Silverado 1500; it is available on some heavier-duty Silverado models or other GM trucks.
Bed lengths and cargo volumes
Below is a concise breakdown of the cargo volume you can expect from each bed length. This helps illustrate how much you can carry in standard configurations versus extended configurations.
- 5'8" bed (69.9 inches long): approximately 53 cubic feet of cargo volume.
- 6'7" bed (79.4 inches long): approximately 62 cubic feet of cargo volume.
These figures refer to closed-bed volume and may vary slightly with wheel arches, tie-downs, bed mats, and the presence of a tonneau cover or bed liner. The exact figures can differ by model year and cab configuration.
Considerations for buyers
When choosing between bed lengths, consider common cargo shapes and how you typically load items. The shorter bed is easier to maneuver and park, while the longer bed offers more cubic feet for bulky items. If you regularly move longer materials, the 6'7" bed is typically the better choice, whereas weekend-only hauling may be fine with the 5'8" bed.
Additional notes on 1500 configurations
Chevrolet offers different cab configurations (Regular Cab, Double Cab, and Crew Cab) that influence bed length availability. Some cabs are paired with one bed length or the other, so confirm the exact bed size when building or shopping a specific Silverado 1500 model year and trim.
Summary
For the Silverado 1500, bed cargo volume depends on bed length: about 53 cubic feet for the 5'8" bed and about 62 cubic feet for the 6'7" bed, with no 8-foot bed option on the 1500. Always verify the exact figures for your year and trim, as measurements can vary slightly by configuration.
In short, the Silverado 1500 offers two practical bed lengths that translate to roughly 53 or 62 cubic feet of cargo space, aiding in planning for daily hauling and weekend projects.
