How wide is a 2009 Silverado truck bed?
The bed width of a 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is about 50 inches between the inner side walls, while the overall exterior width of the truck is roughly 79 inches. The bed length varies by configuration (short bed versus long bed), but width remains relatively constant across standard cab and extended cab layouts.
Bed width basics for the 2009 Silverado
In 2009, Chevy offered two bed lengths for the Silverado 1500—the short bed and the long bed—but the bed width stayed essentially the same. The figures below reflect typical measurements used by owners, parts suppliers, and service manuals. They can vary slightly due to trim, factory options, aftermarket bed liners, and accessories.
Width figures you are likely to encounter:
- Exterior vehicle width (across the widest part of the body, not including mirrors): about 79 inches (approximately 6 feet 7 inches).
- Bed width inside (distance between the inner side walls on the bed floor): about 50 inches (roughly 4 feet 2 inches).
Note: Exact figures can vary slightly by trim, factory options, and any aftermarket bed liners or tonneau covers. For precise measurements on your exact truck, measure the bed directly or refer to the official Chevrolet spec sheet for your VIN.
How to measure your Silverado bed width
To confirm exact width on your specific truck, you can measure with a tape measure. A straightforward method is to measure across the bed floor from one interior side wall to the opposite interior side wall to confirm bed width, and separately measure the exterior width across the outer edges of the bed rails to verify overall width.
Additional considerations
Other dimensions that affect cargo fit include bed length (short 5'8" vs long 6'6"), tailgate type, bed liner, and any aftermarket modifications. While width is relatively stable across the 2009 Silverado lineup, height and interior features can influence what you can carry.
Summary
The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado offers a consistent bed width across its bed lengths: roughly 50 inches of usable bed floor width and an overall exterior width near 79 inches. For exact figures on a specific vehicle, consult the official spec sheet for your VIN or measure directly.
How wide is a Silverado truck bed?
A Silverado truck bed is approximately 71.4 inches wide at the floor and 50.6 inches wide between the wheel wells, though this can vary slightly by model year and heavy-duty (HD) models. This width is consistent across different bed lengths for many 1500 models.
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Width details
- At the floor: The width is consistently around 71.471.471.4 inches for many modern 1500 models.
- Between the wheel wells: The width is approximately 50.650.650.6 inches for the 1500 series, but this can be about 51.8551.8551.85 inches for 2500/3500HD models.
- Consistency: The width at the floor and between wheel wells is generally the same across different bed lengths (short, standard, long) for the 1500 series.
What size bed is on a 2009 Chevy Silverado 1500?
The 2009 Chevy Silverado 1500 was available with three bed sizes: a short bed (approx. 69.9 inches), a standard bed (approx. 79.4 inches), and a long bed (approx. 98.2 inches). The specific bed size available depends on the truck's cab configuration.
2009 Silverado 1500 bed sizes
- Short Bed: Approximately 69.969.969.9 inches (177.6177.6177.6 cm) long.
- Standard Bed: Approximately 79.479.479.4 inches (201.7201.7201.7 cm) long.
- Long Bed: Approximately 98.298.298.2 inches (249.4249.4249.4 cm) long.
Additional dimensions
- Height: The bed height is about 22.422.422.4 inches (56.956.956.9 cm) for all sizes.
- Width (between wheelhouses): The width between the wheelhouses is approximately 50.650.650.6 inches (128.5128.5128.5 cm) for all sizes.
- Width (at floor): The floor width is approximately 71.471.471.4 inches (181.3181.3181.3 cm) for all sizes.
- Cargo Volume:
- Short Bed: 62.962.962.9 cubic feet
- Standard Bed: 71.771.771.7 cubic feet
- Long Bed: 89.189.189.1 cubic feet
How wide is a 2009 Chevy Silverado 1500?
Dimensions
| Length | 230.2 in. |
|---|---|
| Overall width without mirrors | 79.9 in. |
| Height | 73.9 in. |
What is the width of a truck bed?
The width of a truck bed varies by make and model, but a key measurement is the width between the wheelhouses, which is commonly around 50 to 51 inches across many full-size trucks, designed to fit a standard 4-foot wide sheet of material. The overall width of the bed floor is typically larger, ranging from 50 to 71 inches or more depending on the truck and bed type.
Typical width measurements
- Between wheelhouses: Approximately 50–51 inches for most full-size trucks, which is a critical dimension for carrying certain materials.
- At the wheelhouses (floor width): This is the total width at the bed's floor. It can be around 71.4 inches for many full-size trucks, or closer to 53 inches for compact trucks like the Toyota Tacoma.
- Overall width: The total width of the bed can vary significantly based on the truck's size and whether it's a single or dual rear wheel setup. For example, a GM dual-rear-wheel truck can have a width of 97 inches.
Key takeaways
- The width between the wheelhouses is the most important dimension if you need to carry materials that are 4 feet wide, such as plywood or drywall.
- The overall width of the bed floor is less consistent across different truck models and is often not the most critical dimension for carrying standard materials.
