How wide is a DRW truck?
A typical DRW pickup is about 80 inches wide across the body and roughly 100 inches wide with standard mirrors. Exact figures vary by model year and trim, so check the specific spec sheet for your truck.
Width measurements depend on what you’re measuring: the body width (excluding mirrors) versus the overall width (including mirrors and bumper projections). Dual rear wheels can influence the rear track, but the overall exterior footprint is largely driven by the mirror setup and fender design. Here’s what you need to know to gauge space for parking, garages, and road lanes.
What DRW means and how width is measured
DRW stands for dual rear wheels, meaning the truck has two wheels on each rear axle. Width can be reported in two common ways:
- Body width (excluding mirrors): the distance across the vehicle’s widest point at the body, typically around 79–80 inches for full-size DRW pickups.
- Overall width (including mirrors): the distance from the far edge of one outside mirror to the far edge of the opposite outside mirror, commonly about 98–100 inches, with extended tow mirrors potentially reaching about 102 inches.
Understanding these two measurements helps explain why the same DRW truck can feel different in a driveway versus a highway lane. For precise numbers, consult the current manufacturer specifications for the exact year and model you’re considering.
Representative model footprints (rough guide)
Below are representative figures for common DRW trucks; figures can vary with year and configuration, so rely on the official spec sheets for the exact numbers.
- Ford F-Series Super Duty DRW (F-350, F-450): body width around 80 inches; overall width with standard mirrors about 100 inches; extended mirrors can push toward 102 inches.
- Ram 3500: similar footprint to Ford, with about 80 inches body width and roughly 100 inches overall width with mirrors (extended mirrors may increase width to around 102 inches).
- Chevrolet Silverado 3500 / GMC Sierra 3500: typical body width near 80 inches; overall width around 100 inches with standard mirrors.
These ranges reflect common configurations and are meant to guide parking, garage sizing, and lane planning. Always verify the exact width for your specific model year and trim level.
Practical considerations for drivers and parking
DRW trucks, with their dual rear wheels, occupy more space than their SRW counterparts. When evaluating garages, driveways, and parking spaces, factor in the overall width with mirrors and any aftermarket tow mirrors. In urban areas and narrow streets, lane width and curb clearance can become more critical, so plan routes accordingly and consider mirror folding options where available.
Summary
In most modern DRW pickups, the body width sits around 80 inches, and the overall width with standard mirrors is typically near 100 inches. Variations by model year and mirror configuration can shift numbers by a couple of inches, so always check the exact spec sheet for your year and trim to ensure accurate measurements for parking, gate entries, and garage clearances.
