How wide is the F-150 bed between wheel wells?
The space between the F-150’s wheel wells in the cargo bed is roughly 50 inches (about 127 cm), a measurement that remains fairly consistent across common bed lengths. This width affects what you can haul and what aftermarket organizers fit.
What the width means
The bed width between wheel wells, sometimes called the between-wheelhouses width, is the clear distance from the inner edge of one wheel well to the inner edge of the other, measured inside the bed. It determines how long a flat object can lie across the bed without being supported by the wheel wells.
Bed configurations and typical width
Ford F-150 is offered with several bed lengths. In practice, the internal width between wheel wells is about the same across these configurations, though there can be slight rounding variations depending on year and cab style.
The following common configurations show the approximate width between wheel wells for the F-150.
- 5.5-foot bed: approximately 50.0 inches between wheel wells (about 127 cm)
- 6.5-foot bed: approximately 50.0 inches between wheel wells (about 127 cm)
- 8-foot bed: approximately 50.0 inches between wheel wells (about 127 cm)
Conclusion: The width between wheel wells is broadly constant across bed lengths, which is convenient for planning hauling long items with even load distribution.
Factors that can affect the effective width
Note that the measurement can vary slightly due to aftermarket bed liners, bed accessories, or the presence of a factory cargo management system. If you need precise clearance for a custom insert or accessory, measure your specific truck's bed width.
Practical implications for payload and accessories
Knowing the between-wheel-well width helps you pick storage boxes, cargo dividers, and bed mats, and informs whether certain items will sit flat without contacting the wheel wells.
Summary
The F-150’s bed typically offers about 50 inches of width between the wheel wells, consistent across standard bed lengths. For exact measurements on a specific year and configuration, consult Ford's official spec sheet or measure directly in your truck’s bed.
