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What size bed is the F-150 compared to the Silverado?

The bed sizes offered by the Ford F-150 and the Chevrolet Silverado are similar, with three options a piece, but the exact measurements differ by a few inches. In short, the F-150 provides 5.5-foot, 6.5-foot, and 8-foot beds, while the Silverado uses 5'8", 6'7", and 8' long boxes. The longest option (8 feet) is common to both. This article breaks down the sizes and what they mean for cargo and practicality.


Bed size options by model


Ford F-150 bed sizes


Below are the commonly offered bed lengths for the Ford F-150, shown in both feet and inches for clarity.



  • 5.5 feet (66 inches) Short Box

  • 6.5 feet (78 inches) Standard Box

  • 8 feet (96 inches) Long Box


Bottom line: Ford's F-150 commonly rolls out three bed lengths that fit a variety of cab configurations, with the long bed enabling maximum cargo space. Availability can vary by trim and cab style.


Chevrolet Silverado bed sizes


Here are the Silverado 1500 bed lengths typically available, described in both feet and inches.



  • 5 feet 8 inches (68.9 inches) Short Box

  • 6 feet 7 inches (79 inches) Standard Box

  • 8 feet (96 inches) Long Box


Bottom line: The Silverado also offers three bed lengths, with the short box slightly longer than the F-150’s short bed and the standard box roughly similar in length. As with the F-150, availability depends on cab configuration and model year.


Side-by-side comparison


How the two trucks stack up side by side, with a focus on cargo length and practical implications.



  • Short bed comparison: F-150 5.5 ft (66 in) vs Silverado 5 ft 8 in (68.9 in) — Silverado’s short box is about 2 inches longer.

  • Standard bed comparison: F-150 6.5 ft (78 in) vs Silverado 6 ft 7 in (79 in) — Silverado is about 1 inch longer.

  • Long bed: Both offer an 8 ft bed (96 inches) in many configurations.


Overall, the bed-length differences are modest and usually hinge on cab configuration and trim. When choosing, buyers should confirm the exact bed length for their desired cab and trim to ensure the fit meets their cargo needs.


Summary


Both the Ford F-150 and Chevrolet Silverado offer three bed-length options: F-150 (5.5 ft, 6.5 ft, 8 ft) and Silverado (5'8", 6'7", 8 ft). The Silverado’s short bed tends to be about 2 inches longer than the F-150’s short bed, while the standard beds are almost identical in length, and both have an 8-foot long bed option. For precise choices, verify bed length availability for your specific cab configuration and model year with a dealer.

What Chevy truck is comparable to a F-150?


Silverado 1500 vs. Ford F-150 | Pickup Trucks | Chevrolet.



What F-150 has a 6.5 ft bed?


2022 Ford F-150 Bed Options & Model Availability

Cab StyleBed SizeTrim Availability
Super Cab6.5 ft.XL, XLT, LARIAT
Super Cab8 ft.XL, XLT, LARIAT
SuperCrew5.5 ft.XL, XLT, LARIAT, King Ranch®, Platinum, Limited, Tremor®, Raptor®
SuperCrew6.5 ft.XL, XLT, LARIAT, King Ranch, Platinum



What size bed is the F-150 compared to the Silverado?


The Silverado 1500 has Regular Cab, Double Cab, and Crew Cab forms. Box lengths include 8.2-foot, 6.6-foot, and 5.8-foot bed lengths. You'll find the used F-150 trucks with Regular Cab, Crew Cab, or SuperCrew bodies with 8-foot, 6.5-foot, or 5.5-foot bed lengths.



What size bed does a Ford F-150 have?


A Ford F-150 is available with three bed lengths: 5.5 feet, 6.5 feet, and 8 feet. The specific bed size depends on the cab configuration, with the 5.5-foot bed only available with the SuperCrew cab, while the Regular and SuperCab can be paired with the 6.5-foot or 8-foot beds. 

Bed Size Approximate Length Available with Cab Types
5.5-foot 67.1 inches SuperCrew
6.5-foot 78.9 inches Regular Cab, SuperCab, and SuperCrew
8-foot 97.6 inches Regular Cab and SuperCab
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