Will a sheet of plywood fit in a Ford Maverick?
A standard 4x8 sheet of plywood will not fit in a Ford Maverick in one piece. You’ll need to cut it down or use an alternative transport method.
Bed dimensions and the fit math you need to know
Understanding the Maverick’s bed size helps explain why a full sheet won’t go in flat. The short-bed Maverick offers about a 54-inch (4.5-foot) long cargo area and roughly 41 inches of usable width between the wheel wells. Even with the tailgate down, the interior space is still a rectangle whose longest possible straight line, the bed diagonal, is only about 68 inches. A typical sheet of plywood measures 96 inches by 48 inches, far exceeding both the available bed length and the available width.
- Bed length: approximately 54 inches
- Bed width (between wheel wells): about 41 inches
- Bed diagonal (tailgate down or up): around 68 inches
- Plywood sheet size: typically 96 inches by 48 inches
In practical terms, a single 4x8 sheet cannot lie flat within the Maverick’s bed, even with the tailgate lowered, because the sheet’s length vastly exceeds the bed’s diagonal space. The result is that the sheet won’t fit in one piece inside the truck.
Practical options if you need plywood for a project
Several workable strategies exist when you’re driving a Maverick and need plywood. The following approaches are commonly used by DIYers and professionals alike.
- Cut the plywood into smaller pieces that fit inside the bed. For example, break it into pieces that are shorter than 54 inches in length and narrow enough to fit within the 41-inch width, then secure them with straps.
- Use a trailer or borrow/rent a larger pickup with a longer bed so you can transport full sheets without cutting.
- Have the plywood pre-cut to size at the lumberyard or home improvement store and then haul the prepared pieces in the Maverick.
- Consider professional delivery services that bring plywood directly to the job site, avoiding the need to transport in a Maverick.
- As a last resort, explore roof-loading options only if your vehicle’s roof can safely support the load and you follow local laws; confirm the Maverick’s roof load rating and securement requirements first.
When loading any large panel, always secure the cargo, avoid overhangs that violate local regulations, and drive carefully to prevent damage to the sheet, the truck, and other road users.
Conclusion
Bottom line: the Ford Maverick’s bed does not accommodate a full 4x8 sheet of plywood in one piece. If you must haul plywood, plan on cutting it into smaller pieces that fit the bed or use a trailer, a larger truck, or a delivery service. Proper securing and adherence to local load regulations are essential.
Summary: A standard 4x8 plywood sheet cannot fit inside a Maverick’s bed. To move plywood with a Maverick, cut the sheet into suitably sized pieces that fit the bed or rely on an alternative transport method such as a trailer or professional delivery.
