Bradford Built Stepside Truck Bed
The Bradford Built Stepside brings vintage pickup style into the modern era—without sacrificing strength or function. Featuring bold flared fenders and rugged all-steel construction, this bed is made for professionals who demand both performance and personality. Whether you’re loading up for a job or showing off at a truck meet, the Stepside makes a bold statement—and gets the work done.
✅ Fits Dodge Mega Cab Dually Shortbed Trucks Only
🔧 Key Features
🚘 Classic Stepside Look
Retro curves meet real muscle. Signature flared rear fenders and smooth body lines echo vintage trucks, while the updated build gives you the strength and features of a modern workhorse.
🏗️ Heavy-Duty Steel Construction
Made from thick, all-steel materials and coated in a corrosion-resistant black powder finish, this bed is built to last through tough conditions—on or off the jobsite.
⚙️ Built-In Hitch Options
Take on serious hauling with integrated hitch options:
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Gooseneck Hitch: 30,000 lb. rated, recessed 2 5/16″ ball
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Receiver Hitch: 2.5″ rated for 24,000 lb. towing and 1,800 lb. tongue weight
Whether for work or play, the Stepside has the muscle to pull heavy.
💡 Full LED Lighting Package
Equipped with LED stop, reverse, and marker lights for better visibility and safety. A sealed wiring harness ensures reliable performance in all weather.
🛡️ Headache Rack with Built-In Lights
The treadplate steel rack protects your cab while adding integrated LED lighting for a clean, functional finish.
🧰 Fender-Integrated Toolboxes
Four lockable toolboxes built into the flared fenders keep your gear secure—without sacrificing style or space.
🔄 Fold-Down Steel Side Rails
Durable 4″ steel sides fold down for forklift loading and wide cargo access. Keep loads secure or drop the sides for full versatility.
📦 Flat Steel Deck with Tapered Corners
A strong, spacious deck gives you flexibility, while the tapered rear corners make tight turns and trailer hookups easier.
🛡️ Factory-Installed Mud Flaps
Protect your truck and keep things clean with rugged mud flaps that come standard.
🛠️ Optional Factory Upgrades
Customize your Stepside bed with these add-ons:
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3″ Receiver Hitch
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Camera & Sensor Brackets (for OEM system integration)
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Fuel Sump & Fill Options (matched to your truck’s tank layout)
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Custom Toolboxes or Lighting Packages
⚠️ Hitch Capacity Guidelines
The included 2.5″ hitch is rated for 24,000 lbs towing and 1,800 lbs tongue weight, but safe use depends on:
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Proper trailer load distribution
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Experience with heavy towing
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Use of fully rated components
⚠️ Note: Older Stepside beds with 2″ receivers are not rated for 24,000 lbs.
🏗️ Frame Reinforcement Tips
To safely tow at maximum capacity, reinforce the hitch to your truck’s frame using structural steel at approximately a 45° angle. You can either:
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Bolt into the pre-cut upright tube holes, or
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Weld directly to the frame or bumper
This reinforcement ensures long-term towing strength and protects your truck from structural stress.
