Measurement Guide
Table Of Contents
- Instructions for Measuring Your Truck Bed for a UWS Tool Box or Transfer Tank Truck tool boxes and transfer tanks can add extra utility and function to your pickup truck. However, getting the wrong size tool box or transfer tank can be quite frustra...
- Key Considerations & Definitions to Know Before Starting
- Written, Step-by-Step Instructions for Measuring Your Truck Bed for a Tool Box or Transfer Tank
- Step 1: Start by Measuring the Exterior Bed Rail Width — From A to B
- Step 2: Measure the Interior Wheel Well Rail Width — From C to D
- Step 3: For Transfer Tank Fitment, Measure the Wheel Well Width — From E to F
- Step 4: Measure the Vertical Bed Depth — From G to H
- Step 5: Measure the Length from the Forward Bulkhead to the Wheel Well Hump — From I to K
- Step 6: For Towing Applications, Measure the Length from the Forward Bulkhead to Tow Hitch — From I to J (Optional)
- Finally, You're Ready to Make Your Purchase & Install Your Truck Bed Tool Box or Transfer Tank
To get this measurement, subtract the length from the bulkhead to the hitch from the tool box
or transfer tank width.
In the example above: 36" – 20" = 16".
The final number should be 6" or greater or the tool box or transfer tank may interfere with the
5th wheel or gooseneck hitch.
Finally, You're Ready to Make Your Purchase & Install
Your Truck Bed Tool Box or Transfer Tank
Once you've done the work and taken the measurements to ensure the truck tool box or
transfer tank you like will fit your truck bed, it's safe to make your purchase and then install
your new product.
UWS offers a large variety of truck tool boxes and truck transfer tanks, so take your time when
considering a tool box for truck or transfer tank for truck to ensure that it fits your needs and
requirements.
From our crossover tool boxes and transfer tanks, to our utility chest boxes and side-mount tool
boxes, UWS has many truck tool boxes and truck transfer tank options for your truck. UWS tool
boxes are designed and proudly assembled in the USA, and are made to last using the highest
quality parts and materials.