The DIRT Staff

Pickup trucks are fantastically versatile things. They can act as the rugged workhorse of the weekday, drop your kids at school, carry the family around on the weekend errands, and allow you to have a blast in the wilderness when the going gets tough and the tough gets going. However, you may have noticed that their very nature is an open bed for luggage. There are many solutions to improve the basic design for carring loads, such as tonneau covers, full canopies, and truck bed organizer systems. And it's the latter that we're going to look at today.

The brand we are focusing on is Decked, a renowned name that produces quality off-road gear for the discerning enthusiast. Organizers can take the form of a drawer system, which is how the Decked system works, retaining the versatility of your truck's bed while allowing you access to covered and lockable storage. Let's look at some of the options offered by Decked.

Features Of Decked Truck Bed Storage System

Decked offers a variety of truck bed storage systems available at 4 Wheel Parts. When purchasing a truck bed organizer, it's important to ensure that it fits your vehicle. Truck bed lengths vary from model to model, and here are some of Decked's options for popular bed lengths. Decked's offerings are built from 100% recycled high-density polyurethane that's co-molded to a stainless steel subframe which also incorporates a degree of recycled steel, so there's an environmental benefit as well.

Decked Truck Bed Organizer DF4

Decked's DF4 is rated for truck beds coming in at 5 feet 6 inches in length and will run you $1,449.99. It's a universal fit product that doesn't require any drilling. Each drawer is rated to hold up to 200lbs, while rolling on sealed-bearing wheels. The deck bed payload is 2,000lbs. The installation or removal time is said to be just 20 minutes.

Decked Midsize Truck Bed Organizer MF3

The Decked MF3 is a universal-fit mid-size offering that's just 5 feet in length. Its drawers are able to support up to 200lb of load, while the deck bed itself can bear up to 2,000lb which is admittedly more than some mid-sized trucks are rated for, so be sure to check before you load things up to the maximum. The MF3 comes in at $1,449.99.

Decked Truck Bed Organizer DT1

The Decked DT1 is a Toyota Tundra-specific offering that caters to a 5 foot 7 inch bed length. It carries similar specifications to the rest of the Decked range, such as a 200lbs load per weatherproof drawer. There's no drilling required, as the $1,449.99 DT1 attaches to the existing tie-downs in the Tundra. You can also find a stainless-steel edge guard ruler and bottle opener for when you want to crack open a cold drink and enjoy the view.

Decked Truck Bed Organizer DG4

Decked'd DG4 is made for longer truck beds, as it's 6 feet 7 inches in length. Its properties are the same as many of the others here, with the 200lb per weatherproof drawer load, and the stainless-steel edge guard ruler and bottle opener. It also costs $1,449.99, which is a steal for its size and features.

Decked Truck Bed Organizer DS3

Decked's DS3 is purpose-built for the Ford Super Duty range with an aluminum bed coming in at 6 feet 9 inches in length. Properties are the same as the other options here, and the price is $1,449.99, as you may have guessed by now. However, you should note that the DS3 doesn't work with a factory tailgate step.

Decked Truck Bed Organizer DR4

The Decked DR4 is a solid 6 feet 4-inch option that costs, you get no prizes for guessing, $1,449.99. Properties are the same as the rest of the range.

Pros Of Truck Bed Drawer Storage

A significant benefit of truck bed drawer storage is the versatility it creates. You can organize and categorize your luggage, as options such as Decked's range come with 'ammo cans' that provide side storage which is ideal for smaller tools or beverage cans.

Direct fit truck bed drawers do not require any modification to your truck, particularly drilling, as they utilize the factory infrastructure already present on board. This means you preserve the originality of your vehicle which is vital for many discerning off-roaders and will alleviate fears of harming resale values.

Decked's offerings are renowned for being plug-and-play units that fit perfectly in a correctly matched truck bed and offer smooth operation of the drawers, which is praised in many reviews. The 2,000lb payload is also considered ample for most needs.

Cons of Truck Bed Drawer Storage

The major drawback for many is to justify spending over $1,000 on a truck bed organizer drawer system unless it's regularly used to its full potential. Decked's solutions have also have an inability to fully extend the drawers, making accessibility and cleaning a bit more complicated.

Another negative factor is that a truck bed drawer storage system increases the height of your truck bed's effective luggage area by several inches, which is significant if you use the load space on a regular basis. This also makes it less convenient to carry taller objects, as they are less protected by the sides of the bed.

Oodles of Options at 4 Wheel Parts

At 4 Wheel Parts, we've got hundreds of results for truck bed drawers. If you're in the market for the Decked system, another truck bed storage solution, or any off-road part you can think of, chances are you'll find it in our inventory. We've got over 90 stores nationwide, so there may be one closer than you think.

If you prefer shopping from your fingertips, hit up our website, where you can browse our entire range. With six distribution centers scattered strategically across the nation, your purchases will be at your doorstep, pronto. Don't forget to ask about our price-matching as well, as we believe you should enjoy the best value for money.