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Bed Racks for the Ford Ranger and Chevy Colorado

Updated 2026-11-12. Prices shown are the latest the site has recorded and can change. Some links may pay a small commission at no cost to you (disclosure).

Our picks

Confirm year, cab and bed length on the seller's page; 5-foot and 6-foot beds take different racks.

Best Ranger rack

BillieBars Ford Ranger (2019-Present), Low Profile Bed Rack$594.15 at BillieBars

For 2019-and-later Rangers. BillieBars publishes an 800 lb dynamic rating for this low-profile rack, the highest of any Ranger rack we list, at $594.15.

Best tall Ranger rack

Xtrusion Overland Ford Ranger Custom Height XTR1 Bed Rack$1,699.99 at Xtrusion Overland

Custom height, so a tent can sit level with the cab, and Xtrusion publishes 450 lb off-road dynamic. $1,699.99.

Best Colorado/Canyon rack

BillieBars Colorado & Canyon (2015-Present), Low Profile Bed Rack$594.15 at BillieBars

For 2015-and-later Colorados and Canyons, with a published 800 lb dynamic rating, at $594.15.

Best full Colorado/Canyon rack

Ruff Rax 2015-2026 Chevy Colorado / GMC Canyon 5 ft Bed Rack$2,394.99 at Off Road Tents

A 5-foot-bed rack with MOLLE panels, rated 450 lb dynamic and 1,350 lb static by Ruff Rax. $2,394.99.

Picks are based on published specs and current prices, not hands-on testing. Prices change; each product page shows the latest.

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The midsize trucks that aren't Tacomas get fewer bed rack options, but not few. We list 23 bed racks that fit the Ford Ranger and 32 that fit the Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon, from $510 to $2,800. Some are cut for one truck. Others are universal racks sized by bed length.

Fitment here comes from each listing's title or its own fitment notes. Confirm your year, cab and bed length on the seller's page before you buy; a 5-foot and a 6-foot bed take different racks.

Truck-specific or universal

A truck-specific rack uses the bed's own mounting points or rails and is cut to fit your bed exactly. It usually installs without drilling and looks like it belongs. A universal rack clamps to the bed rails and adjusts for width and length. It's often cheaper and moves with you to your next truck, but check the clamp style against your bed cover.

Height, toppers and covers

Low racks keep a tent below the cab for less wind noise. Cab-height racks put the tent level with the roof, so it's easier to pair with a roof rack. If you run a soft topper or a tonneau cover, buy a rack designed for it, since most racks block a cover from opening. We flag the ones whose titles say so.

Load ratings

A rooftop tent needs a rack whose published dynamic rating covers the tent's weight plus whatever else rides up top. Few bed rack listings publish one; where they do, we show it. Our rack load rating guide explains dynamic and static numbers.

Ford Ranger bed racks, by price

Chevy Colorado / GMC Canyon bed racks, by price

See all bed racks, or the Tacoma, Tundra and Gladiator bed rack comparison.

How to choose a bed rack

Decide what goes on it. A tent needs a rack with a published dynamic rating. Bikes, boats and boxes are lighter and can go on almost anything. If a tent might come later, buy a rated rack now.

Pick a height. Low racks keep loads below the cab for less wind and noise. Cab-height racks line up with the roof, so a long tent or a roof rack can bridge the two. Mid-height racks leave room under the rack for bins, a fridge or a spare.

Check what's under it. Bed covers, toppers and tool boxes all conflict with racks. If you run a tonneau or a soft topper, look for a rack made for it. If you want the bed fully open for hauling, look at racks that remove quickly.

Fitment specifics

What to avoid

Universal vs truck-specific, revisited

A universal rack can move with you to your next truck, and that's worth something if you change trucks often. A truck-specific rack fits better and usually uses factory mounting points. If you're keeping the truck, buy the specific one.

FAQ

Do I need a bed rack for a rooftop tent on a Ranger or Colorado?

Not strictly, but a bed rack puts the tent over the frame, where it can usually carry more than the cab roof. Pick one with a published dynamic rating that covers the tent and gear.

Will a Tacoma bed rack fit a Ranger or Colorado?

Not unless the maker lists it. Bed widths, rail heights and mounting points differ.

Can I use a bed rack with a tonneau cover?

Only with a rack built for that cover. Most racks block a cover from opening.

What height bed rack should I get?

Low for less wind noise, cab height if you want the tent level with the roof, mid height for room underneath.

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