Bed Length on TR40?

[Hughlysses]

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Does anyone know the bed length on the TR40? One source claimed it's 6 feet, but it has to be shorter than that comparing photos of the 7.5 foot bed on the TR20.

I'm mainly wondering if it's long enough to haul a motorcycle with the tailgate down.

[Hughlysses]

Finally answered my own question. According to the Aussie site, the bed on the 4-door is 1489 mm long which is 58.62 inches. Bed depth is 550 mm which is 21.65 inches.

I figure my motorcycle will fit with the tailgate down with not much room to spare. I can live with that.

[palmtree]

Yes, that bed is big enough for me too. I would be replacing a Ford focus station wagon. So it wouldn't have to be very big to be an improvement. It does however need to get at least 30 miles per gallon or I will not be able to justify buying it.

[TXBlackKnight]

Too bad the bed length isn't 6 feet, I would have no problem getting the TR40 then. I guess I will just have to wait until they show up and look at it.

[mahindramike]

91.92" on Regular cab and 60.31" on Crew Cab.

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[schlitz]

I wonder why they didn't go 5 inches more on the long bed and made it so it would take an 8 foot plywood and close the tailgate. Seems to me it would sell better here in the US.

[pee wee]

In addition to making the box longer, they would need to make it wider to allow the ply to sit between the wheel wells. I think they are hoping to sell the same bodywork in many markets around the world, so it's a cost thing. I don't know if plywood is 4 feet by 8 feet everywhere in the world, it would surprise me if it were.
That said, it would be nice if the bed fit a sheet of ply because I carry it pretty often. I also carry lumber and molding up to 16 feet . . .

[AZDzlPickUp]

Seems to be more than a a few things to make you go hmmm...

[Daper Dan]

Originally Posted by pee wee

In addition to making the box longer, they would need to make it wider to allow the ply to sit between the wheel wells. I think they are hoping to sell the same bodywork in many markets around the world, so it's a cost thing. I don't know if plywood is 4 feet by 8 feet everywhere in the world, it would surprise me if it were.
That said, it would be nice if the bed fit a sheet of ply because I carry it pretty often. I also carry lumber and molding up to 16 feet . . .

I have one on my 92 Ranger and have hauled 16' 2x4's / plywood & drywall.
It may not look as functional but leaves the bed open for other goodies.

[blue7.3]

Originally Posted by Daper Dan

I have one on my 92 Ranger and have hauled 16' 2x4's / plywood & drywall.
It may not look as functional but leaves the bed open for other goodies.

Yup, lumber racks are outstanding tools! I expect one or more to show up on the market after the truck launches. A cross-bed tool box is another great tool to have on board (I use mine as the "trunk" since the 7.3 is a regular cab).
cheers,
-pete