Cargo Net Size Guide: What Size Cargo Net Do I Need for My Truck Bed or Trailer?
Choosing the right size cargo net is the key to keeping your cargo secure, whether you’re hauling in a pickup truck or enclosed trailer. In this guide, we walk you through how to measure your space, choose the right fit, and understand the differences between types of cargo nets.
Quick Reference Cargo Net Size Guide
- Standard Enclosed Trailer: 82” x 82” heavy-duty trailer net for floor-to-ceiling coverage or 42” x 82” heavy-duty trailer net for half-height coverage.
- 5’ – 5.5’ Truck Bed: Short Cargo Net
- 5.5’ – 6.5’ Truck Bed: Standard Cargo Net
- 6.5’ – 8’ Truck Bed: Long Cargo Net
- Irregular loads/ loads that extend significantly above the bed rail: Use stretchable bungee nets
What Size Cargo Net Do I Need for My Truck Bed?
To understand the size cargo net for your truck bed, you must measure the length of the truck bed and estimate how far your cargo will extend above your bed rails.
Truck Bed Length |
Suggested Net |
Uses |
| 5’ – 5.5’ (Short Bed) |
Short Cargo Net |
Ideal for compact to mid-sized trucks (ex. Tacoma or Ranger) |
|
5.5’ – 6.5’ (Standard Bed) |
Standard Cargo Net | Fits most full-sized truck beds (ex. F-150 or Silverado) |
|
6.5’ – 8’ (Long Bed) |
Long Cargo Net | Suited for heavy-duty pickups with upgraded, longer beds. |
If you estimate that your load will rise above the top of the bed rails, consider sizing up. For example, if you have a 5.5’ truck bed, but you estimate your cargo will extend 1’ + above the bed rails, you should size up to the long cargo net. Or, consider a bungee net.
Bungee Cargo Nets
If your cargo rises significantly higher than your bed rails or is oddly shaped, consider a bungee cargo net. They stretch along your cargo and can accommodate many bed lengths and cargo sizes.
US Cargo Control offers two bungee net options:
Bungee Net |
Collapsed Size |
Stretched Maximum |
Best For.. |
| Small Bungee Net |
36” x 48” |
60” x 84” |
Compact trucks; smaller irregular cargo |
| 72” x 96” | 120” x 168” | Larger pickups; taller/larger irregular cargo |
What Size Cargo Net Do I Need for an Enclosed Trailer?
We make sizing easy for cargo nets being installed in enclosed trailers. US Cargo Control’s heavy-duty trailer nets are 82” wide and extend 94” to 110” across the width of a trailer, fitting most standard enclosed trailers. There are two sizes available – 82” tall or 42” tall.
82” x 82” cargo nets are best used at the back of the trailer to protect packages from falling out when the doors are opened. It provides floor-to-ceiling coverage for standard trailers.
42” x 82” cargo nets are often used to section off loads in enclosed trailers, and as a safety net to prevent items from falling when the doors are opened. These cover about half of a standard enclosed trailer height.
Still Not Sure What Size Cargo Net You Need?
Our team of product experts is here to help. Call us at (866) 444-9990, or email us at customerservice@uscargocontrol.com with your vehicle type and application, and we’ll help you choose the perfect fit.
What If I Need a Custom Cargo Net?
If you need a cargo net that is not one of our standard sizes, we offer custom solutions built to your needs. Contact our product experts or fill out our custom request form with more details, and our team will be in touch.
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