Does the ACS FORGED require drilling to install?

No. The ACS FORGED is a bolt-on bed rack that comes with all mounting hardware and installs with basic hand tools.

Which Ford trucks and bed lengths does it fit?

It fits the Ford Maverick, Ranger, Ranger Raptor, Raptor, F-150 (including Lightning), and F-250/F-350/F-450 across bed lengths from 4'6" to 8', with model coverage from 1999-2026. Select your exact model, year, and bed length to get the correct part number.

What is the load capacity?

The ACS FORGED is rated at 1,400 lbs static (parked), 800 lbs on-road dynamic, and 400 lbs off-road dynamic.

Can I make the rack taller?

Yes. Standard rack height is 23 inches, and you can add up to 4 inches with the Forged Riser Kit.

Will my existing rack accessories fit?

The ACS FORGED fits most T-20 slot Thule, Rhino-Rack, and Yakima accessories, and it's fully upgradable with Leitner's expanding accessory range using the patented TrakLok mounting system.

Active Cargo System - FORGED - Ford

Leitner Designs ACS FORGED aluminum bed rack on a Ford truck

Leitner Designs ACS FORGED bed rack on a Ford, angled view

Leitner Designs ACS FORGED Ford bed rack detail, view 2

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Leitner Designs ACS FORGED Ford TrakLok modular mounting detail

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Ford Maverick 4'6" ft. Bed | Ford Maverick ACS FORGED 4'6" ft. Bed - Leitner Designs

Ford Ranger 5' ft. Bed | Ford Ranger ACS FORGED 5' ft. Bed - Leitner Designs

Ford Ranger 6' ft. Bed | Ford Ranger ACS FORGED 6' ft. Bed - Leitner Designs

Ford Raptor 5'6" ft. Bed | Ford Raptor ACS FORGED 5'6" ft. Bed - Leitner Designs

Ford F-150 5'6" ft. Bed | Ford F-150 ACS FORGED 5'6" ft. Bed - Leitner Designs

Ford F-150 6'6" ft. Bed | Ford F-150 ACS FORGED 6'6" ft. Bed - Leitner Designs

Ford F-250 6'8" ft. Bed | Ford F-250 ACS FORGED 6'8" ft. Bed - Leitner Designs

Ford F-350 6'8" ft. Bed | Ford F-350 ACS FORGED 6'8" ft. Bed - Leitner Designs

Ford F-150 8' ft. Bed | Ford F-150 ACS FORGED 8' ft. Bed - Leitner Designs

Ford F-250 8' ft. Bed | Ford F-250 ACS FORGED 8' ft. Bed - Leitner Designs

Ford F-350 8' ft. Bed | Ford F-350 ACS FORGED 8' ft. Bed - Leitner Designs

Ford 8' ft. Bed | Ford ACS FORGED 8' ft. Bed - Leitner Designs

ACS ROOF | Over Cab Platform Rack for FORD SUPERDUTY - Leitner Designs

Leitner Designs ACS FORGED bed rack on a Ford, lifestyle photo

Active Cargo System - FORGED - Ford - Leitner Designs

Active Cargo System - FORGED - Ford

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The ACS FORGED is the Next-generation Active Cargo System from Leitner Designs. The ACS FORGED features extreme load-carrying capability thanks to its single-piece aluminum alloy uprights and custom 10.9 Alloy steel fasteners.

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Sliding load bar: Allows you to load large items such as motorcycles and mounted bikes with a twist of a knob - U.S. Patent 9586629

Optional integrated Gear Pods: Give you locking, water-resistant storage within easy reach. The pods follow the vehicle body lines to reduce wind noise and give the system a factory race look! Gear Pod - U.S. Patent 10259508

Custom Black fasteners: The grade 10.9 fasteners are especially designed and manufactured just for the ACS FORGED. The Black Zi-Ni coating is the toughest on the market, and each bolt is precoated with Loctite to prevent loosening under extreme vibration.

Specifications: FORGED Active Cargo System

85 lbs. light
23” Tall when measured from top of bed caps
Aluminum alloy construction
Grade 10.9 black Zn-Ni coated fasteners
Heavy-duty 2.0” square load bars
Rubber wind diffuser/ load pad to keep your cargo from shifting
Quad-rail load beam design for endless mounting options
Fits many Thule, Rhino-Rack, and Yakima accessories
Zinc plated and power coated steel brackets
Fully upgradable with an ever-growing line of accessories.
Off-Road Dynamic Weight Capacity | 400
On-Road Dynamic Weight Capacity | 800
Parked Static Weight Capacity | 1400
Compatible with DECKED storage system
Designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA
U.S. Patent 9586629

USER GUIDE

ACS FORGED FORD INSTALL INSTRUCTIONS (PDF)

ACS FORGED FORD MAVERICK INSTALL INSTRUCTIONS (PDF)

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