Ram 1500 Pre-configured Bed Rack (Tapered Bed) | XTR3 Popular Builds + MOLLE Packages

The XTR3 Pre-configured Bed Rack for Dodge Ram 1500 (Tapered Bed) comes ready to roll out with mid-height and cab-height options. It gives you our 6-column, max-modularity flagship rack designed to grow with your truck. Skip the guesswork: choose your rack configuration, then outfit it with our pre-configured accessory packages as your build evolves.

Bed Geometry Note: Dodge Ram trucks come in both straight and tapered bed configurations. This listing is optimized for the tapered bed variant. Please verify your bed measurement and rail spacing before ordering to ensure proper fit.

Unlike fixed sheet-metal racks, the XTR3 is built from T-slot aluminum extrusion so your setup can change as your truck build evolves. Mount rooftop tent accessories, recovery boards, awnings, water storage, fuel cans, bikes, kayaks, ladders, conduit, lumber, and jobsite gear without locking your truck into one permanent layout.

What it does

Attaches directly to the factory bed rails using the included bedrail brackets, which mount directly to the truck’s bed rails without drilling any holes. It turns your Ram 1500 bed into a fully modular cargo platform: carry a rooftop tent, awning, recovery gear, fuel, and water on top, while keeping the bed underneath free for daily use. Works as a Dodge Ram ladder rack, a cargo rack for lumber and conduit, or a no-nonsense overland basecamp — built from solid T-slot aluminum, not flimsy sheet metal.

Built for the Dodge Ram 1500

The XTR3 Pre-configured is engineered to bolt directly to the Dodge Ram 1500’s factory bed rails. It comes in mid-height and cab-height options so you get the exact fit for your needs. The uprights are pre-cut and pre-drilled for a clean, flush mount. It’s not a universal bracket forced to fit — it’s purpose-built for the geometry and rail spacing of the Ram 1500.

Why XTR3 is different

The XTR3 is our 6-column, max-modularity flagship bed rack and the evolution of the Xtrusion Overland rack system. Its open design provides unmatched side access, maximum accessory compatibility, and a highly adaptable layout that thrives on serious overland builds, heavy work trucks, and complex daily drivers. It comes with 6 uprights (two in each front and rear quadrant), 3 top crossbars, 4 side braces, and 3 top support braces. Fully adjustable quadrants let you reconfigure your rack layout from front to back in minutes.

• Solid extruded aluminum — the strongest, lightest, most modular material on the market, with no rust and no sacrifice in features.
• T-slot on every linear surface — near-infinite mounting points; mount anything in any position and reconfigure in minutes.
• 6 uprights (providing unmatched load distribution) — ideal for heavy overland gear, roof tops, winches, and commercial tooling.
• Pre-configured options — start with a 6-column foundation and add accessories like MOLLE panels, AXS Gates, and slide-out storage exactly when you need them.

Choose XTR3 if you...

Want more than just a rack. It is the starting point for a modular truck system. Start with the bed rack, then add accessories as your needs change. Depending on your setup, the XTR3 can work with MOLLE panels, AXS Gates, slide-out storage, recovery gear mounts, lighting, water storage, and other rack-mounted accessories.

Because the rack is built around T-slot extrusion, you can continue adapting the layout instead of replacing the entire system as your build grows.

What’s included

• 3 Top Crossbars
• 6 Uprights (Columns)
• 3 Top Support Braces (1530 Black)
• 4 Side Braces (1530 Black)
• 6 Bedrail Brackets (connect uprights to your Ram bed rails)
• 4 Top Corner Brackets (connect crossbars and uprights)
• All screws and hardware required for assembly
• Set of Black XTR Off-Road Reinforcement Plates ($110 value)
• Metal Handle Kit — Set of 4 ($40 value)
• 16 pcs Drop-In T-Nuts — 5/16-8 ($12 value)
• 16 pcs Button Head Screws — 5/16-8 x 5/8" ($8.80 value)

Pre-configured Accessory Packages

• Package 1: Bed Rack only
• Package 2: Bed Rack + 8 MOLLE Plates (12x9 plates for mid-height racks & 16x11 plates for cab-height racks)
• Package 3A: Bed Rack + 8 MOLLE Plates + 1x AXS Gate Kit + 1x Slide Out
• Package 3B: Bed Rack + 8 MOLLE Plates + 2x AXS Gate Kits
• Package 3C: Bed Rack + 8 MOLLE Plates + 2x Slide Out Kits

Specifications

Rated capacity (evenly distributed): 450 lb dynamic off-road, 850 lb dynamic on-road, 1,550 lb static — or OEM bed rail capacity, whichever is less.

Looking for something a little different?

We build XTR1 and XTR3 racks for every Ram 1500 setup — pick the one for your bed:

• XTR1 Pre-Configured Bed Rack (Straight Bed): Ram 1500 XTR1 Pre-configured Bed Rack (Straight)
• XTR1 Pre-Configured Bed Rack (Tapered Bed): Ram 1500 XTR1 Pre-configured Bed Rack (Tapered)
• XTR1 Bed Rack for Dodge/Ram 1500 Straight Bed (Custom): Ram 1500 XTR1 Custom Height Bed Rack (Straight)
• XTR1 Bed Rack for Dodge/Ram 1500 Tapered Bed (Custom): Ram 1500 XTR1 Custom Height Bed Rack (Tapered)
• XTR1 Bed Rack for Soft Topper Cover - Dodge/Ram 1500 Select Straight or Tapered Bed: Ram 1500 XTR1 Soft Topper Bed Rack
• XTR1 Bed Rack for Retrax XR Cover - Dodge Ram 1500 - Straight Bed: Ram 1500 XTR1 Retrax XR Build (Straight)
• XTR1 Bed Rack for Retrax XR Cover - Dodge Ram 1500 - Tapered Bed: Ram 1500 XTR1 Retrax XR Build (Tapered)
• Ram 1500 Pre-Configured Bed Rack (Straight Bed) | XTR3: Ram 1500 XTR3 Pre-configured Bed Rack (Straight)
• Ram 1500 Overland Bed Rack | XTR3 Custom Height - Straight Bed: Ram 1500 XTR3 Custom Height Bed Rack (Straight)
• Ram 1500 Overland Bed Rack | XTR3 Custom Height - Tapered Bed: Ram 1500 XTR3 Custom Height Bed Rack (Tapered)
• Ram 1500 Bed Rack for Soft Topper Covers | XTR3: Ram 1500 XTR3 Soft Topper Bed Rack
• Dodge Ram 1500 Bed Rack for Retrax XR Covers | XTR3 (Straight Bed): Ram 1500 XTR3 Retrax XR Build (Straight)
• Dodge Ram 1500 Bed Rack for Retrax XR Covers | XTR3 (Tapered Bed): Ram 1500 XTR3 Retrax XR Build (Tapered)
• Have another built-in T-slot cover in mind? Email support@xtrusiondesigns.com and our team will configure the right fit.

Explore more Dodge Ram gear

• See every Ram 1500 rack option on our Ram 1500 Bed Racks collection.
• Need a cover too? Browse our Ram 1500 Bed Covers & Soft Toppers collection.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the Pre-configured and Custom Height?

The Custom Height is designed to bolt directly to your bed rails as a standalone rack foundation. The XTR3 Pre-configured comes with mid-height and cab-height options and offers ready-to-go accessory packages (MOLLE, AXS Gates, Slide Outs) built specifically for those heights.

How do I know if I need the Straight Bed or Tapered Bed version?

Dodge Ram trucks come with either a straight or tapered bed, depending on the model year and factory configuration. This listing is for the tapered bed. To find out, measure from the inside edge of the bed rail, measure both the front width and rear width of your bed. If the measurements are different, you have a tapered bed. If they are the same, you have a straight bed.

Does this require drilling into my Ram?

No. The rack mounts directly to the factory bed rails using the included bedrail brackets. No permanent modifications, no drilling, and no compromising your factory finish.

Will this rack work with a Softopper, FasTop, or Bestop on my Ram?

No. The XTR3 Pre-configured is designed to bolt to your bed rails, not a topper cover. If you run a canvas-style soft topper, look at our XTR1 Soft Topper Bed Rack or XTR3 Soft Topper Bed Rack instead.

Will this rack work with a Retrax XR tonneau cover on my Ram?

No. This rack is designed specifically to bolt to your factory bed rails. If you run a Retrax XR tonneau cover, look at our XTR1 Bed Rack for Retrax XR Covers instead.

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