BedXTender HD Max extended over the lowered tailgate of a red crew-cab pickup, rear three-quarter studio view

Black bed extender extended over the lowered tailgate of a silver pickup, high rear view

BedXTender HD Max extended over the lowered tailgate of a red pickup, close rear three-quarter studio view

Black BedXTender HD Max bed extender on its own on a white background

Overhead rear view of an empty pickup bed with the BedXTender HD Max extended over the lowered tailgate

BedXTender HD Max turned inward to form a cargo corral against a closed tailgate in a carpeted bed

BedXTender HD Max extended over the lowered tailgate beside the tail lamp of a red pickup

A man flips the BedXTender HD Max outward over the lowered tailgate of a red pickup loaded with boxes

Rear view of a red pickup with the tailgate up and the BedXTender HD Max flipped forward inside the bed

Red crew-cab pickup with the tailgate closed and the BedXTender HD Max flipped inside the bed as a cargo divider

Side view of a red crew-cab pickup with the BedXTender HD Max extended past the tailgate, holding cargo

BedXTender HD Max corralling two cases, a red toolbox and a blue duffel against the closed tailgate

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BedXTender HD Max extended over the lowered tailgate of a red pickup, holding boxed cargo and a ladder

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AMP Research BedXTender HD Max Bed Extender for 2011 Ford Ranger (Black)

Name: AMP Research BedXTender HD Max Bed Extender for 2011 Ford Ranger (Black)
Brand: AMP Research
SKU: AMP74824-01A
Price: 329.99 USD
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Lumber, coolers and bikes that overhang the short bed of the 2011 Ford Ranger are what the AMP Research BedXTender HD Max is for. The frame is 6063-T6 aluminum with rigid nylon uprights, and its U shape is the brand's extra-wide design, wider than the V-shaped Sport. Two strap buckles lock it to the truck's own tailgate latches, the powder coat resists corrosion, and AMP Research covers it with a three-year limited warranty. It folds inside as a cargo divider when you are not hauling long. It is sold as part number 74824-01A, finished in textured black.

What's Included:

Quick Mount bracket set
6x Phillips head self-tapping screws
3x Center tubes
12x PT-screws
4x Rubber bumpers
2x Strap buckle assemblies
2x Pivot upright assemblies
2x Bumper uprights, outer
2x Bumper uprights, inner

Features

Up to 2' more floor
With the tailgate down, the Max pivots out and fences in the gate, adding up to 2' of usable length. Long cargo rides on the bed floor and the open tailgate while the frame keeps it from sliding off the end.

The extra-wide U shape
AMP Research makes the BedXTender HD in three shapes and calls the U-shaped Max its extra-wide version. It is wider than the V-shaped Sport, so bulky items get more room over the open tailgate.

A divider when flipped in
Swing the frame forward into the bed and close the tailgate, and it becomes a cargo divider that keeps groceries, bags and small gear gathered at the gate instead of sliding to the cab.

Latches with the tailgate
Two strap buckles lock into the truck's own tailgate latches when the Max is deployed, so it stays put on the road. Pull the tailgate handle and the buckles release, the same way the gate does.

Aluminum tubes, nylon uprights
The frame is 6063-T6 aluminum tubing joined by rigid nylon uprights, which keeps it light enough to lift out by hand. It is powder coated in matte silver or textured matte black to resist corrosion.

Lifts out by hand
The pivots sit in brackets at the back of the bed. With the tailgate open, raise the extender to about 45 degrees and lift it clear; drop it back in the same way when you need it again.

Know the tailgate limit
With the extender in use, the guide caps the open tailgate at 200 lb, spread evenly and secured inside the bed. The extender contains cargo; it is not a tie-down point, so never strap anything to it or to the tailgate.

Fitment & Compatibility

Fit guidance: Fits the 2011 Ford Ranger.

Specifications

Design: U-shaped, pivots over the open tailgate
Added length: Up to 2'
Frame: 6063-T6 aluminum tubing
Uprights: Rigid nylon
Finish: Black powder coat
Tailgate load limit: 200 lb on the open tailgate with the extender in use, evenly distributed
Securing: Strap buckles lock into the tailgate latches
Warranty: 3-year limited
Part number: 74824-01A
UPC: 815410011016

Installation

Type: Bracket-mounted, removable · Drilling: required, per the guide · Time: about 1 hour · Tools: Phillips screwdriver, T-25 Torx driver, Power drill, 9/64" drill bit, Center punch, Supplied templates, Soapy water

Two brackets fasten to the rear pillars of the bed, and the extender's pivot pins drop into them. On most trucks the guide has you drill the pillar from a supplied template, and some trucks need the tail lights removed before you can reach behind it; a few use threaded holes the truck already has. The frame then goes together from tubes, uprights and strap buckles, with its width set to match your bed. Print any template at actual size and measure twice before you drill. The guide for this truck specifies 30 in-lb for the self-tapping bracket screws. Print the sheet at 100% (actual size); it carries the drilling template. An L-bracket kit is required on some older compact trucks (GM S-Series, Mazda B-Series, and Nissan and Toyota pickups before 2005). A Ford no-drill bracket kit is an option for 2004 and newer F-150 and 2008 and newer F-250 and F-350. If a bedliner's contours prevent a flat mount, cut a rectangle out of the liner so the bracket sits on the metal pillar. Toyota applications must use the supplied strap buckle insert. The guide lists strap latch inserts as kit 74603-01A, provided only with the Deep, Narrow and Small kits, so they are not part of this listing.

Resources

AMP Research BedXTender HD Max Assembly and Installation Guide (PDF), the manufacturer's step-by-step guide for this application.

Warranty, Shipping & Returns

Warranty. The BedXTender HD Max carries AMP Research's three-year limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship, counted from the date of purchase and conditional on installation per the supplied instructions. It covers the original purchaser only and lapses if the extender is moved to another vehicle or the truck changes owners. Misuse, accidents, improper installation and modification are excluded, as is labor to remove or reinstall it. A claim requires proof of purchase.

Inspect on delivery. When the carton arrives, lay out the tubes, uprights and hardware and check them against the parts list in the guide before you drill anything. Tell us about damage or a missing part right away and we will sort it out before installation.

Returns. Unused items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days of delivery. If an item arrives damaged, defective or wrong, return shipping is on us. See our Returns & Refunds Policy, or email support@prestigetruck.com with any question.

About AMP Research

AMP Research builds truck accessories around strength and reliability, the two values it names as its own, and it has sold its PowerStep power-retractable running board since 2002. Its bed extenders apply the same thinking to the back of the truck. Every one carries AMP Research's limited warranty for the original purchaser.

AMP Research makes three BedXTender HD extenders. The HD Max is the extra-wide model, with a U-shaped frame; the HD Sport is a narrower V shape; and the HD Moto uses a slant-back frame designed around motorcycles. A range of mounting kits, including a Ford no-drill kit and a tonneau cover spacer kit, adapts them to particular trucks and covers.

All three extenders use 6063-T6 aluminum tubing with nylon uprights and a corrosion-resistant powder coat, and each ships with the hardware to mount it. AMP Research protects its designs with patents.

A divider when the gate is up

Flip the Max forward into the bed and close the tailgate, and it pens smaller cargo at the back of the bed so groceries and gear stay within reach.

Latched to the tailgate for the drive

Two strap buckles lock into the truck's own tailgate latches while the Max is deployed, and a pull of the tailgate handle releases them. With the tailgate open, the whole frame lifts out of its brackets by hand.

BedXTender HD Max extended over the lowered tailgate of a dark pickup, with desert mesas behind

Room for the long haul

With the tailgate down and the Max swung out, a short bed gains up to 2' of fenced-in length for coolers, lumber and camping gear. Fold it back in and the same frame keeps small loads corralled by the gate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers on specs, fit and support

Will it work with my tonneau cover?

Often, but plan for it. The extender pivots on brackets at the back corners of the bed, and some covers put clamps or rails in the same place. AMP Research lists its quick-latch mounting kit (74605-01A) as required on trucks with a tonneau cover or shell, and its tonneau cover spacer kit (74609-01A) adds clearance for cover clamps and rails. Owners report that some covers clear without either, so fit the extender and check before adding a kit.

Do I have to drill my truck?

On most trucks, yes. The brackets mount to the rear bed pillars through holes you drill from the supplied template, and the guide covers deburring and priming the edges. A few trucks use threaded holes already in the pillar, and for 2004 and newer F-150 and 2008 and newer F-250 and F-350, AMP Research sells a Ford no-drill bracket kit that uses factory holes; a drop-in bedliner still has to be drilled. The guide for your truck is linked on its page.

How much weight can the tailgate carry with it deployed?

The guide caps the open tailgate at 200 lb with the extender in use, with the load spread evenly and secured inside the bed. The extender is a fence that stops cargo sliding off; it is not a tie-down, so never strap cargo to it or to the tailgate. For anything heavy and long, let the bed floor carry the weight and use the extender to contain the overhang.

Can I drive with the tailgate down?

Yes, that is what the extender is for. Before you move, lock both strap buckles into the tailgate latches and pull on each strap to confirm it is seated. To release it later, pull the tailgate handle as you normally would.

Is it locked to the truck?

No. The pivots simply sit in their brackets, which is what lets you lift the extender out by hand, raising it to about 45 degrees first. The flip side is that anyone else can do the same, so take it out or keep the bed covered if you park somewhere busy.

How is the HD Max different from the HD Sport?

Both are aluminum-and-nylon extenders that flip out over the tailgate, latch to it with straps, and fold in as dividers. The Max is U-shaped and wider, and AMP Research calls it the extra-wide model. The Sport is a V shape and narrower. Neither is sold for every truck, so check which versions list your truck in their fitment.