Weather Guard 1425-3 aluminum single-side service body ladder rack in brite white, studio view

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Weather Guard Aluminum Single-Side Service Body Ladder Rack, 200 lb, Brite White (1425-3)

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Load and unload a ladder by yourself with the Weather Guard 1425-3 aluminum service body ladder rack. This single-side rack mounts to one side of a service or utility body and uses an adjustable, swiveling front post to swing the ladder out to you, so what usually takes two people becomes a one-person job. It is built from lightweight aluminum with a brite white ARMOR TUF powder coat, rated for 200 pounds, and fits both full-size and mini service bodies on either the driver or passenger side.

What's Included:

Single-side aluminum service body ladder rack
Adjustable, swiveling front post
Rear post
Mounting hardware (drill installation)
Weather Guard installation instructions

Features

One-Person Ladder Loading
The rack is designed to make loading or unloading a ladder a one-person job. Instead of wrestling a ladder up and over on your own, you swing it out and set it, which saves time and strain on a busy service route.

Adjustable Swiveling Front Post
The front post adjusts and swivels, so it rotates out to meet you and guides the ladder into position during loading and unloading. That pivot is what lets one person handle a ladder safely.

Single-Side Service Body Mount
This is a single-side rack that mounts along one side of a service or utility body. It fits both full-size and mini service body trucks and installs on either the driver or passenger side, so you can set it up on whichever side suits your workflow.

Lightweight Aluminum Build
It is built from aluminum, so it adds ladder-carrying capability without the weight of a steel rack. That keeps payload down on a work truck that is already loaded with tools and parts.

Brite White ARMOR TUF Finish
A brite white ARMOR TUF powder coat protects the aluminum and gives a clean, professional look that matches white service bodies. It stands up to years of outdoor jobsite exposure.

200 lb Capacity
Rated for up to 200 pounds, it is sized for the ladders and long material a service tech carries day to day. Keep the load within the rating and strapped for safe transport.

Fitment & Compatibility

Truck Body Type	Fit
Full-size service body or utility body	✓ Yes, driver or passenger side
Mini or compact service body	✓ Yes, driver or passenger side
Standard open pickup bed	✗ No, this mounts to a service or utility body, not a pickup bed
Over-cab pickup ladder rack need	✗ No, use an over-cab rack such as the TR801-A or a steel rack

Fit guidance: The 1425-3 is a single-side rack that mounts to the side of a service or utility body, not to a standard pickup bed. It fits both full-size and mini service bodies and installs on either the driver or passenger side. This is a drill-mount rack, so plan to drill and seal mounting holes per the Weather Guard instructions. If you need to carry a ladder over a pickup cab instead, look at an over-cab rack like the aluminum TR801-A or a steel truck rack.

Specifications

Load Capacity: 200 lb
Type: Single-side ladder rack for a service or utility body
Material: Aluminum
Finish: Brite White powder coat
Front Post: Adjustable and swiveling for one-person loading
Mounting Method: Bolt-through, drilling required
Mounting Side: Driver or passenger side
Fits: Full-size and mini service and utility bodies
Assembled Dimensions: About 24.5"L x 30.25"W x 8"H
Warranty: Limited Lifetime
Shipping Weight: About 26 lb
Product Dimensions: 24-1/2"L x 30-1/4"W x 8"H per upright
Weight: About 22 lb
Install Time: About 1 hour
Made In: China

Installation

Type: Single-side, drill-mount to a service or utility body · Time: About 1 hour · Tools: Drill and bits, socket or wrench set, tape measure, marker, and corrosion-inhibiting primer to seal drilled holes · Difficulty: Moderate, drilling required

Choose the driver or passenger side, position the front and rear posts along the body, then mark, drill and bolt the rack in place per the Weather Guard instructions. Seal any drilled holes with a corrosion-inhibiting primer to prevent rust. Set the swiveling front post so it rotates out for loading. Because this is a drill installation, measure carefully and confirm your mounting points before you drill. Re-check the fasteners after the first loaded drive.

Watch the installation walkthrough:

Warranty, Shipping & Returns

Warranty. Limited Lifetime Warranty from Weather Guard against defects in materials and workmanship.

Free shipping. This item ships free to the lower 48 states. Because it is an oversized item, it ships by freight and typically arrives in 3 to 7 business days.

Inspect on delivery. Please inspect the packaging before signing. If you see any damage, note it on the delivery receipt and contact us right away, and we will make it right.

About Weather Guard

Weather Guard has built professional-grade truck and van storage in the USA for decades and is the storage brand tradespeople, contractors, and fleets reach for first. Its steel and aluminum tool boxes, ladder racks, and van-interior systems are engineered to survive daily jobsite abuse and keep expensive tools secure and organized.

Known for weather-tight seals, patented locking systems, and heavy-gauge construction, Weather Guard products mount cleanly on work trucks and vans and stand up to years of hard use. The lineup spans crossover, low-side, and saddle truck boxes, ladder and van racks, drawer units, and fuel and utility tanks, so an entire work vehicle can be outfitted from one brand.

Backed by a strong manufacturer warranty and US-based support, Weather Guard is the name pros trust to protect the tools their livelihood depends on.

Authorized Weather Guard dealer. Prestige Truck is an authorized dealer of Weather Guard, so every tool box, rack and storage product you buy is 100% genuine and factory-new, covered by the full Weather Guard manufacturer warranty, and backed by our own US-based support team.

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Model	This OneWeather Guard Aluminum Single-Side Service Body Ladder Rack, 200 lb, Brite White (1425-3)	Weather Guard Full-Size Steel Truck Rack, 1,000 lb, Matte Black (1275-52-02)	Weather Guard WEEKENDER Single-Side Steel Ladder Rack, 250 lb, Black (1450)
Price	$1,012.00	$1,140.00	$712.00
Style	Truck Rack	Truck Ladder Rack	Truck Rack
Load Capacity	200 lb	1,000 lb, evenly distributed	250 lb
Type	Single-side ladder rack for a service or utility body	—	Single-side horizontal steel ladder rack
Material	Aluminum	—	Steel
Finish	Brite White powder coat	—	Black powder coat
Mounting Side	Driver or passenger side	—	Driver side or curb side, with included brackets
Fits	Full-size and mini service and utility bodies	—	1995 and newer Chevrolet, Dodge and Ram, Toyota Tundra, and most Ford pickups
Rating	No reviews yet	No reviews yet	No reviews yet
Ships in	1 to 2 business days	1 to 2 business days	1 to 2 business days
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Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers on specs, fit and support

Does the 1425-3 fit a pickup bed?

No. It is a single-side rack that mounts to the side of a service or utility body, the boxed work-truck body with side compartments. It does not mount to a standard open pickup bed. If you need to carry a ladder over a pickup cab, look at an over-cab rack such as the aluminum TR801-A or a steel truck rack.

How does it make loading a one-person job?

The front post is adjustable and swivels, so it rotates out to meet you and guides the ladder into place as you load or unload. That pivot lets a single person handle a ladder that would usually take two.

Which side of the truck does it go on?

You can install it on either the driver or passenger side, whichever suits your workflow. It fits both full-size and mini service bodies.

Do I have to drill to install it?

Yes. This is a drill-mount rack, so plan to drill and bolt it to the body and seal the holes with a corrosion-inhibiting primer to prevent rust. Measure carefully and confirm your mounting points before you drill, and follow the Weather Guard instructions.

How much does it hold?

It is rated for up to 200 pounds, which suits the ladders and long material a service tech carries day to day. Keep the load within that rating and strapped for safe transport.

What is it made of and is it covered by a warranty?

It is built from lightweight aluminum with a brite white ARMOR TUF powder coat that resists corrosion and matches white service bodies, and it is backed by a Weather Guard Limited Lifetime Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.