When it comes to hauling hay across Texas, few truck body manufacturers match the reputation of CM Truck Bodies. Star Truck Equipment in Wharton, TX carries a full selection of CM hay beds and bale beds built for the demands of ranch work, livestock operations, and hay hauling businesses throughout Texas and Louisiana.

CM Hay Bed Models Available at Star Truck Equipment

CM offers several configurations designed specifically for hay hauling and ranch use:

  • CM HAY BED — The purpose-built CM Hay Bed features a low-profile floor to make loading round bales easier. Available in 8′, 9′, and custom lengths, it’s built from high-strength steel with heavy-gauge side boards and stake pockets along the full length of the bed.
  • CM RD Hay Configuration — The popular CM RD flatbed can be configured for hay operations with removable side boards and custom stake pocket spacing sized for round and square bales. Available in CA lengths from 84″ to 120″.
  • CM SK / Hawkeye Hay Setup — The CM SK (Sportsman King) skirted flatbed also works well for hay hauling, with full-length skirting to protect the frame and cleaner side access for loading bales from a tractor.
  • CM Bale Bed — For operators hauling large round bales daily, CM offers dedicated bale beds with hydraulic bale handling features on select configurations. These bolt-on or fully integrated bale beds work on 1-ton SRW and DRW trucks.

Fitment: Which Trucks Do CM Hay Beds Fit?

CM hay beds and bale beds are manufactured to fit all major 1-ton and ¾-ton trucks with cab-to-axle (CA) lengths that match the bed you’re ordering. Most popular fitments include:

  • Ford F-250 and F-350 (SRW and DRW) — 60″ to 84″ CA
  • Ram 2500 and 3500 (SRW and DRW) — 60″ to 84″ CA
  • Chevy Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD (SRW and DRW) — 60″ to 84″ CA

For ranchers running a dually (DRW), the extra track width provides the stability needed when hauling a full load of round bales down a ranch road. Our team will measure your cab-to-axle length and recommend the right CM bed size for your specific truck and use case.

Why Texas Ranch Operators Choose CM Hay Beds

CM Truck Bodies has been building hay beds and flatbeds for over 40 years, and their Texas heritage shows in every weld. Here’s why ranchers across the Gulf Coast region trust CM:

  • High-strength steel construction — 80,000 PSI steel means the bed flexes without cracking, even when hauling uneven loads down rough pasture roads.
  • Powder coat finish — CM’s durable powder coat finish resists rust, scratches, and chemical exposure better than paint. No galvanized finishes needed when the base material and coating are this good.
  • Full-length stake pockets — Load hay nets, tie-down chains, or add pipe side boards without drilling a single hole.
  • Low floor height — On models designed for hay work, CM keeps floor height as low as possible relative to the bed rails to ease loading and unloading.
  • Bolt-on installation — CM beds install in a few hours at our Wharton shop, meaning minimal downtime during your busiest seasons.

Pricing for CM Hay Beds

CM hay beds and bale beds are competitively priced for working ranchers. Depending on the configuration, size, and options you select, expect pricing starting in the $2,800–$4,500 range for standard hay bed configurations on a 1-ton truck. Custom bale beds with hydraulic features will run higher. We’ll provide a firm quote based on your truck and requirements — call us to discuss.

Compare with our other brands: Bedrock hay beds and Norstar flatbeds are also excellent options for Texas ranch use.

Get a Quote on a CM Hay Bed in Wharton, TX

Star Truck Equipment is located at 2507 County Rd 231, Wharton, TX 77488 — right in the heart of Texas hay country. We serve ranchers, farmers, and ag operations throughout Wharton County, Matagorda County, Fort Bend County, Victoria County, and beyond.

Call us today at (979) 532-1486 to discuss which CM hay bed is right for your operation, get a price quote, and schedule installation. We also carry all major brands of hay beds if you want to compare options side by side.

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