If you’re building a work truck on a Ram 2500, 3500, or 4500 and you want a solid steel flatbed without the premium price tag of a Bedrock or Bradford Built, Pronghorn Truck Beds deserve a close look. Pronghorn builds heavy-gauge steel flatbeds and skirted beds that deliver dependable ranch and contractor performance on Ram’s popular work truck platforms.
Pronghorn Models and Ram Fitment
| Pronghorn Model | Best Ram Fitment | Primary Use Case | Price Range (Installed) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pronghorn Standard Flatbed | Ram 2500/3500 SRW or DRW (60″–84″ CA) | Ranch, general contractor, gooseneck towing | $2,600–$4,500 |
| Pronghorn Heavy Flatbed | Ram 3500/4500 DRW (84″–108″ CA) | Commercial ranch, heavy hauling, oil patch | $3,200–$5,500 |
| Pronghorn Skirted/Hay Bed | Ram 2500/3500/4500 DRW (84″–96″ CA) | Round and square bale hauling | $2,800–$5,000 |
Ram Cab-to-Axle Reference for Pronghorn Beds
Selecting the right Pronghorn bed for your Ram starts with the cab-to-axle (CA) measurement. Common CA values for Ram work trucks:
- Ram 2500 Regular Cab: ~60″ CA — Pronghorn 7’–8′ standard flatbed fits cleanly
- Ram 2500 Crew Cab SRW: ~56″–60″ CA — Pronghorn standard flatbed or short skirted bed
- Ram 3500 Crew Cab DRW: ~60″ CA — Pronghorn heavy flatbed or skirted hay bed on 8’–9′ deck
- Ram 4500 Chassis Cab: 60″, 84″, or 108″ CA options — Pronghorn heavy flatbed on longer decks
At Star Truck Equipment in Wharton, TX, we verify your Ram’s exact CA before ordering — this is especially important on Ram 2500 and 3500 Crew Cab builds where cab length affects usable deck length and gooseneck hitch positioning.
Who Should Choose Pronghorn on a Ram?
Pronghorn is the right call when you need a reliable, functional flatbed on a Ram work truck without spending premium dollars on a Bedrock Granite 9G or Bradford Built. Common buyer profiles include:
- Smaller ranchers and small-scale farmers — A Ram 3500 DRW with a Pronghorn flatbed is a proven workhorse for cattle moves, hay hauling, and equipment transport without the premium price.
- General contractors on a budget — If you need a flatbed for material hauling and jobsite access but can’t justify a $6,000+ bed, Pronghorn gives you the core functionality at a lower price point.
- First-time flatbed buyers — Pronghorn’s straightforward spec makes it easy to maintain. Basic steel, powder-coat finish, standard gooseneck receiver — no unnecessary complexity.
- Fleet buyers managing cost per unit — If you’re outfitting 5–10 Ram trucks for a fence-line crew or agricultural chemical application operation, Pronghorn’s per-unit cost advantage is real.
Pronghorn vs Other Brands on Ram
- Pronghorn vs CM on Ram: CM has a wider model range and heavier commercial options (CM ER, CM SK). For buyers who need a hay bed, service body, or heavier-duty flatbed, CM is the upgrade path. See our CM Truck Beds page.
- Pronghorn vs Bedrock on Ram: Bedrock’s Granite 9G uses 9-gauge steel vs Pronghorn’s lighter-gauge construction. For ranch and light contractor work, Pronghorn is adequate. For heavy commercial or oilfield use, step up to Bedrock.
- Pronghorn vs NXG on Ram: NXG and Pronghorn occupy a similar price tier. Pronghorn tends to have slightly wider model availability including the skirted hay bed, which NXG doesn’t always match.
Get Your Ram Fitted with a Pronghorn Bed
Star Truck Equipment serves Ram truck owners across South Texas and Gulf Coast Louisiana from our shop in Wharton, TX (2507 County Road 231). We measure, order, and install Pronghorn flatbeds and skirted hay beds — typically within 1–2 weeks for most configurations.
Call (979) 532-1486 for a quote, or browse our Pronghorn Truck Beds page, flatbed truck bodies, and hay beds for sale pages to explore your options.