Sherpa PAK System Mid Height Bed Rack for 2021-2026 Ford F-150
Sherpa PAK System Mid Height Bed Rack for 2021-2026 Ford F-150
Most bed racks ask you to accept a platform above your head. The Sherpa PAK System Mid Height is the F150 bed rack that keeps it down where you can reach it, sitting 13 inches above the bed rails on 14th Gen 2021-2026 Ford F-150s in both the 5.5 foot and 6.5 foot beds.
This Ford F150 bed rack carries 400 lbs dynamic and 1,000 lbs static on laser-cut 1/4 inch aluminum towers, secured with stainless steel hardware and nylock nuts. At 45 to 55 lbs depending on bed length, it leaves payload for the rest of the build. Two standard accessory braces come with every configuration, and the longer 6.5 foot version adds a third tower, a third crossbar, and two extra bed mounting brackets. Whether you are off-roading, overlanding, or running errands around town, it is built to handle your gear so you can Adventure with Confidence. Lifetime Warranty.
Why Mid Height?
The PAK System comes in two heights. Rack Height brings the platform level with the cab roof, which suits a rooftop tent or a continuous cab-to-tailgate surface. This is the mid height bed rack, and it sits 13 inches above the rails instead.
Lower Center of Gravity
Keeping load closer to the bed rather than above the cab makes a real difference on off-camber ground and in crosswinds.
Reachable From the Ground
Thirteen inches up means you can get to your gear without climbing into the bed or standing on a tire.
Less Wind Drag
A lower profile presents less frontal area, which shows up in both fuel economy and noise on a long highway day.
The trade is overhead space. Mid height does not give you a flat surface level with the cab, so a rooftop tent, a long ladder run, or anything that needs to clear the cab belongs on Rack Height instead. Choose Mid Height if you mostly carry bikes, boards, cans, recovery gear, and cargo you want within reach.
5.5' Bed or 6.5' Bed
The rack is built to your bed length, and the longer version is not just stretched. It adds a third tower and two more bed mounting brackets so the longer span stays properly supported.
| 5.5' Bed | 6.5' Bed | |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 13" x 68" x 56" | 13" x 68" x 69" |
| Towers | 2 | 3 |
| Crossbars | 2 | 3 |
| Bed Mounting Brackets | 4 | 6 |
| Accessory Braces | 2 | |
| Weight | ~45 lbs | ~55 lbs |
| Load Rating | 400 lbs dynamic / 1,000 lbs static | |
Height, width, and load rating are identical on both. What changes is length and the support underneath it.
The Bed Rack, Elevated.
4 YEARS AND 100,000+ MILES IN THE MAKING
Sherpa has built its name on high quality products that customers know will stand the test of time regardless of what they are put through. Looking at the bed rack market, they knew there was room for improvement. Four years and 100,000 miles of brutal testing later, the PAK System was born. Paying homage to the Sherpas of Nepal, it is a PAK you can trust to carry the burden: one of the toughest bed racks on the market, paired with unmatched adaptability.
Crafted
Manufactured in Colorado with precision laser-cut 1/4" aluminum towers formed with CNC accuracy by Sherpa's team of professionals. They have created a very stout mounting structure, secured with stainless steel hardware and nylock nuts, that will keep your gear where you need it. Nylock nuts matter on a bed rack in particular, because washboard and trail vibration are exactly what loosens standard hardware over time.
Adaptable
Sherpa knows the importance of mounting all of your goodies on your rig. With the PAK System, you have the ability to mount just about anything, anywhere. With slots and holes all over, plus Sherpa's line of PAK accessories, you will never find yourself wishing you could mount something. Two standard accessory braces come with every configuration, alongside the crossbars.
Durable
Strength is built into Sherpa's brand and the PAK System is no slouch in that department. Using the best in materials and hardware, you can beat on this system every weekend and trust it to show up to work on Monday. Four years and over 100,000 test miles went into proving it before it shipped. All backed by Sherpa's Lifetime Warranty, just in case you get a little too western.
One Rack, a Lot of Configurations
An overland bed rack earns its keep through accessories, and the PAK System is built around them. Here it is cycling through a range of setups: gear up top, cans and boards on the sides, and everything in between.
Specifications
| Vehicle | 2021-2026 Ford F-150 (14th Gen), 5.5' and 6.5' beds |
| Height Option | Mid Height (13" above bed rails) |
| Weight | ~45 lbs (5.5') or ~55 lbs (6.5') |
| Crossbars | 2 (5.5') or 3 (6.5'), plus 2 standard accessory braces |
| Dimensions | 13" x 68" x 56" (5.5') or 13" x 68" x 69" (6.5') |
| Dynamic Load Rating | 400 lbs |
| Static Load Rating | 1,000 lbs |
| Towers | 2 (5.5') or 3 (6.5'), 1/4" laser-cut aluminum |
| Bed Mounting Brackets | 4 (5.5') or 6 (6.5') |
| Hardware | Stainless steel with nylock nuts |
| Manufactured | Colorado, USA |
| SKU | 810001 |
| Warranty | Lifetime |
What's Included
The first figure is the 5.5' bed, the second is the 6.5' bed.
📄 Installation Instructions
Two guides, one per configuration. Download the one matching your bed length.
Pros
- 1,000 lbs static and 400 lbs dynamic, the same rating as Rack Height
- An F150 bed rack that sits 13 inches above the rails, so gear stays reachable from the ground
- Lower center of gravity than a full-height rack
- 6.5' version adds a third tower rather than just stretching the frame
- 1/4" laser-cut aluminum towers at 45 to 55 lbs
- Stainless hardware with nylock nuts that resist vibration loosening
- Slots and holes throughout for PAK accessories and third-party gear
- Made in Colorado with a Lifetime Warranty
Cons
- Not suitable for a rooftop tent, since the platform does not clear the cab. Choose Rack Height for that
- Two or three crossbars, fewer mounting positions than a Rack Height setup
- Fits the 2021-2026 14th Gen only. 2015-2020 trucks need a different rack
- Covers the bed, which limits what you can load from above into the bed itself
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I choose Mid Height or Rack Height?
Mid Height sits 13 inches above the bed rails, which lowers your center of gravity, cuts wind drag, and keeps gear reachable from the ground. Rack Height brings the platform level with the cab roof, which is what you need for a rooftop tent, a continuous cab-to-tailgate surface, or long loads that clear the cab. If a tent is in the plan, choose Rack Height. Otherwise Mid Height is usually the more practical choice.
Can I put a rooftop tent on it?
Not practically. The load rating would handle it at 400 lbs dynamic and 1,000 lbs static, but a mid-height platform does not clear the cab, so the tent would sit in a hollow between the cab and the tailgate with poor access and awkward clearance. Rack Height is the version built for tents. Call us at 844-200-3979 and we will sort out which you need.
What changes between the 5.5' and 6.5' versions?
Length and support. The 5.5 foot version is 56 inches long with two towers, two crossbars, and four bed mounting brackets. The 6.5 foot version is 69 inches with three towers, three crossbars, and six brackets. The extra tower keeps the longer span properly supported rather than just stretching the frame. Height, width, and load rating are the same on both.
Will it fit my F-150?
If it is a 2021 through 2026 14th Gen with a 5.5 or 6.5 foot bed, yes. It will not fit 2015-2020 13th Gen trucks. Call us at 844-200-3979 with your year and bed length if you want confirmation before ordering.
What can I mount on it?
Within the 400 lb dynamic rating, plenty. Bikes, kayaks, boards, fuel and water cans, traction boards, a shovel, lumber, ladders, or an awning. The crossbars and two accessory braces have slots and holes throughout, and the PAK accessory line bolts straight in. On an F150 overland bed rack build, mid height keeps all of it within arm's reach from the ground.
Can I still use the bed underneath?
Yes, and the 13 inch height leaves useful room below the platform. What changes is loading from above, since the rack spans the bed. Most owners load from the tailgate or run drawers and boxes underneath. If you regularly drop bulky items in from above, that is worth factoring in.
Complete Your Build
Mid Height or Rack Height?
Tell us your bed length and what you plan to carry. If a rooftop tent is in the picture, we will steer you to the right one.
844-200-3979
