Buyers Products,
a manufacturer of work truck equipment, announces an expansion to its line of
equipment and accessories for service bodies. Newly released is a Kabgard
headache rack system, an extended ladder rack and a universal class 5 hitch
receiver for both Ford and GM mounted service bodies.
The
Kabgard, offered in a black or white powder-coat finish, is bundled with the
mounting brackets and fasteners, giving the user everything needed to install
and mount to the service body. It also serves as a tie-down point for securing
ladders and other cargo. The rack, designed to protect the cab’s rear window
from damage, is available in two sizes to accommodate either a
single-rear-wheel or a dual-rear-wheel service body.
The
service body ladder rack has built-in tie-down points for cargo, along with
built-in grab handles for added stability when climbing in and out of the truck
bed. The over-cab design allows for an enhanced capacity of up to 1,000 lbs.
Available in 13-½-foot, 14-½-foot and now 15-½-foot lengths, and is ideal for
crew cab chassis.
The
universal class 5 service body hitch receiver fits cabs and chassis with
60-inch or 84-inch cab-to-axle dimensions. It features a bolt-on frame and a
20,000 lbs. capacity. There are two new models, one designed for Ford F-350,
F-450 and F-550 bodies, the other designed for GM 3500, 4500 and 5500 bodies.
“We’re
always mindful of the unique demands of the construction, municipal and utility
fleets,” says Dan Doerr, director of new product development at Buyers
Products. “Our Kabgard systems offer cab protection for out on the road, while
the growing popularity of crew cabs led us to offer the extended 15-½ foot
ladder rack. And, lastly, the robust 20,000 lbs. rating of our new hitch
receiver ensures the versatility and durability required for heavier loads.”
