Need a Recommendation for Loading Ramps

[UrbanDweller]

Can someone identify the best option for a ramp/ramps to load items into the bed?

It can be one wide ramp or a more traditional pair. The most challenging requirement is that I would like to push stuff up the ramp on a flat dolly.

Thanks in advance for your help.

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[Optimus]

Folding ramps are about the only way to go if you expect to carry them around with you. I bought 9-foot aluminum Titan brand ramps a few years ago and have used them on a few vehicles. Long, curved, light, and they can fit in the short bed of the truck, or even in the backseat.

I have a traditional set of 6-foot steel ramps (sold everywhere) too. I no longer use them, and they are too long to fit in the Mav if I want the tailgate up and tonneau cover closed. Plus, they are noticably heavier and the stamped “tread” is sharp.

The folding Titans:

 

[UrbanDweller]

I like the idea of folding ramps that can fit in the bed. The issue with the ramps pictured is that a flat dolly can't be pushed up those. I will check if Titan has any other options.

 

[NeedForSteve]

I use 2 - 2x8s with Lowe’s ramp adapters to load/unload my Snapper. Bought some ring hardware tiedowns to strap them into the truck when in transport

 

[MetalThunder]

There a few threads around here regarding this one

Not sure about pushing a dolly up But both a ramp and bed extender

(readyramp.com)

Cheers

 

[Optimus]

I like the idea of folding ramps that can fit in the bed. The issue with the ramps pictured is that a flat dolly can't be pushed up those. I will check if Titan has any other options.

The Titans are nice, but there will be lots of other options/brands that will work with smaller tires. These particular ones work well for snowblowers/riding lawnmowers, etc…. I chose these for their grip. The arched shape of the ramps are nice too, albeit you might not need that for a dolly. Riding mowers can easily get hung up towards the top, and it gets quite dangerous, so the arch smooths out the rapid angle change.

These Titans also included safety straps to fasten them to the truck to help prevent the ramps from sliding around. The straps are generic though, so any strap will do.

 

[Maverickman74]

Take those folding atv ramps and buy a couple sheets of aluminum diamond plate and a rivet gun or some self tappers. Then sheet it up. Your issue makes me wonder if they make lift gates for mid sized trucks?

 

[UrbanDweller]

...Your issue makes me wonder if they make lift gates for mid sized trucks?

That would be really cool (but probably a bit pricey)

 

[fossil]

https://www.amazon.com/Clevr-Aluminum-Motorcycles-Wheelers-Lawnmowers/dp/B01LYVRD4H/ref=sxin_17_pa_sp_search_thematic_sspa?content-id=amzn1.sym.96158ba9-1eda-4850-881a-baa74e8ee05d:amzn1.sym.96158ba9-1eda-4850-881a-baa74e8ee05d&crid=SSLUKXS9VHGJ&cv_ct_cx=truck+loading+ramps&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.qnco5ZXSpAHNsBXZRA0ZYWvzHYv_WXiIXx3NoA2caC6f2wNcPY-JOa5JBgs3y-DNl-r9rR-yguGvEvMkXWag3A.fCZk8e5ijDjwSgseS03wo8jFUGCNPFOMQkegCzd59rw&dib_tag=se&keywords=truck+loading+ramps&pd_rd_i=B01LYVRD4H&pd_rd_r=9451209b-fc75-4c52-84d5-3cb477438f60&pd_rd_w=Bkfmn&pd_rd_wg=8k4I7&pf_rd_p=96158ba9-1eda-4850-881a-baa74e8ee05d&pf_rd_r=Y3JTH4T03VH8XWMFVGNE&qid=1723134278&sbo=RZvfv//HxDF+O5021pAnSA==&sprefix=truck+loading,aps,179&sr=1-4-7efdef4d-9875-47e1-927f-8c2c1c47ed49-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9zZWFyY2hfdGhlbWF0aWM&th=1

better price
https://www.amazon.com/Motorhot-Alu...=7.5'+folding+arched+aluminum,aps,218&sr=8-43

 

[Maverickman74]

That would be really cool (but probably a bit pricey)

Probably ... Another thought is to look up wheelchair or rascal ramps.

 

[AF Blue]

I like the idea of folding ramps that can fit in the bed. The issue with the ramps pictured is that a flat dolly can't be pushed up those. I will check if Titan has any other options.

Titan Ramps 8' Multi-Fold Aluminum Wheelchair Ramp - 600 lb. Capacity
https://www.discountramps.com/mobility/wheelchair-ramps/portable/p/322800/

Measures 96" L x 29" W; folds down to 52" L x 14" W x 8" H

 

[Jim_S]

Another option on Amazon. Two lengths available.

 

[garryjohnson]

Can someone identify the best option for a ramp/ramps to load items into the bed?

It can be one wide ramp or a more traditional pair. The most challenging requirement is that I would like to push stuff up the ramp on a flat dolly.

Thanks in advance for your help.

I have a set of 7.5' folding aluminum loading ramps with a 1500lb rating. They fit perfectly in the bed of my Maverick along with my son's mobility scooter. I no longer need them and I would be willing to sell them to you for $100.00 plus shipping cost. PM me if interested and I will send pictures of them.

Link: Tooca Loading Ramps

 

[John Day]

I bought the folding ramps from Harbor Freight recently and they worked great.

 

[UrbanDweller]

I have a set of 7.5' folding aluminum loading ramps with a 1500lb rating. They fit perfectly in the bed of my Maverick along with my son's mobility scooter. I no longer need them and I would be willing to sell them to you for $100.00 plus shipping cost. PM me if interested and I will send pictures of them.

I appreciate the offer, but I'm really looking for something without all the holes.

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