Truck Caps DCU Series

DCU Series

With over 200 variations to choose from, you can create the perfect cap to fit your work needs. Our rugged, fully welded frame construction offers years of durable service, no matter what the weather or job. There’s a reason that the A.R.E. DCU Series is the only truck cap that received a 10 out of 10 rating by Handyman Magazine readers. Gallery

Features

Deluxe Commercial Unit Series Truck Caps

  1. VERSATILE
    A.R.E. DCU's offer an array of options to fit your specific needs. Whether your line of work is construction, maintenance, delivery, or any other job that requires easy access and or high volume. A.R.E. builds a DCU that will make your job easier. DCUs feature STRATTEC® lock cylinders in our folding T-handles on all doors. Options to customize your DCU include: a selection of door sizes and window options, various toolbox configurations and roof ladder racks. A.R.E. will custom-build a DCU to meet your needs.

  2. CUSTOMIZABLE
    • EXTERIOR SKIN is available in .035 white aluminum. Roof skins are made with mesa-type metal for extra strength. DuPont® base coat/clear coat paint is available to match the truck's color code so that your truck has the look that your business deserves.
    • DuPont® option gives you a high volume capacity with 90* sides and front with a radius curve top front for better fuel efficiency.
    • RADIUS FRONT option gives you a high volume capacity with 90* sides and front with a radius curve top front for better fuel efficiency.
    • HEIGHTS are optional. Standard heights are 20", 23", 26", 29" and 36" and special heights taller than 36" are possible to fit your needs.
    • FOSSLINER® - Polyester fabric inner prevents condensation from collecting on the interior of the roof and or on the sides.
    • ROOF RACKS are optional, and can be upgraded to your specifications with extra supports, or different lengths. Customized locking ladder racks are available.
    • SIDE DOORS feature our folding T-handle, which utilizes an automotive style lock for additional security.
    • TOOL BOXES are offered and can be designed with dividers to fit your needs. Fold down shelves can be added to the toolbox to assist in working from the side of the truck.
    • REAR DOOR options include a ½ rear lift door, double full doors, a single full door and a full hatch door. Rear doors and side doors are keyed alike for convenience.
    • WINDOWS are optional on the front, sides and rear for visibility.

  3. WARRANTY
    The warranty on A.R.E. DCU caps is 3 years on materials and workmanship. A.R.E. backs what we build so you can be confident that you made the right choice. Strattec® lock cylinders are warranted for 3 years and Suspa® gas props are warranted for 5 years by the manufacturers.

Options

Deluxe Commercial Unit Series Truck Caps
DCU Options .035 Thickness
Metal Skin Colors Black, White, YZ (Ford) White
Dupont® B/C Paint O
Black or White Trim X
Height 20", 23", 26", 29", 36"
Wedge Design 23/29", 26/32", 30/36"
Slanted Sides / Straight Front X
Radius Front / 90° Side Walls on 29" and 36" Units Only Requires Mesas on Sides
Insulation / Condensation Barrier O
Metal Inner Skin O
Double Full Doors O
Single Full Door O
Full Hatchback Lift Door O
Dark Tint Radius Windows O
Win-door Access Door O
Sliding Front Window O
Solid Front Window O
Security Screens O
Full Length Side Door X
Double Side Door O
Tool Bins O
Dividers in Tool Bins O
Fold-Down Shelves O
Brake Light X
12V Interior Lights O
Auto Light Switch on Doors O
3 Port 12-Volt Multi Socket O
Economic Aluminum Ladder Rack O
Commercial Locking Ladder Rack O
O - Optional
X - Standard

Specifications

Deluxe Commercial Unit Series Truck Caps
All Sizes - Height X Width - Inches
Cap Height Cap Length 1/2 Rear Door Single Full Rear Door Double Full Rear Door Opening Opening Std. Single Side Door Full Length Full Length
23" 75" T 18 x 45 1/2 35 x 31 35 x 42 16 3/8 x 66
23" 75" B 18 x 51 1/2      
23" 79" T 18 x 45 1/2 39 x 31 39 x 48 16 3/8 x 70
23" 79" B 18 x 60 1/2      
23" 98" T 18 x 53 1/2 39 x 31 39 x 48 16 3/8 x 91
23" 98" B 18 x 60 1/2      
Cap Height Cap Length 1/2 Rear Door Single Full Rear Door Double Full Rear Door Opening Std. Single Side Door Full Length
29" 75" T 24 x 45 1/2 41 x 31 41 x 42 22 1/2 x 66
29" 75" B 24 x 51 1/2      
29" 79" T 24 x 45 1/2 45 x 31 45 x 48 22 1/2 x 70
29" 79" B 24 x 60 1/2      
29" 98" T 24 x 45 1/2 45 x 31 45 x 48 22 1/2 x 91
29" 98" B 24 x 60 1/2      
Cap Height Cap Length 1/2 Rear Door Single Full Rear Door Double Full Rear Door Opening Std. Single Side Door Full Length
36" 75" T 24 x 53 1/2 45 x 31 45 x 42 22 1/2 x 66
36" 75" B 24 x 51 1/2      
36" 79" T 24 x 53 1/2 50 x 31 50 x 48 22 1/2 x 70
36" 79" B 24 x 60 1/2      
36" 98" T 24 x 53 1/2 50 x 31 50 x 48 22 1/2 x 91
36" 98" B 24 x 60 1/2      
Note: For Hatch Back Rear Door sizes, use full rear door column (Actual clearance will be 2" wider than double full rear door due to construction of door frame from square tubing rather than flamed tubing). 97 - 03 Body F-150 LB has a 84" long standard side door.

* T = Top Dimension, B = Bottom Dimension
** Subtract 2" from door opening width to allow for gas props

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