# What Is A Fleetside Truck Bed And How Is It Different From A Stepside?

> Before the late 1950s, all pickup trucks would typically sport the same style of bed, which saw the wheel arches mounted on the outside of the bed.

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- **Published:** 2025-04-03
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #ford #step #stepside #different #fleetside #truck #wheel #addition
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