Quick Facts:
- Topic: DECKED Tacoma drawer system fitment for every bed length.
- Covers: 1995 to 2026 Toyota Tacoma, 5 ft 1 in and 6 ft 2 in beds.
- Model codes: YT7 to YT10 for 2024 to 2026, YT5 and YT6 for 2005 to 2023, YT12 for 1995 to 2004.
- Drawer rating: 400 lb per drawer, per DECKED.
- Top deck rating: 1,000 lb on midsize trucks.
- Install time: about 2 to 3 hours, per DECKED.
- Price: $1,699.99 with the cab-side gap (price checked October 27, 2026).
- Warranty: limited lifetime, original buyer, US and Canada.
- Best for: Tacoma owners who keep gear in the truck full time.
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In This Guide
- DECKED Tacoma Overview
- DECKED Tacoma Fitment Chart
- 2024 and Newer Tacoma: Standard Bed or Power Accessory Bed
- 2005 to 2023 Tacoma: YT5 and YT6
- First Gen Tacoma: The YT12
- What You Give Up: Weight, Height and Bed Liners
- Installing DECKED in a Tacoma
- DECKED vs. a DIY Drawer Build
- DECKED Tacoma Pros and Cons
- Final Thoughts
- FAQ
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DECKED Tacoma Overview
A DECKED Tacoma setup comes down to two questions: which generation you drive and how long your bed is. DECKED builds seven Tacoma systems, and each one is cut to fit a single bed. As a result, DECKED will not guarantee the fit of a system built for another truck.
The DECKED Drawer System turns the bed into a locked drawer below a flat deck. Also, DECKED rates each drawer at 400 pounds and the midsize deck at 1,000 pounds. The price is $1,699.99 with a cab-side gap, or $2,099.99 with a load floor (price checked October 27, 2026).
This guide is for overlanders, hunters and tradespeople. Specifically, it suits anyone who leaves tools or a camp kitchen in the truck daily. In contrast, if you haul tall cargo under a tonneau, a drawer system costs you height. For planning, our list of overland truck upgrades to install first ranks storage against tires and recovery gear.
I drive a 2025 Chevy Colorado ZR2, so I weigh midsize bed space on my own truck. Most of all, I see the appeal in a dry, locked drawer, because gear stays in the truck full time. Tacoma owners on the forums rank the same benefit first.
DECKED Tacoma Fitment Chart
Start with the DECKED Tacoma chart below, since the brand assigns one code per generation and bed. Next, confirm your bed type. On 2024 and newer trucks, the Power Accessory Bed with factory outlets needs its own model.
| Tacoma Years | Bed | DECKED Code | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 to 2026 | 5 ft 1 in Standard Bed | YT7 | Check price |
| 2024 to 2026 | 6 ft 2 in Standard Bed | YT8 | Check price |
| 2024 to 2026 | 5 ft 1 in Power Accessory Bed | YT9 | Check price |
| 2024 to 2026 | 6 ft 2 in Power Accessory Bed | YT10 | Check price |
| 2005 to 2023 | 5 ft 1 in | YT5 | Check price |
| 2005 to 2023 | 6 ft 2 in | YT6 | Check price |
| 1995 to 2004 | Long bed | YT12 | Check price |
DECKED listed the 2025 Tacoma system at $1,699.99 (price checked October 27, 2026). Note one quirk: every DECKED link on this page opens set to a 2025 Chevy Colorado. So switch the vehicle to Toyota Tacoma and your year, then pick your bed type and length.
Match Your Tacoma to the Right Drawer System
Switch the vehicle to your Tacoma, then pick your bed type and length. Shipping is free, and the system carries a limited lifetime warranty.
Check Price at DECKED2024 and Newer Tacoma: Standard Bed or Power Accessory Bed
The fourth gen Tacoma splits into four DECKED codes because of the bed outlets. Toyota offers a 400W bed outlet on gas trucks and 2,400W on hybrids, per the Toyota 2024 Tacoma launch release. Therefore, DECKED milled the YT9 and YT10 to contour around those outlet covers.
Gear rides on top of the deck, so secure it. Cam buckle tie-down straps lock down light loads. Next, a cut-to-fit rubber utility mat shields the deck top from scrapes. Finally, a midsize truck bed cargo net holds lighter items in place.
Tie-down and deck protection gear
BLACK+DECKER 1" x 10' Light-Duty Cambuckle Tie-Down Straps
How to Pick YT7, YT8, YT9 or YT10
First, look at the tailgate end of your bed. With no factory outlet covers, order the DECKED YT7 for the 5 ft bed or the YT8 for 6 ft. On the other hand, trucks with outlet covers take the YT9 or YT10. DECKED notes these covers appear on TRD, Limited and Trailhunter packages. Our breakdown of 2026 Tacoma off-road trims covers the hybrid trims with the 2,400W bed outlet.
Access to the outlets differs by side. Specifically, the passenger-side 120V outlet stays fully open with the drawer installed. However, the driver-side USB and 12V cluster, or the Trailhunter air compressor control, sits behind a hinged door. DECKED says you must modify the compartment and door to reach it. Its instructions call for a drill, super glue and eight small magnets.
Trailhunter owners on Tacoma4G flag compressor access as a common fourth gen complaint. One owner cut a U-shaped notch in the deck for the hose. Another ground away ribbing under the deck to clear a 45 degree fitting. Therefore, budget extra install time if you rely on onboard air.
2005 to 2023 Tacoma: YT5 and YT6
DECKED fits second and third gen trucks with one pair of codes, covering 19 model years. The DECKED YT5 fits the short bed, while the YT6 fits the long bed. As a result, a 2008 and a 2022 truck with matching beds take the same tacoma drawer system.
Third gen DECKED Tacoma owners lose two factory features. The drawer covers both the bed outlet and the stock bed cubbies. In fact, one TacomaWorld thread exists only to relocate the outlet. Also, the used market is busy. DECKED files its older two-drawer systems as legacy models, MT5 through MT8. Those codes split the years differently: MT5 and MT6 fit 2005 to 2018, while MT7 and MT8 fit 2019 and newer. So before you buy used, match the code to your model year.
First Gen Tacoma: The YT12
For 1995 to 2004 trucks, DECKED still offers the YT12 Drawer System. Notably, the fitment chart lists it for the long bed only, so first gen short beds have no DECKED option.
Check your bed floor first on a truck this old. A rusted, dented or warped floor keeps the drawer feet from sitting flat. Consequently, fix the floor before you bolt anything in.
What You Give Up: Weight, Height and Bed Liners
A DECKED Tacoma build adds weight. Owners report roughly 200 pounds for the empty system. Every pound comes out of your payload before you load a cap, passengers or water. For the math, read our guide on the overlanding payload problem before you stack a drawer, rack and tent.
Bed Height and Liner Rules
Height is the second cost. Owners say the gap from deck to bed rail is shallow, so tall gear no longer fits under a tonneau. Similarly, headroom under a camper shell shrinks. If you plan to sleep on the deck, measure the space from deck to shell roof first.
Liners matter too. DECKED says drop-in bed liners must come out, while spray-on liners are fine. In addition, DECKED asks you to spread loads across the deck at about 50 pounds per square foot. For other options, our piece on how to maximize truck bed storage covers more tacoma truck bed storage ideas.
Installing DECKED in a Tacoma
DECKED estimates 2 to 3 hours for an install and 15 minutes to remove it. Owner reports vary. One TacomaWorld owner finished a new install in about 3 hours. An Overland Bound owner needs about an hour to reinstall a removed unit. Either way, plan on a second person, because the panels are awkward to set in alone.
Use hand tools where possible. DECKED warns against high torque, because a powerful driver blows out the threaded inserts. If you use a cordless driver, set the clutch in the bottom third and the speed at its slowest setting. Also, DECKED lists no drill for the base fourth gen install. However, 2005 to 2023 trucks without factory cabside tie downs need one. DECKED calls for a 5/16 in bit and a drill stop to anchor the cab end.
Plan the outlet work separately on a fourth gen Power Accessory Bed. The outlet step needs a drill, a 5/32 in bit, a utility knife and magnets. As a result, the job runs longer.
A Locked, Weatherproof Drawer for Your Tacoma
DECKED builds every system in the USA and ships it free. Most orders leave within 2 business days.
See Today's PriceDECKED vs. a DIY Drawer Build
A plywood build is the alternative most owners weigh against tacoma bed drawers from DECKED. You size a DIY build yourself, so it uses the space beside the drawers and past the wheel wells. Many forum posters say plywood or bins hold more gear for the same footprint, and you control the cost.
In contrast, a wood box needs its own seals, slides and locks to match DECKED on water, dust and security. Also, you supply the design, the tools and the weekend of build time.
Buy a DECKED Tacoma system for sealed, locked tacoma bed drawers with a warranty and no build time. On the other hand, build your own if volume matters more than weather sealing. A DIY build also suits a custom sleeping platform.
Either route still needs a plan for loose gear. Low-profile stackable storage bins sort small parts and recovery gear. Next, a non-slip drawer liner roll stops tools from sliding when you brake. Finally, a truck bed LED light strip kit lights the bed after dark.
Drawer organizing gear
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DECKED Tacoma Pros and Cons
These points come from verified DECKED specs plus what owners repeat most on TacomaWorld, Tacoma3G, Tacoma4G and Reddit.
Pros
- Gear stays organized and in the truck, so trip packing gets faster.
- Owners report dry drawers through heavy rain and car washes.
- The flat deck still hauls cargo and spans the wheel wells.
- Drawers stay locked whenever the tailgate is locked.
- DECKED rates each drawer at 400 lb and the deck at 1,000 lb.
- The system carries a limited lifetime warranty and ships free.
Cons
- The frame wastes space beside the drawer and past the wheel wells.
- It lists at $1,699.99, and many owners call it expensive and shop used.
Final Thoughts
If your Tacoma carries the same gear every day, a DECKED system earns its place. You get a locked, dry drawer, a deck rated for 1,000 pounds and a fit cut for your exact bed. For Tacoma truck bed storage you set up once and forget, the sealed drawer is the main draw.
The main trade-off I’d flag is weight. Owners report roughly 200 pounds, a lot for a midsize truck with a cap and camp gear. Likewise, if you haul tall cargo under a tonneau, the lost height will bother you every week.
Value depends on how often you open the bed. At $1,699.99, the system pays off for a truck loaded daily. Meanwhile, a weekend camper might do better with a used unit or a DIY build. Note one catch: DECKED’s warranty covers the original buyer only. Whatever you choose, match the code to your bed with the chart above. On a 2024 or newer truck, check the outlet covers too. For more on your truck, browse our Toyota Tacoma coverage.
Get the code right, and your gear gets a dry, locked home. To me, the peace of mind is the best part.
Order the DECKED System Built for Your Tacoma Bed
Set the vehicle to your Tacoma year, bed type and length, then check the price and ship date.
Check Price at DECKEDFAQ
Which DECKED model fits a 2024 or newer Tacoma?
DECKED makes four models for 2024 and newer Tacomas. The YT7 and YT8 fit the 5 ft and 6 ft Standard Beds. Trucks with the Power Accessory Bed and factory outlets take the YT9 or YT10.
Will a DECKED system for a 2005 to 2023 Tacoma fit a 2024 or newer truck?
No. DECKED does not list the older systems for 2024 and newer trucks. Each system is router cut for one bed. Instead, the YT5 and YT6 fit 2005 to 2023 trucks, while the YT7 through YT10 fit newer trucks.
Does DECKED fit a 5 ft Tacoma short bed?
Yes. The YT5 fits 2005 to 2023 short beds, and the YT7 or YT9 fits 2024 and newer short beds. However, DECKED lists no system for the 1995 to 2004 short bed.
Do DECKED drawers work with a bed liner?
Spray-on liners work fine. However, DECKED says drop-in liners must come out before you install the system.
Is DECKED worth it on a Tacoma?
For gear you keep in the truck daily, owners say yes, mainly for the dry, locked drawer. In contrast, owners who need maximum volume or payload often prefer a DIY build or plain bins.