Types of Truck Cabs: Know Your Cab Before You Order Replacement Panels
At Classic 2 Current Fabrication, we manufacture and supply machine-formed rust repair and replacement panels for a wide range of domestic trucks, SUVs, and classic vehicles. One of the most common issues we see is customers ordering the wrong panels because they are unsure what type of cab their truck has. Whether you’re shopping for rocker panels, cab corners, or floor pans, identifying your cab style is essential to ensure proper fitment and avoid costly returns or modifications.
This guide breaks down the most common truck cab types across Chevrolet, GMC, Dodge, and Ford, helping you choose the right rust repair panels for your build.
Chevrolet & GMC Cab Types
1. Regular Cab (Chevy/GMC)
This is the most basic and compact cab option. A Regular Cab Chevy or GMC truck has two doors and a single row of seating. There is no back seat or rear door access. This layout was most common in work trucks, early model Silverados, Sierras, and C/K series pickups.
Common Applications:
- 1988–2007 Chevy C/K and Silverado
- 1988–2007 GMC Sierra
- 1973–1987 Square Body pickups
2. Extended Cab (Pre-2014)
The Extended Cab includes two full-size front doors and two smaller rear doors that open in the reverse direction. These rear doors are half-doors and do not open independently unless the front doors are open first. This design was used prior to 2014 and provided limited rear passenger space.
Common Applications:
- 1999–2013 Chevy Silverado Extended Cab
- 1999–2013 GMC Sierra Extended Cab
3. Double Cab (2014–Present)
Introduced in 2014, the Double Cab replaced the older Extended Cab models. It features four full-sized doors, but the rear doors and interior space are slightly smaller than the Crew Cab. This is an intermediate configuration between the traditional Extended and Crew options.
Common Applications:
- 2014–2024 Chevy Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500
- 2014–2024 GMC Sierra models
4. Crew Cab (Chevy/GMC)
Crew Cab trucks are designed for passenger comfort. They feature four full-size doors and the largest rear seat area of any GM truck cab style. This layout offers maximum space for daily drivers, family use, or job sites where you carry a crew.
Common Applications:
- 2001–2024 Silverado and Sierra Crew Cab
- Used widely across 1500, 2500, and 3500 platforms
Dodge RAM Cab Types
1. Regular Cab (RAM)
Like GM’s version, RAM’s Regular Cab features two doors and a single row of seating. These models offer the shortest cab-to-bed length and are often used in trades or performance truck builds.
Common Applications:
- RAM 1500, 2500, 3500 (throughout all generations)
2. Quad Cab
The RAM Quad Cab adds two small rear doors and a limited second row. The rear doors are front-hinged and open independently. Rear seat legroom is tighter compared to a Crew Cab.
Common Applications:
- 2002–2024 RAM 1500
- 2002–2018 RAM 2500 and 3500
3. Crew Cab (RAM)
Larger than the Quad Cab, the Crew Cab offers full-size rear doors and substantial rear legroom at 41.5 inches. This cab is ideal for passengers, road trips, and full-time family use.
Common Applications:
- RAM 1500 Crew Cab
- RAM 2500/3500 Crew Cab
4. Mega Cab
Exclusive to heavy-duty RAM models, the Mega Cab is the largest cab size available on any truck. It provides 42.5 inches of rear legroom and additional storage behind the rear seats.
Common Applications:
- RAM 2500/3500 Mega Cab (2006–2024)
Ford Cab Types
1. Regular Cab (Ford)
Ford’s Regular Cab is a two-door, single-row configuration seen primarily in work trucks and older F-Series models.
Common Applications:
- F-150 Regular Cab
- F-250 and F-350 Single Cab (1990s–Present)
2. Super Cab
Ford’s Super Cab features two standard front doors and two smaller rear-hinged half doors. These doors require the front doors to open first. The rear seats are functional but compact.
Common Applications:
- 1997–2023 Ford F-150 Super Cab
- 1999–2023 F-250 and F-350 Super Duty
3. Super Crew Cab
Also referred to as “Crew Cab,” Ford’s Super Crew is built for full passenger capacity. It features four full-size doors and ample rear seat space, offering the best comfort across Ford’s lineup.
Common Applications:
- F-150 Super Crew Cab
- F-250/F-350 Super Duty Crew Cab
- Tremor and Raptor Editions
Why Cab Type Matters When Ordering Replacement Panels
Identifying your cab type is essential when purchasing rocker panels, cab corners, floor pans, and B-pillar panels. Each cab configuration has different body lines, door lengths, and rocker panel lengths. At Classic 2 Current Fabrication, we manufacture panels specifically cut and formed for each cab style. Ordering the wrong cab variant can result in a poor fit or gaps that require welding or modification.
We offer:
- 19-gauge galvanized steel panels
- EDP-coated rust protection
- Weld-through primer options
- Made in USA options for Ford, GM, GMC, Dodge and Chevrolet
- Rocker panel kits by cab type
- Cab corners sized for Regular, Crew, or Extended models
Need Help Identifying Your Cab?
Our expert team is here to help. Use our online chat, email us, or call us directly at 313-534-2886 with your VIN, year, make, and model. We’ll help you confirm your cab type and ensure you’re ordering the correct rust repair panels.
When in doubt, measure the rear door opening or count the hinges. The difference between a Quad Cab and Crew Cab, or Extended and Double Cab, can come down to just a few inches.