BAKFlip Tonneau Cover For A 2018 Toyota Tundra With The Shorter Bed
Updated 10/30/2025 | Published 10/13/2025
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Question:
I have a 2018 Toyota Tundra crew max with the shorter bed... which model of Bakflip do I need? Thanks.
asked by: Marc
Expert Reply:
Hi Marc!
The Correct BAKFlip for your 2018 Toyota Tundra Crew Max with the short 5-1/2 foot bed will depend on if you have the Deck Rail System or not. That said, I have both options listed below:
With Deck Rail System:
BAKFlip MX4 Hard Tonneau Cover - Folding - Aluminum - Matte Finish # BAK48409T
Without Deck Rail System:
BAKFlip MX4 Hard Tonneau Cover - Folding - Aluminum - Matte Finish # BAK48409
I think the MX4 is the ones to go with as it is the newest of all the BAKFlip options and I prefer the matte finish. I have been almost blinded by glossy ones when driving before, so I tend to steer people away from them. Plus the matte ones stay cleaner and hide scratches and things better.
What are you carrying in your bed?
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BAKFlip MX4 Hard Tonneau Cover - Folding - Aluminum - Matte Finish
- Tonneau Cover
- Fold-Up - Hard
- Rack Compatible
- Opens at Tailgate
- Tailgate Lock
- Flush Profile - Inside Bed Rails
- Aluminum
- Matte
- BAK Industries
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Lazer S.
10/30/2025
Hey Marc, how did things turn out with the BAKFlip MX4 for your Tundra’s short bed? Did the matte finish give you the look and function you were hoping for? Your update could make it easier for others choosing between the two versions.