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  1. Tonneau Cover
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  3. Fold-Up - Hard
  4. Flush Profile - Inside Bed Rails
  5. Rack Compatible
  6. Aluminum
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2005 Ford Excursion
BAK Industries

BAKFlip MX4 Hard Tonneau Cover - Folding - Aluminum - Matte Finish

Part Number: BAK78AV
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Get style and versatility with this heavy-duty, all-aluminum tonneau. Quad-fold cover sits inside your vehicle's bed rails and secures upright for unrestricted bed access. Tailgate opens and closes with cover up or down. Matte black finish. Great Prices for the best tonneau cover from BAK Industries. BAKFlip MX4 Hard Tonneau Cover - Folding - Aluminum - Matte Finish part number BAK78AV can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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BAK Industries Tonneau Cover - BAK78AV

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Secures to your truck bed with model-specific clamps and hardware
  • Hard Cover Keeps Everything Out: Locks with your tailgate so gear stays protected.
  • Full Bed Use: Quad-fold panels flip up or fold down for total bed access.
  • Holds Heavy Loads: Aluminum panels support up to 400 lbs evenly distributed.
  • Keeps Gear Dry: Rubber seals and drain system channel water out of the bed.
  • Matte Finish Stays Clean: Scratch- and UV-resistant coating keeps a sleek look.
Made in USA

Features to know about

Full Bed Use: Quad-Fold Design

When you need to haul large gear or a full load, the BAKFlip MX4 folds all the way up against the cab so you can use the entire bed. The prop rods hold the panels securely in place while you drive, and you can also fold it partway to handle smaller loads. Because it mounts inside the bed rails, you keep access to stake-pocket-mounted accessories or raised side rails without losing space.

Tough Everyday Protection: ½" Aluminum Panels with Foam Core

Truck beds take a beating, but this cover is built for it. Each panel is ½ inch thick and made from rustproof aluminum with a premium-density foam core for strength. The top surface is matte black to resist scratches, scuffs, and UV rays, and it’s rated to support up to 400 lbs of evenly distributed weight. That means you can load gear on top or roll through tough weather without worrying about damage.

Keeps Cargo Dry: Sealed and Drained System

Rain and car washes don’t have to ruin what’s in your bed. The MX4 uses matte black rubber seals and a built-in drainage system to channel water out. A rear seal lets you open and close the tailgate whether the cover is up or down, so you don’t have to wrestle with it when the weather turns. With the tailgate locked, the automatically latching panels create a secure, sealed bed space.

Clean Look and Smooth Fit: Flush Inside-Rail Mounting

Some covers sit high and look bulky, but this one fits flush inside your bed rails for a low-profile look. The aircraft-grade aluminum rails with a black powder-coat finish match the panels and tie everything together. Matte-finished cab corner caps, clamps, and elevator bolts keep the edges smooth and refined, while pre-molded shock-absorbent bumpers and prop-rod clips make daily use simple and solid.

No-Drill Setup: Clamp-On Frame Rails

You don’t need to break out the drill to install the MX4. The frame rails clamp directly to the inside of the bed, and included bolts secure the front hinge rail to the frame rails. Once tightened down, the cover sits square and solid. It’s ready to go without permanent modifications, so you can get back to hauling and protecting your cargo right away.

Specs

Weight

  • Cover weight: 71 lbs
  • Weight capacity: up to 400 lbs of evenly distributed weight

Material and Construction

  • Panel material: 1/2" thick, rustproof aluminum
  • Panel core: Premium density foam core
  • Rail material: Aircraft-grade, rustproof aluminum with black powder coat finish
  • Finish: Matte black, resistant to scratches, scuffs, and UV rays

Design and Functionality

  • Design type: Quad-fold cover
  • Installation: Easy, no-drill installation
  • Profile: Low-profile, sits inside truck bed rails
  • Mounting compatibility: Stake-pocket-mounted accessories and raised side rails
  • Tailgate operation: Opens and closes with cover up or down
  • Latching system: Automatically latching panels create secure truck bed when tailgate is closed and locked
  • Sealing system: Matte black rubber seals and built-in drainage system
  • Prop rods: Secure folded cover in upright position for full bed access
  • Buckle system: Integrated buckle system for folded, flipped up, or closed positions
  • Enhanced features: Matte-finished cab corner caps, clamps, and elevator bolts; pre-molded, die-cut, shock-absorbent bumpers; secure prop rod clips

Origin and Warranty

  • Country of manufacture: USA
  • Warranty: 5-Year warranty

448146 BAK Industries BAK Flip MX4 Hard Folding Truck Bed Cover

Installation Details BAK78AV Installation instructions

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Ratings & Reviews

4.6

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Get style and versatility with this heavy-duty, all-aluminum tonneau. Quad-fold cover sits inside your vehicle's bed rails and secures upright for unrestricted bed access. Tailgate opens and closes with cover up or down. Matte black finish.

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Install was smooth and got a timely note when it was completed



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Love the MX4 ...Took a little longer to install but looks great...



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Solid performance. Only issue is with the glue holding the pads is failing



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I really love the bakFlip cover. It locks up all my stuff when we are on the road. I really like the looks too.



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I own three of these on three different trucks. The two I purchased this year and last year are not as good quality as the one I purchased in 2023.For the price they are feeling pretty cheap now and parts are falling off. Latch covers and rubber par to rest the top on when folded up have fallen off on both of the covers. I will not be buying these brand covers again.



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the bedcover finally came in.
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I replace a camper shell with the tonneau cover because it is easier to remove when I want to put my pickup camper on the pickup. I am very happy with the cover and am glad I made the switch.



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Excellent product! Wait time was crazy but manufacturer is to blame on that one!



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I am a huge fan of the BAKFlip. The installation was pretty straight forward and easy. Anybody with moderate mechanical ability can install. I think it took less than 2 hours. I live in a heavy snow area and had more than 24” of snow on it at one point and the product performed flawlessly.



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Bought it used.. I asked if it was complete undamaged.. It arrived complete including a scratch on the inside cover.. I'm glad it wasn't on the outside cover. Shipping was quick. Installation was fairly straight forward



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The cover functions ok. The tailgate leaks quite a bit. The manufactured edges that where cut were sharp and not painted or treated. The weather strip along the edges has already discolored/faded. Disappointed in the fading and less than ideal sharp edges. Somewhat expected leaks, but not this much. Average at best rating, especially for the price.



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I installed the BAKFlip MX4 in my RAM 2500 Crewcab has the 6' 1/2 short bed, drived 300 miles now. good product, open and close the tailgate without lifting up the cover



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Great fit on a Ram 2500 long bed. Everything stays dry on the inside.



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Great tonneau cover. Fits as it should.



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I have been using this cover for almost a year now, and am very pleased with it. It looks and fits great, and it is secure and keeps most of the bed dry in the rain. A couple of rubber trip bits have needed some improved securing, and I used a little RTV so it was easy. I drove it across the country round trip last summer and it was perfect. I would recommend this cover for a great-looking and pretty secure cover. Finally, it is easy to fold forward when it is time to haul loads taller than the bed rails.



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So after a year I am still loving this bed cover. Had the fiberglass version for my 2013 F-150 and loved it as well, that's why I purchased this one for my 2019 Super Duty, it was also the first accessory I purchased for it because I was so used to my other one and knew I couldn't live without it. I never installed the drain tubes on either covers and still haven't had water get it my bed. Also the folks at etrailer are always awesome! Thanks again!



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Purchased this BAKFlip for my new 22 RAM Classic 1500. Installation went well, instructions were good to follow, and it fit perfectly. One of the plastic hold down clips had a manufacturer defect with excess plastic mold residue inside the clip that prevented it from properly working. I sent an online warranty claim explaining the problem, and a new clip was sent to me in a reasonable amount of time, and it worked fine. After one year of using the cover, I am very happy with it. Everything functions as it should, and it is very versatile. While it is not 100% watertight, I mostly notice a small amount of leakage around the tailgate seal after washing the truck. Under normal rainy weather, there is no leakage, and we get plenty of rain in the PNW. My four-star rating rather than a 5 star is only because of the manufacturer defect and the curling of one of the rubber cushions on the underside of one of the panels where the adhesive holding it on the edges has not held up under the hot weather (with the black color, when the sun beats down on the cover it gets pretty toasty inside the truck bed with the cover closed). I am thinking that should be an easy fix by applying some good adhesive and taping in place until the adhesive cures. Just haven't gotten around to doing it. Again, really like this cover. Would recommend it to others, and if I ever have a need for one in the future, would definitely not hesitate getting another BAKflip.



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Overall, I am very pleased with my BAKFlip MX4. It has held up well after 1 year. It works well and looks good. It matches my matte black accessories and trim. It was fairly easy to assemble but I did have some tight fitment issues near the cab where the cover connects to the rail. I really like the security of the hardtop and access through the tailgate. Water is generally kept out, but sometimes there are water drips near the tailgate depending on the angle parked. So this cover keeps the bed *mostly* dry.
etrailer was very fast to deliver my cover, and it came in good condition.



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BAKFlip MX4 is a great addition to any pickup. It allows for secure transport of material, keeping it dry in bad weather and yet readily accessible with the flip of a panel. It also keeps the weather away from your 5th wheel hitch. Can be left on when towing.



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The bed cover has been great so far. Followed the instructions and took my time adjusting it and it has been working well. Keeps the bed dry and looks good. I did have to order an extra kit to get enough rail clamps. Once I put the extra clamps on it feels much more secure. For 8ft beds they need atleast 8 to 10 clamps, not 6. The cover has been working in that I don’t have to uncover the whole bed to use it. I just need to open up as much as I need at the time.



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Ordered the BAKFlip MX4 for my son on 12/15 after calling to verify the tonneau would arrive by Christmas. Then received an email that said "Your order has been forwarded to one of our partners for direct shipment to you" and never received another shipping update or any tracking info. Finally on 12/22 I emailed Etrailer.com who told me they didn't know when I would get it. The Tonneau finally arrived on 12/29, 3 days after my son returned to California (he drove his truck, 2100 miles). He won't be back till next Christmas so I have to figure out how to return this product. I had several other buying options to get this here by Christmas, but went with Etrailer because of their reputation. This will be my last purchase from Etrailer.com.



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I love how this tonneau cover works. because it allows use of almost the entire bed of the truck when it's fully open. I was a little disappointed with the clamps for installing the side rails, as they didn't seem as robust as the clamps in the cover I bought for my last truck. However, I am happy with its operation, and the fact that the truck bed is a locked compartment when I lock the tailgate.



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See what our Experts say about this BAK Industries Tonneau Cover

  • Is There Lighterweight Tonneau Cover that Fits 2024 GMC Canyon 5 ft Bed
    Hey Anthony, the weight of the BAKFlip MX4 Hard Tonneau Cover # BAK78AV that you referenced is 71 lbs. Basically all of the retractable and hard tonneaus are going to weight more since there is a lot of components involved. I'm actually impressed you could feel 50 lbs in the bed of your truck. Most of the time it takes at least a couple hundred lbs back there to notice anything. To get something lighter you'd need the Access LiteRider part # A92FA which is a roll up that is 31 lbs.
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  • Hard Folding Tonneau For 2024 GMC Canyon w/ 5' Bed That Allows Complete Bed Access
    Hi Jim, While there is a hard folding tonneau cover that allows complete bed access for your 2024 GMC Canyon, the etrailer Hard Tonneau Cover # e55DR does not. This cover folds up to allow 3/4 bed access, but what you can use instead for full access is the BAKFlip MX4 Hard Tonneau Cover # BAK78AV. This'll fit your 5 foot bed, and it'll block the rear view like you mentioned, but give you the complete bed access you're wanting.
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  • Ladder Rack Recomendation 2023 Chevy Colorado with BAKFlip MX4 Tonneau
    For your 2023 Chevy Colorado 5 foot bed the Adarac Pro Series Ladder Rack part # A86ZA is what you would want. This attaches to the top of the bed rails which allows it to fit with your BAKFlip MX4 tonneau cover # BAK78AV. This rack also has vertical uprights which also helps the cover roll up without hitting them as opposed to uprights that angle in.
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  • Recommended Folding Cover and Ladder Rack for a 2024 GMC Canyon
    Yes, there is and congrats on the new truck! For a hard folding tonneau cover that is ladder rack compatible, I recommend the BAKFlip MX4 Hard Tonneau Cover item # BAK78AV. This cover fits the 2024 GMC Canyon's with the 5' bed. This quad-fold cover sits inside your GMC Canyon's bed rails which means it is compatible with sliding ladder racks. It has a matte black finish and is made of 1/2" rustproof aluminum panels. For a ladder rack, I recommend the Thule T-Rac Pro2 Truck Bed Ladder...
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  • Ladder Rack Compatibility With BAKFlip MX4 On 2026 Chevy Colorado
    Hey Mike, congratulations on the new truck! The compatibility notes on the BAKFlip MX4 # BAK78AV come from the way it mounts. This mounts inside the bed rails, so it is compatible with a ladder rack that mounts on top of the bed rails like the Adarac Pro Series # A86ZA or Adarac Aluminum Series # A66ZA. We also have the BAKFlip MX4 # BAK83AV which comes with the T-slot rails but the cost is a bit higher. If you have the rails you can mount the Yakima OutPost HD # Y01152-5855 or Yakima...
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