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2020 Ford F-150
Retrax

RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Cover - Retractable - Aluminum - Matte Black - Accessory T-Slots

Part Number: RTT-80481
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Install crossbars (sold separately) in the slotted rails of this heavy-duty cover to carry your bikes, kayaks, and more above your bed. Manually operate the cover with the pop-up, locking handle, which gives you the best security for your cargo. Great Prices for the best tonneau cover from Retrax. RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Cover - Retractable - Aluminum - Matte Black - Accessory T-Slots part number RTT-80481 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Retrax Tonneau Cover - RTT-80481

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Secures to your truck bed with model-specific clamps and hardware
  • Keeps Gear Safe and Dry: 1" thick aluminum slats lock tight and seal out rain, dust, and snow.
  • Haul More Above the Bed: Built-in T-slots let you mount racks for bikes, ladders, or kayaks.
  • Full Bed Access Anytime: Retracts smoothly into a compact canister for maximum space.
  • Smooth One-Hand Operation: Sealed ball-bearing rollers glide without straps or springs.
  • Strong and Sleek: Matte black aluminum supports 500 lbs evenly and resists dents, scratches, and fading.
Made in USA

Features to know about

Haul More Gear: Built-In Trax Rail System

The Trax Rail System built into the RetraxPRO XR lets you mount T-slot-compatible accessories like Thule, Yakima, or Rhino racks right on the side rails. That means you can haul bikes, kayaks, or camping gear above the bed while still using the retractable cover below. The rails don’t interfere with the cover’s movement, so you can open or close it at any time. It’s a simple way to keep your cargo organized and maximize bed space without removing the cover.

Truck with RetraxPRO XR tonneau cover showing Trax Rail System with mounted crossbars and accessories.

Secure Cargo Protection: Locking Aluminum Construction

This cover is built from 1" thick, heavy-duty aluminum slats that resist dents, impacts, and harsh weather. The matte black finish is scratch resistant and won’t fade in the sun. A flat, weather-guarded locking handle conceals the keyhole and keeps dirt out, while the cover itself locks in any position along the rails. Close and lock it with your tailgate for full security, or latch it partway to protect smaller items while carrying longer gear.

Side-by-side comparison showing RetraxPRO XR tonneau cover locking handle concealed under lid when closed.

Side-by-side images showing open and locked states of RetraxPRO XR tonneau cover handle mechanism.

Side-by-side images showing partially open RetraxPRO XR cover latched midway along truck bed rails.

Truck with tailgate open and RetraxPRO XR tonneau cover closed showing independent operation.

Close-up of RetraxPRO XR bulkhead weather seal preventing water and dust entry into truck bed.

Full Access in Seconds: Smooth Retractable Design

The sealed ball-bearing rollers let the cover glide along the rails without binding or requiring lubrication. It retracts fully into a compact 13-1/2" deep x 12" tall canister that sits at the bulkhead, giving you complete bed access whenever you need it. The spiral track system prevents the cover from rubbing against itself, so it stays smooth and easy to operate over time. And with a low-profile rail design only 1" above the bed, it keeps a clean, streamlined look.

Transparent view of RetraxPRO XR canister showing spiral track system that prevents cover friction during retraction.

Angled view of RetraxPRO XR canister showing space-saving sloped bottom design.

All-Weather Defense: Sealed Edges and Drain Tubes

Foam seals and weather stripping run along every edge to block out water, dust, and snow. The cover overlaps the tailgate to stop water from seeping inside, and two built-in drain tubes route any moisture out of the storage canister through factory bed holes. The result is a near-watertight fit that protects your gear through rain and car washes with minimal upkeep required.

Close-up of RetraxPRO XR drain tube attachment showing water drainage system from canister.

Built to Last: 500-Lb Capacity and Maintenance-Free Design

With a weight capacity of 500 lbs evenly distributed, the RetraxPRO XR can handle heavy snow loads or gear stacked on top without flexing. The aluminum panels, sealed bearings, and corrosion-resistant finish all add up to a system that’s built for long-term use in any environment. There are no springs, joints, or hinges to fail—just solid, maintenance-free coverage that works day after day.

Truck with matte black RetraxPRO XR hard tonneau cover highlighting low-profile and durable aluminum design.

RetraxPRO XR tonneau cover closed flush with canister showing seamless low-profile design.

RetraxPRO XR tonneau cover installed over truck bed with 5th-wheel hitch showing clearance under rails.

Two people installing RetraxPRO XR tonneau cover canister and rails on truck bed during setup.

Specs

Weight and Capacity

  • Weight capacity: 500 lbs evenly distributed

Dimensions

  • Canister dimensions: 13-1/2" deep x 12" tall

Warranty

  • Limited lifetime warranty

T-80481 Retrax RetraxPRO XR Hard Bed Cover w/ Trax Rails - Retractable - Aluminum - Matte

Installation Details RTT-80481 Installation instructions

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Ratings & Reviews

4.7

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Install crossbars (sold separately) in the slotted rails of this heavy-duty cover to carry your bikes, kayaks, and more above your bed. Manually operate the cover with the pop-up, locking handle, which gives you the best security for your cargo.

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Showed up quickly, this is the 3rd purchase from etrailer.com, they have great customer service, they know their products, prices are reasonable and they ship fast. I also purchased the Curt Hitch from them.



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Order was processed quickly and arrive in the specified shipping time. Easy two person install and fine tuning is an easy one person job. Great quality top and rugged. Perfect top for your pickup. Bed stays water tight so storing sleeping bags or luggage is no problem on long trips.



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I had a solid tonneau before and liked it. Only problems with it were you could not drive with the cover up and it was a bear to remove even with the help of my wife. That truck was totaled by a drunk driver. So the replacement truck had to have an easier cover and wile I was at it, why not some racks as well?
It looks great! Fits perfectly and was a synch to install.
On the down side it is not completely dry and it did freeze up once in the winter. Other than that I do like it and gave it 4 stars



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Thanks etrailer. Ordered the Yakima Overhaul ladder racks and the Retrax tonneau cover. It’s the perfect solution for our camping/kayaking trips. Both products are solid and top notch. Installation was a breeze on my 20 Tundra.



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Nice product. Had shipping damage etrailer made it right.



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Really like this cover. Installation was fairly straightforward I was able to do the install myself but another person would have been helpful.



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The Retrax Pro XR cover performs and looks like new after 1 year. Took 2 of us to install and adjust properly. Very minimal water leakage around tailgate sometimes which is expected. Read reviews of water leaks but must be due to improper installation/adjustment. Very satisfied and looks great. 2024 GMC 2500HD Denali



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Retrax Pro XR with Rhino Rack Cross Bar set for the XR

This has greatly simplified my bicycle transport. Before I was using separate ladder rack on back of trailer, and hitch rack on truck. Compared with my prior setup, here are the improvements:
-- removes ~75 lbs from back of my trailer
-- not dealing with separate truck and camper bike racks (esp hitch rack taking up bed room while towing)
-- don't have to unload bikes to check something on camper roof
-- bikes are easier to load (even with lifting)
-- cross bars detach in seconds and lift off for full bed access or car wash (the cross bar and bike rack assembly stores on hook in garage)
-- Don't have to remove and store bike seats (they extended well past right side of trailer when on ladder rack)
-- Bikes are more protected above tonneau cover than either on hitch rack or ladder rack.



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The Retrax Pro HR and Yakima Overhaul HD is a perfect combo and works well together.



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We really like the bed cover. Wish it was more waterproof but still really nice.



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Great fit. I had on on my old F150 and like the fit even more on my new Ram 2500.



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I couldn’t be happier with this tonneau cover for my F450. It shipped well, arrived quickly, and was packaged securely with no damage at all. Everything was organized and protected right out of the box.

Installation was surprisingly easy — clear instructions and no headaches. I had it mounted in no time, and it fit my F450 perfectly. The alignment was spot-on and the clamps secured tightly without any modifications needed.

The cover looks great, feels durable, and gives the truck a clean, finished appearance while keeping the bed fully protected. It opens and closes smoothly and feels solid once locked down.

If you’re looking for a tonneau cover for your F450, this is a great choice. Fast shipping, easy install, and excellent quality — 5 stars all the way!



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Quality and fit and finish seem strong. Straightforward install.
Would be 5 stars if the cover could close while using the Toyota tie-down system. The locking components knock up against the OEM tie-down brackets and stop the tonneau cover from closing.
Secondly, the OEM Toyota tie-down brackets cannot be used in the accessory T-slots as the OEM brackets have a larger T and cannot slide into the RetraxPRO accessory T-slots.

So,. I've paid for two different tie down systems , Toyota and Retrax and still don't have a solution. At my age I should have known better and done more research.



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Replaced my "soft" tonneau cover that was tearing, fading, and falling apart after 10 years of faithful service. Bought this tonneau cover because of the retractable operation and the aluminum construction. While it is obviously built tougher and the operation is smooth, it does have its downfalls (which I didn't think of too much at the time). One being the space that is lost in the front where all that retraction goes, I guess there is around 8 inches of height at the very front. Additionally, where it lays is slightly lower than the bed rails which takes away at least around an inch of height compared to my previous cover. This makes a big difference when getting tall containers and the like to fit. I do enjoy the elevated level of security the new tonneau cover offers, even though I had zero problems with the previous cover.



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Easy to order and find the correct fit. This is my third cover from this brand and my first with aluminum slats instead of polycarbonate due to a different truck size. Installation took about two hours from start to cleanup, and I needed a couple of neighbors to help lift it since the aluminum version is heavier. My previous polycarbonate covers didn’t leak and worked well, but they became slightly wavy over time. I expect the aluminum version to hold up better.

Installation note for 2026 Ram 3500 Dually: when positioning the clamps at each set of plastic allen screws had to adjust front and back clamps The front clamp near the cab bolts were a bit short due to the wider gap between bed and tonneau rail, so I removed the top back piece of the clamp to secure it properly. The lower supports did not fully reach the side walls, and the rear clamp near the tailgate required removing the lower support bolt to clear the cargo light. The middle clamps fit as intended with no adjustments. Something for the manufacture to consider as new trucks come out with different accessories.

Overall, I’ve been very happy with this brand over the years and am satisfied with this purchase.



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Was relatively simple to install and works as advertised. Not my first of these covers so I am a return customer and also new what to expect with installation. The PDF instructions are good, but not quite Lego or IKEA level. I haven't installed the Yakima HD Overhaul System yet, but do not expect any issues.



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I installed the RetraxPro XR tonneau cover myself and it wasn't bad at all. I had to do a lot of adjusting to get it perfectly straight and even. The hardest part was having my wife help me lift the cover in the truck after it was assembled. I wish they would include some kind of a reducer to be able to fit the drain hoses into the smaller holes in the bed of the truck so no drilling would have to be made. Other than that, great bed cover and can't wait to add T-slot accessories.



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This is my 2nd retrax cover. Sold my first with my last truck. There’s nothing better in my opinion! Retrax for the win!!



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Easy install nice and clean.

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Brooke M.

6/9/2025

Wow! [whistles] that looks REALLY GOOD. Great fit on your truck!



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It is great. Took about 2 hours to install. You will need 2 people to put the assembled cover in the bed. I do have the multiplex tailgate and rain water will get into the bed because of the gap in the tailgate sections.



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Short version, LOVE IT!!! This was a lot more money than I wanted to spend but it was well worth it. While not water tight it is close. Easy to install, easy to operate. Does not make noise even on washboard roads. The loss of space by having a canister has not impacted me. But I saved the best for last. My daughter wanted one for her truck so I ordered another one. It was damaged in shipment and the best customer service representative in the world, Kimberly O, helped me out by getting me a new replacement quickly. I highly recommend this Tonneau Cover. I also got T-Slots and use my Rhino crossbars with the cover. No problems, just like they were made for each other.


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    Hello Eric. The Replacement Side Rails for Retrax XR Series Hard Tonneau Covers # RTX39FR are for the RetraxPRO XR # RTT-80481 which does fit the 2020 Chevy Silverado 1500 with the 5'8" bed.
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  • Does Retrax Pro XR Tonneau Cover Fit 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 With Short Bed
    Hi Damon, While I don't see where it shows 5'8", I can tell you that we just use "5-3/4 Foot Bed" as a more general length so people know it fits their short bed. And I did check with the manufacturer for you and can verify that for your short bed 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500, the right fit is the RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Cover # RTT-80481.
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  • Can Thule Xsporter Pro Shift Overhead Rack Fit Retrax Pro XR Ladder Rack Tracks
    The Thule Xsporter Pro Shift Overhead Rack # TH54RR comes with it's own base rails that attach to the top of the bed rails of the truck. The RetraxPRO XR # RTT-80481 that fits your 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 5-3/4 ft bed comes with it's own rails that are on top of the bed rails for a rack like the Yakima Overhaul HD rack # Y01151-5755 to attach to. For a similar Retrax tonneau that allows access to the bed rails for the Thule to fit you'd want the part # RT80471.
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    For the RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Cover # RTT-80481 on your 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 I recommend adding the Thule crossbars. For this you will need the Bars # TH713700, Feet # TH460R and Fit Kit # THKIT3101. This will allow you to use the Thule ProRide Bike Rack # TH598004 or Thule Canyon Cargo Basket # TH859XT-8591XT mounted in the channels on the crossbars. I prefer the ProRide as it clamps to the bikes frame and does not require removal of the front wheel. The Canyon cargo basket is 40"...
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  • Weight of RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Cover RTT-80481
    The RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Cover w/ Trax Rails # RTT-80481 has a shipping weight of 120 lbs and is confirmed to fit your 2019 GMC Sierra with a 5 3/4 foot bed. Once the packaging and box is removed that will shed about 5 - 10 lbs so it will be adding roughly about 110 - 115 lbs to the back of your truck. The RetraxPRO MX Hard Tonneau Cover # RT80471 you referenced is just slightly lighter by about 10 lbs or so. However the MX PRO doesn't have the Trax Rail System to attach t-slot accessories...
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  • Parts Needed to Add Trax Rails to 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 with 5-3/4' Bed with RetraxPRO MX Cover
    To upgrade the RetraxPRO MX Hard Tonneau Cover # RTX77FR on your 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 with 5-3/4' bed to the RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Cover w/ Trax Rails # RTT-80481 you just need the Side Rails # RTX39FR. These 2 tonneau covers are the same exact thing aside from the side rails so this is the only thing you'll need to make the conversion. Once you have the Trax Rails installed you'll be able to use them for accessories like the Yakima OverHaul HD which comes with 68" HD bars as part...
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  • RetraxPRO Tonneau Cover Options For 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 With A 5-3/4' Bed
    If you have a 5-3/4' bed on your 2021 GMC Sierra you have the narrow rail option of the RetraxPRO MX # RTX77FR and the wide rail option # RT80471. If you like the wide rails but want to make them functional since they cover more of the stake pockets, you can get the RetraxPRO XR # RTT-80481 which gives you accessory T-Slots to add things like this Yakima Overhaul Ladder Rack # Y01151-5855.
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    I would recommend the RetraxPRO XR 100% for your 2021 GMC Sierra Carbon Pro, because it is the top of the line kind of like your Carbon Pro Sierra. Here is one for a 5-3/4' bed # RTT-80481 and this one is for a 6-1/2' bed # RTX78FR. It will also compliment the look too. The best thing about this tonneau cover is the tracks you have on the sides. It can enable you to put rails or a ladder rack # Y01151-5855 on the top of the truck bed to fit more gear all while being able to use the tonneau...
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    The RetraxONE MX Hard Tonneau Cover # RTX47FR is not compatible with any ladder racks, but the RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Cover # RTT-80481 is compatible with ladder racks since it has built-in rails. This is confirmed to fit your 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 with the 5-3/4' bed. For a ladder rack that will work with this Retrax Pro XR I would look into the Yakima OverHaul HD Adjustable Truck Bed Ladder Rack. You can get this ladder rack with 68" Crossbars # Y01151-58 or 78" crossbars # Y01151-59....
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  • Looking for RetraxPRO and Yakima HD Ladder Rack for 2026 GMC Sierra 1500
    Hey Mike, welcome back! We don't have the two parts together # Y01151-58 and # RTT-80481 as a single part number kit but you can almost just easily order the two parts separately and get them shipped at same time and it would accomplish the same thing. Would that work?
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  • Parts Needed to Add Trax Rails to 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 with 5-3/4' Bed with RetraxPRO MX Cover
    Yes, we can help with that. To upgrade your current RetraxPRO MX Hard Tonneau Cover, # RTX77FR on your 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTD with 5-3/4' bed to the RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Cover w/ Trax Rails, # RTT-80481, simply add the Side Rails # RTX39FR. Once you have the Trax Rails installed you'll be able to use them for accessories like the Yakima OverHaul HD which comes with 68" HD bars as part # Y01151-5855 as well as 78" HD bars as part # Y01151-5955.
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  • Compatible Tonneau Cover, Ladder Rack, and Kayak Carrier Set on 2020 GMC Sierra 1500
    The Tonneau Cover that's a confirmed fit for your 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 with 5-3/4 foot bed is # RTT-80481. The Yakima Overhaul HD that works with this is # Y01151 paired with the Tonneau Cover Adapter # Y01155 and the 78" HD Bar Crossbars # Y01159. As for the Thule Hullavator # TH898, with your 78" of bar space, you have plenty of bar space and some overhang for this kayak carrier. Just note that the ladder rack has 300 lbs weight capacity on-road and 180 lbs off-road. Since the Hullavator...
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  • Retrax Tonneau Cover for 2020 Chevy Silverado Short Bed and Yakima OverHaul HD Ladder Rack
    We have the exact Retrax tonneau cover for your 2020 Chevy Silverado short bed (69 inch bed) that will work with the Yakima OverHaul HD Adjustable Truck Bed Ladder Rack for Tonneau Cover # Y01151-5855. It isn't actually the Retrax One though, it is the RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Cover with Trax Rails # RTT-80481. I have added links to video reviews for you to check out as well.
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