Difference Between Aluminum & Polycarbonate on Retrax Tonneaus For 2024 Ram 3500 w/ 6-1/2' Bed
Question:
What is the difference between Polycarbonate and aluminum on the Retrax Tonneau cover?
asked by: Harry E
Expert Reply:
Hey there Harry, that's a good question, as the difference is the strength of the aluminum vs. polycarbonate Retrax tonneau covers that fit your 2024 Ram 3500 with a 6-1/2 foot bed.
The aluminum RetraxPRO MX Hard Tonneau Cover # RT80232 has the most strength, with a 500 lb weight capacity; its aluminum construction also means it isn't going to rust so it's the toughest of the two.
The polycarbonate RetraxONE MX Hard Tonneau Cover # RT60232 isn't exactly frail, but its weight capacity is 200 lbs so quite a bit less than the aluminum, so it just isn't quite as rugged. But it does have a better price point than the RetraxPRO and the same lifetime warranty, so it's really just whatever you're most comfortable with.

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RetraxPRO MX Hard Tonneau Cover - Retractable - Aluminum - Matte Black
- Tonneau Cover
- Retractable - Manual
- Not Rack Compatible
- Opens at Tailgate
- Low Profile - Top of Bed Rails
- Aluminum
- Matte
- Retrax
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RetraxONE MX Hard Tonneau Cover - Retractable - Polycarbonate - Matte Black
- Tonneau Cover
- Retractable - Manual
- Not Rack Compatible
- Opens at Tailgate
- Low Profile - Top of Bed Rails
- Hard Plastic
- Matte
- Retrax
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Harry E.
2/26/2024
Thank you for the response!