By: Otaiba Ahsan

A critical component for most people who are considering the purchase of a pickup truck is the cargo bed. Particularly its size, as well as the weight it can load. This is key for those who transport a lot of material with their vehicle, whether it’s for home projects or for work. So, what is the maximum weight the cargo bed of the Tesla Cybertruck can handle? Continue reading for more.

Accessing the Cargo Bed

When your car is parked, you can step outside and use exterior switches to access the cargo bed. Use this visual from Tesla as a reference to the information below:

1. Tonneau Open: This is the first button shown in the image, which you can fully press and release to open the tonneau cover. If you’d like to pause the opening, press it a second time. Lastly, to open the tonneau cover partially, press the button lightly and release when desired.
2. Tonneau Close: Next, you can fully press the second button shown in the image, which will close the cover. Similarly, you can pause at any time by pressing it once more, and once again you can partially close it by pressing lightly and releasing when needed.
3. Tailgate Open: The third and final button shown in the image. Press it to release the tailgate latch.

Additionally, you can use the Tesla mobile app, as well as the touchscreen in your car to open or close the tonneau cover. For both options, simply tap Controls > Tonneau and choose your desired outcome.

Maximum Weight Capacity

Now that you know how to access the cargo bed, let’s look at the weight it can handle, which varies based on the specific trim of the Cybertruck:

1. Dual Motor All Season: Maximum payload of 2,200 lbs, or 998 kg.
2. Dual Motor All Terrain: Maximum payload of 2,500 lbs, or 1,134 kg.
3. Tri Motor All Season: Maximum payload of 2,000 lbs, or 907 kg.
4. Tri Motor All Terrain: Maximum payload of 2,270 lbs, or 1,030 kg.

As you can see, the weight varies up to a difference of 500 lbs, which is quite significant. Therefore, it’s important to review these numbers during the purchase process if the maximum payload is of particular importance to you.

NOTE: These values are subject to change at any time based on what trims of the car are available. Tesla will update their Owner’s Manual for the Cybertruck as needed.

The Bottom Line

So, what is the maximum weight the cargo bed of the Tesla Cybertruck can handle? This value varies depending on the trim of the vehicle you own. For example, the Dual Motor All Terrain can carry up to 2,500 lbs, or 1,134 kg, whereas the Tri Motor All Season has a maximum payload of 2,000 lbs, or 907 kg. See the full summary broken down by available trim above.