{"title":"PLAT System | Truckbed Platform","description":"\u003ch2\u003eP.L.A.T. System™ Truck Bed Platform | Portable Lifted Adaptable Truckbed Platform\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne truck. Adapt to work or play.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eP.L.A.T. System™ (Portable Lifted Adaptable Truckbed Platform)\u003c\/strong\u003e was engineered by \u003cstrong\u003eMountain Time Campers in Fort Collins, Colorado\u003c\/strong\u003e for truck owners who want more from their pickup. Whether you spend weekends camping in the Rockies, hauling mountain bikes, working construction, or heading deep into the backcountry, the P.L.A.T. System transforms your truck into a versatile platform without permanently sacrificing your truck bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike heavy drawer systems or permanent plywood platforms, the P.L.A.T. System lifts your gear above the wheel wells to create a large, flat platform while keeping organized storage easily accessible underneath. When your adventure is over, simply remove the platform and get your truck bed back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Truck Owners Choose the P.L.A.T. System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" width=\"50%\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Frustrations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheel wells waste valuable cargo space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy drawer systems permanently occupy your truck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDIY platforms are bulky and difficult to remove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGear gets buried underneath sleeping platforms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour truck becomes dedicated to camping instead of everyday life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" width=\"50%\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe P.L.A.T. Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates a full-width elevated platform above the wheel wells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight enough for one or two people to remove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal storage bins slide in and out with ease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModular 8020 aluminum construction grows with your needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeekend camper. Monday work truck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt Around Real Truck Owners\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe designed the P.L.A.T. System because we couldn't find a truck bed platform that balanced camping, work, organization, and portability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of forcing your truck into one permanent configuration, the P.L.A.T. System adapts to your lifestyle. It keeps frequently used gear organized underneath while providing a large, flat platform above for sleeping, hauling equipment, or building the truck setup that works best for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" width=\"33%\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePortable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo permanent commitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for everyday trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" width=\"33%\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLifted\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximizes usable truck bed space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks above wheel wells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates a flat sleeping platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeps gear organized below\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" width=\"33%\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdaptable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8020 aluminum extrusion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessory friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd tie-downs and accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomize as your adventures evolve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for Adventure and Everyday Life\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe P.L.A.T. System works equally well whether your destination is a remote forest road or your local hardware store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTruck camping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverlanding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMountain biking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSki trips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFishing and hunting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotography expeditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction and contractors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeekend DIY projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoad trips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMobile work setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes the P.L.A.T. System Different?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"8\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTraditional Truck Bed Systems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eP.L.A.T. System™\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy and difficult to remove\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePortable lightweight aluminum construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent installation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesigned to be removable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited storage access\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlide-out universal storage bins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed layout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModular 8020 aluminum design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-purpose truck\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWork truck and adventure truck in one\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDead space under sleeping platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEfficient, organized storage underneath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" width=\"50%\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty 8020 aluminum construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight yet incredibly strong\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElevated sleeping and cargo platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal storage bin guide rails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated locking plate system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" width=\"50%\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModular accessory mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy installation and removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits many midsize and full-size trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt in Colorado\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned by Mountain Time Campers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I remove the P.L.A.T. System?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Unlike many permanent truck storage systems, the P.L.A.T. System was designed to be portable so you can quickly return your truck to full cargo duty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it create a flat sleeping platform?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The platform sits above the wheel wells to maximize usable sleeping and cargo space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I customize the system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The modular 8020 aluminum design makes it easy to add accessories, tie-down points, storage solutions, lighting, and future upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the P.L.A.T. System built for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone looking for a flexible truck setup including overlanders, campers, contractors, hunters, mountain bikers, anglers, skiers, photographers, and weekend adventurers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVisit Our Fort Collins, Colorado Showroom\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReading about the P.L.A.T. System is one thing. Seeing it in person is another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit \u003cstrong\u003eMountain Time Campers\u003c\/strong\u003e to experience how the platform works, slide the storage bins in and out, compare truck configurations, and talk with our team about the best setup for your truck and your adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMountain Time Campers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1230 Blue Spruce Drive\u003cbr\u003eFort Collins, Colorado 80524\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe proudly serve truck owners across Colorado, Wyoming, Utah, New Mexico, and throughout the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for Life on Mountain Time\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe believe your truck should be ready for whatever tomorrow brings. The P.L.A.T. 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