Ford BoxLink Accessories and Integral Truck Bed Rails: What Fits
Ford BoxLink is the set of factory mounting points built into the bed walls of the F-150 and Super Duty. They take bolt-on cleats, plates and straps, so you can organize the bed and tie down cargo without drilling. Integral Truck builds two ways to use them: plates and straps that bolt straight to the BoxLink points, and full-length Integral Rails that bolt to the factory bedside mounts. This guide covers what BoxLink is, which trucks the accessories are listed for, and what attaches to each system.
Short answer: The BoxLink accessories we carry are listed for the 2015+ F-150 and Raptor and the 2017+ Super Duty. For a few fixed mounting points, bolt Integral BoxLink plates, panels or Swivel Straps straight to the factory BoxLink holes. For tie-downs and toolbox mounts you can slide anywhere, add Integral Rails along the bedsides and a Bulkhead Rail across the front. Check bed length, tonneau cover type and whether your BoxLink holes are threaded before ordering.
What is Ford BoxLink?
BoxLink is Ford's accessory mounting system for the pickup bed. Instead of drilling into the bed walls, you bolt accessories to pre-made mounting points at set locations. Ford uses them for tie-down cleats, and the aftermarket uses the same points for plates, toolbox mounts, bed dividers and straps.
Not every truck left the factory with BoxLink cleats in place. Charvonia Design notes this on its billet BoxLink tie downs, which add anchors to those locations. The listing covers the 2015+ F-150 and Raptor and the 2017+ F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550 Super Duty, machined from 6061-T6 aluminum with steel mounting plates.
Which Ford trucks have BoxLink?
Here is how the BoxLink and Integral listings we carry break down by truck. Fitment is taken from each product page.
| Truck | BoxLink accessories listed | Integral Rails listed |
|---|---|---|
| F-150 and Raptor (2015+) | Yes. Boxlink Panels, plates, Swivel Straps, Charvonia tie downs | Yes, 5.5 ft bed |
| Super Duty F-250 / F-350 / F-450 (2017+) | Yes. Boxlink plates, Swivel Straps, Charvonia tie downs | Yes, 6.75 ft and 8 ft beds |
| Ranger | None of our BoxLink listings call out the Ranger | No Integral Ranger kit listed |
| Maverick | None of our BoxLink listings call out the Maverick | No Integral Maverick kit listed |
| Transit van (2014+, 148 in. wheelbase) | Not applicable | Integral wall rail kit, driver side |
Ranger and Maverick owners still have tie-down options. Charvonia makes bed tie-down anchors for the Ranger and for the 2022-2025 Maverick. For a broader look at organizing any bed, see our truck bed storage and organization guide.
BoxLink accessories: what bolts to the factory points
These Integral pieces mount directly to the BoxLink holes. They are the simplest upgrade: no rails, just bolt-on parts where Ford already put mounting points.
| Product | What it does | Notes from the listing |
|---|---|---|
| Integral Swivel Straps for BoxLink | Retractable 1 in. x 9 ft strap on a swiveling mount | 400 lb working load limit, 1,200 lb break strength. Any bed length. Single, 2-pack or 4-pack. Not compatible with Ford Integral Rail kits. |
| Upgraded BoxLink Plate | Replaces the standard plate with more attachment points | 2 tie-down anchors, 2 E-Track slots, 2 MOLLE holes, 4 M6 inserts. Mounts vertical or horizontal. |
| Integral Boxlink Panel (Full), F-150 | Locking mount for full or compact Packout organizers | Rear BoxLink mount. Driver side not compatible with ProPower on 2021+ trucks. |
| Integral Boxlink Plate (Full), Super Duty | Locking mount for full or compact Packout organizers | Rear BoxLink mount. Driver side not compatible with fifth-wheel wiring; passenger side not compatible with ProPower on 2023+. |
| Integral Boxlink Plate (Half) | Mount for compact Packout organizers | F-150, Raptor and Super Duty rear mount. Lock options; includes a drill template for other vehicles. |
Do I need to tap the BoxLink holes?
Check before you start. Integral says the holes must be tapped to M6 if they are not already threaded for its Swivel Straps and Upgraded Plate. The Boxlink Panels and Plates ship with thread-forming bolts. Integral includes T30 bolts and a T30 bit with these parts. Integral also notes that tonneau covers do not affect fitment of the straps and Upgraded Plate, and that plastic bed inserts may need trimming.
Integral Truck bed rails: a track along the whole bed
BoxLink gives you a few fixed points. Integral Rails give you a continuous track. The bedside rails bolt to the factory bedside mount holes, and Slide-N-Lock cleats twist to unlock, slide to where the load is, and twist to lock again without tools. The rails are 0.2 in. extruded aluminum with black powder coat and coated stainless hardware, per Integral.
F-150 and Raptor (5.5 ft bed)
- Integral Rails + Tie-down Cleats: two bedside rails and two cleats. Integral says each rail takes one full panel at the rear and two half panels.
- Integral Rail + Swivel Strap Bundle: the rails plus a 2-pack of Swivel Strap mounts that slide along them.
- Integral Bulkhead Rail: runs across the front of the bed, bolted to the factory tie-down anchor points, with one cleat and replacement anchors.
Super Duty (6.75 ft and 8 ft beds)
- Integral Rails + Tie-down Cleats for the Super Duty: choose the 8 ft or 6.75 ft kit. Integral says each rail fits two full panels and two half panels.
- Integral Bulkhead Rail for the Super Duty: fits all bed lengths, keeps the OEM tie-down anchors, and has three channels (face, top and bottom) so accessories can share the rail.
- Full Bed Kit + Swivel Strap Bundle (6.75 ft): bedside rails, the bulkhead rail, three cleats and a 4-pack of Swivel Straps.
BoxLink vs Integral Rails: which should I choose?
| BoxLink accessories | Integral Rails | |
|---|---|---|
| Mounts to | Factory BoxLink holes | Factory bedside mount holes (bulkhead rail uses the front tie-down points) |
| Tie-down position | Fixed at the BoxLink locations | Slides anywhere along the rail |
| Toolbox mounting | Boxlink Panels at the rear bedside | Full and half panels along the rail, Stack Lock at the bulkhead |
| Tonneau covers | Integral says covers do not affect the straps or Upgraded Plate | Retractable (Retrax) and Roll-N-Lock covers not compatible |
| Best for | A few solid points with minimal hardware | A fully configurable bed for work or overlanding |
You generally pick one approach per bedside. Integral lists its BoxLink Swivel Straps as not compatible with its Ford Integral Rail kits; on rails, use the rail version of the Swivel Straps instead.
What attaches to Integral Rails?
- Panels. Full Integral Panels hold full-size Packout organizers with a keyed lock; half panels hold compact organizers and can go anywhere on the rail, including over the wheel well. Integral says its locks are keyed alike.
- Extra cleats. The Integral Rail Tie-Down Cleat adds more tie-down points and fits all Integral Rail systems, but not other brands' rails.
- Toolbox stacks. The Stack Lock bulkhead bundle for the F-150 pairs the bulkhead rail with two Stack Locks that latch full-size Packout organizers with side rails. The standalone Stack Lock fits Integral Bulkhead Rails only, not the bedside rails.
If you want the whole setup in one order, Integral's F-150 and Raptor truck bundle (full panels) combines a bulkhead rail with a full panel kit, full Boxlink panels at the rear and a 2-pack of BoxLink Swivel Straps. For more Packout layouts, read our truck setups for Milwaukee Packout guide.
Install notes and compatibility
- Bed length. Integral makes separate rails for each bed length. The F-150 kits here are 5.5 ft only.
- Tonneau covers. Retractable covers with canisters and Roll-N-Lock covers do not work with the bedside rails, per Integral.
- Toolboxes and transfer tanks. Integral says most are not compatible with the rails.
- Bed liners. Spray-in liners are fine. Plastic drop-in inserts need trimming.
- ProPower and fifth-wheel wiring. Some Boxlink panel sides conflict with these; check the not compatible line on each listing.
For strap choices and anchor upgrades beyond Integral, see our best tie-down upgrades for F-150 and Raptor owners. Hauling bikes? Our guide to hauling dirt bikes in a truck bed covers anchor placement. The Ford F-150 accessories guide covers the rest of the truck.
What NVMOS carries
We carry the Integral Truck line for Ford, Ram, GM and Toyota beds, plus Charvonia Design tie downs. For Ford BoxLink trucks:
- Integral Swivel Straps for Ford BoxLink
- Integral Upgraded BoxLink Plate
- Integral Boxlink Panel (Full), F-150 and Raptor
- Integral Rails + Tie-down Cleats, F-150 5.5 ft
- Integral Bulkhead Rail, Super Duty
- Charvonia Design Ford BoxLink Tie Downs
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Frequently asked questions
What is Ford BoxLink?
BoxLink is Ford's name for the factory mounting points molded into the bed walls of the F-150 and Super Duty. They accept tie-down cleats and bolt-on accessories, so you can add brackets, plates, dividers and straps without drilling the bed.
Which Ford trucks have BoxLink?
The BoxLink accessories we carry are listed for the 2015 and newer F-150 and Raptor and the 2017 and newer Super Duty (F-250, F-350 and F-450). None of them list the Ranger or Maverick, so for those trucks check the product page or call us before ordering.
Do I need to tap the BoxLink holes?
Sometimes. Integral says the BoxLink holes must be tapped to M6 if they are not already threaded before installing its Swivel Straps or Upgraded BoxLink Plate. Its Boxlink Panels ship with thread-forming bolts and a T30 bit.
What is the difference between BoxLink accessories and Integral Rails?
BoxLink accessories bolt to individual factory BoxLink points. Integral Rails bolt to the factory bedside mount holes and give you a continuous aluminum track, so cleats, straps and panels can slide anywhere along the bed. Integral lists its BoxLink Swivel Straps as not compatible with its Ford Integral Rail kits.
Do Integral Rails work with a tonneau cover?
Most covers are fine, but Integral lists retractable covers such as Retrax and Roll-N-Lock covers as not compatible with its bedside rails. Most toolboxes and transfer tanks are not compatible either. Half panels over the wheel well may interfere with some tonneau covers.
Can I mount Milwaukee Packout organizers in my F-150 bed?
Yes. Integral's Boxlink Panels bolt to the rear BoxLink mounts and take full or compact Packout organizers with a keyed lock. Its Integral Panels mount to Integral Rails, and the Stack Lock bulkhead bundle holds full-size Packout stacks at the front of the bed.
Will Integral parts work with a spray-in bed liner?
Integral says spray-in liners are fine. Plastic drop-in bed inserts usually need trimming before rails or panels will fit.
Not sure what fits? Call a real person at (920) 249-7744 or send us a message, and we'll check fitment before you order.
