Truck caps have plenty of other names, including truck bed caps, truck tops, camper shells, and pickup toppers. No matter what name is used, you may be wondering...

What does the A, R & E. in A.R.E truck caps stand for? Well, the answer is both simple and surprising. A founder of the company wanted to honor his three children, using the first initials of each: Anne Marie, Ralph, and Elizabeth.

When the company (founded in 1969) was new, they manufactured aluminum recreational caps. Ten years later, they began to produce caps for commercial use, still using aluminum. They now also manufacture fiberglass truck caps to protect what you haul, whether recreationally or commercially.

How Much Do Truck Caps Weigh?

For A.R.E truck caps, they range in weight from between 120 and 185 pounds for their truck toppers in the CX Series. It depends on your truck size and truck bed size.

Truck Size	Bed Size	Weight
Full & Mid	Long Bed	185 lbs.
Full & Mid	Short Bed	175 lbs.
Full & Mid	Extra Short Bed	160 lbs.
Full & Mid	Step Side Bed	160 lbs.
Small	Long Bed	145 lbs.
Small	Short Bed	130 lbs.
Small	Extra Short Bed	120 lbs.
Small	Step Side Bed	120 lbs.

How Much Are A.R.E. Truck Caps?

If you’re wondering, how much are truck caps? The answer: it depends! Here are 15 options from A.R.E. to consider (be sure to explore extra features available for each of them). Below we have put them in order of lowest price to highest. A.R.E. truck caps range in starting price from $1,405 to $5,599.

A.R.E. Classic Aluminum Series Truck Cap - Starts at $1,405

This aluminum truck canopy is lightweight and durable, the best choice when you’re on a budget but want a solid topper that’s a great value. This cap comes with a fully welded frame, available in black, white, and silver.

A.R.E. V Classic Truck Cap - Starts at $2,365

These fiberglass truck caps offer up smooth, traditional styling with half-sliding windows that provide ease of access to cargo you’re carrying in your vehicle. Options include a single or double t-handle rear door lock for security.

A.R.E. CX Classic Truck Cap - Starts at $2,597

With this option, you benefit from strength, style, and function, with a t-handle lock for the rear door providing reliable security for what you carry. A big picture window at the front allows for easy viability.

A.R.E. Deluxe Commercial Unit Truck Cap - Starts at $2,641

Create the perfect truck bed cap, thanks to the more than 200 variations offered. No matter which you choose, and no matter your job or the weather, our fully welded frame construction offers the rugged solutions and years of durable service you need.

A.R.E. Overland Series Truck Cap - Starts at $2,791

If you want incomparable style in a truck topper while also having security and the ability to let air into the bed, you’ll appreciate this model’s unique two-tone paint scheme. The spray-on protective coating protects your vehicle.

A.R.E. MX Classic Truck Cap - Starts at $2,857

The taller rear windows provide a better view while the mid-high roof allows for more storage capacity for cargo and headroom. This model offers BOLT One-Key technology on folding t-handles on each of the doors.

A.R.E. TW Classic Truck Cap - Starts at $2,907

Standard-sized truck bed caps may not be what you need for tall gear, so the sloped roof design of this model gives you more height and can provide fuel economy when towing. The aerodynamic style of this option provides efficient airflow.

A.R.E. CX Evolve Truck Cap - Starts at $2,999

These truck bed caps feature the industry’s first rear door that’s tailgate formed, dovetailing specifically with your vehicle, with our OneMotion™ handle design at the heart of the market’s sleekest and most functional topper available today.

A.R.E. HD Series Truck Cap - Starts at $3,179

When looking for the strongest and most durable fiberglass truck caps available today, take a look at the HD series. The internal skeleton of this model triples the weight capacity for the roof rack and for side toolboxes. It’s durable—and still looks great.

A.R.E. CX Revo Truck Cap - Starts at $3,231

Get the same benefits of the CX Evolve (the tailgate-formed rear door and the OneMotion handle) while also enjoying the ActiveTilt™ feature that causes your interior LED lights to automatically turn on when you open the rear door.

A.R.E. DCU Max Truck Cap - Starts at $3,673

This commercial aluminum truck cap has a .063 skin, weather-sealed doors with gas props, BOLT One-Key technology to protect your cargo, and heavy-duty hinges. This rugged topper has a tough welded frame construction for years of durable reliability.

A.R.E. Diamond Edition DCU Truck Cap - Starts at $3,673

This option adds a new twist to a beloved classic—and it’s our bestselling commercial truck cap. It comes with all the engineering excellence you’d expect from this brand, with the added strength and durability of .063 diamond plate aluminum construction.

A.R.E. Z Series Truck Cap - Starts at $3,834

This series is ideal for people who want the best fit and finish available. There’s a carpeted interior with the topper lined with a fabric headliner. Side windows and rear doors are flush with the truck bed cap for an especially sleek look.

A.R.E. Z2 Series Truck Cap - Starts at $3,834

Radically transform the look of your vehicle with our exclusive urethane side window technology, along with the carpeted interior, fabric-lined headliner, frameless rear doors and side windows and more. Stylish and practical!

A.R.E. ToolMaster Series Truck Cap - Starts at $5,599

These rugged and reliable commercial fiberglass truck caps come with heavy-duty doors; two steel toolboxes, one to a side; a commercial roof rack; and a ladder rack roller. This series is also stylish with aluminum inserts on side and rear doors offer both privacy and security.

Wondering Where to Buy A.R.E. Truck Caps? Look No Further!

This post should give a good general answer to the question of “How much are truck caps?” When calculating your own costs, factor in your vehicle’s bed size and the options you’ve chosen.

If you’re looking for truck caps for sale, we invite you to browse of large selection of A.R.E truck caps. Questions? Contact Action Car and Truck Accessories online!