FGJQEFG 34.5 Inch Aluminum Truck Bed Tool Box Truck Car Outdoor Trailer Pickup Underbody Toolbox,RV Storage OrganizerTrailer Storage W/Lock&Keys,5 Bar Tread,Black

I needed a low-profile, lockable place to corral straps, chocks, gloves, and a compact inflator without giving up bed space or piling gear in the cab. The FGJQEFG aluminum toolbox hit the right dimensions and price, so I mounted it to a small utility trailer and later tried it in a pickup bed under a tonneau. After a few weeks of use, here’s how it held up.

Build and materials

This is a lightweight, powder-coated aluminum box with a classic 5-bar tread pattern. The tread adds useful rigidity; for a box this size, that extra stiffness keeps the panels from feeling tinny. The powder coat looks sharp in black and hides dirt well, but it does pick up scratches if you slide steel tools across it. I added a strip of clear paint protection film on the lid edge and around the latch to minimize scuffs—worth the five-minute effort.

Seams are tidy and the lid overlaps the body with a continuous rubber seal. The lid rides on riveted hinges. They’re aligned properly and open smoothly, but they’re riveted rather than bolted, so if you’re rough on gear you’ll want to keep an eye on them. The lid is held open by a chain—not a gas strut—so it won’t self-lift and it can clatter if you drop it. It’s basic, but it works.

At 34.5 x 13 x 6.5 inches, it’s a compact, low-slung box. The shallow height is a feature, not a flaw: it tucks under most bed covers and sits neatly on tongue rails without blocking propane valves or couplers. The tradeoff is vertical clearance; you can’t stand tall aerosol cans or a big breaker bar upright inside.

Capacity and layout

Think “essentials box,” not a rolling chest. I could comfortably fit:
- Four 2-inch ratchet straps, two soft shackles, and a short chain
- A compact 12V inflator, tire repair plugs, and a torque wrench
- A lug wrench, gloves, headlamp, and a small tool roll

Because the floor is smooth aluminum, loose items will slide on bumpy roads. A simple fix: drop in a rubber mat or scrap carpet. That quieted things down and protected the finish.

Installation and fitment

There are no pre-drilled mounting holes in the bottom. I prefer it that way; you can place bolts exactly where your frame or rack supports them. For the trailer tongue, I set the box on a 2x lumber riser between the rails for even support, marked four bolt points, and drilled through. Stainless hardware, fender washers inside, and nyloc nuts underneath create a sturdy base. On the truck, I used rivnuts in the bed floor (through OEM stake pockets are another option) to avoid exposed bolt heads.

Because the box is light, it barely nudges tongue weight—nice if you’re already juggling payload and balance. Just remember: measure twice. The footprint is long and narrow, and while it fits cleanly between many tongue rails, clearances around jacks, propane tanks, and battery boxes can be tight. The lid opens fully if you give it about 3 inches of rearward clearance.

Lock and latch

The latching mechanism is the surprise standout. The paddle latch feels positive, and the striker is adjustable. Out of the box, my lid sealed well on three sides but just kissed the gasket at the latch. A quick adjustment—two turns on the catch—increased compression and tightened the seal evenly. The included lock is basic but serviceable, and the two keys work smoothly. It deters casual pilfering; it’s not a high-security vault.

If you’ll store anything that must stay bone-dry, take two minutes to check and adjust the latch for even gasket compression. It makes a real difference.

Weather resistance

With the latch tuned, I hose-tested the box from all sides and the lid seam. The interior stayed dry, with only a light mist at the corners after a prolonged spray across the hinge line—exactly where almost every budget aluminum box shows a hint of vulnerability. A thin bead of clear silicone under the hinge edge would eliminate even that, but I left it stock and haven’t had water intrusion during rain or highway spray.

Dust resistance is respectable, thanks to the overlapping lid design. After a gravel-road day, I found only a faint dust trace near the hinge. If you do a lot of travel on silt-heavy roads, a secondary foam strip inside the hinge area is an easy upgrade.

Everyday use

The low profile is the star. In the truck, the box disappears under a bed cover with room to spare and doesn’t interfere with larger cargo. On the trailer, it adds useful storage without blocking coupler access or crowding the jack handle. The chain keeps the lid from flopping back; you can shorten it a link if you want a wider opening angle, though a small 20-lb gas strut would be a nice aftermarket addition.

The lightweight construction makes it easy to position solo, and it doesn’t rattle if you snug down the hardware with rubber washers or a thin neoprene pad between the box and the mounting surface. I didn’t notice any flexing or oil-canning when loaded sensibly.

Durability notes

• Finish: The powder coat resists corrosion well. After a few damp weeks, no white oxidation or bubbling. It does scuff, so consider edge guards or a mat inside.
• Hinges: The riveted hinges have held tight so far. If you run rough roads, give them a periodic check. If play develops down the road, swapping rivets for small stainless bolts is a viable fix.
• Structure: For its weight class, the box feels sturdier than expected, helped by the 5-bar tread. That said, it’s not built for heavy impacts—treat it as you would any lightweight aluminum case.

One practical tip: inspect the box as soon as it arrives. Lightweight aluminum can dent if shipping is unkind. Mine arrived clean and straight, but it’s worth a quick once-over before you start drilling.

What I’d improve

• Include a gas strut or at least make the lid strut-ready. The chain is fine, but a small strut elevates usability.
• Add optional pre-marked mounting dimples underneath. Blank floors are versatile, but guidelines would speed layout for common installs.
• Slightly thicker powder coat or a tougher topcoat on high-contact edges would reduce cosmetic wear.

None of these are deal-breakers, especially at this price point, but they’d move the experience from good to great.

Who it’s for

• Trailer owners who want a slim, lockable spot for tie-downs, tools, and electrical gear without crowding the tongue.
• Truck owners running bed covers who need a low-profile storage box that won’t fight the cover rails.
• RVers looking to stash shore power cables, surge protectors, and hose kits outside the living area.

Who it’s not for: Anyone needing to store tall tools, gallon jugs, or heavy steel implements. If you want to stand aerosol cans upright or haul a full socket chest, look for a taller, heavier box.

Value

Given the materials, weather sealing, adjustable latch, and clean look, the value is strong. You can buy heavier aluminum at a higher price, but for everyday trailer and truck storage of light-to-medium gear, this strikes a smart balance between cost, weight, and durability.

Recommendation

I recommend the FGJQEFG aluminum toolbox for users who need a low-profile, weather-resistant, and lockable storage solution for trailers, RVs, or trucks with bed covers. It’s easy to mount, the latch adjustment makes the seal genuinely effective, and the 5-bar tread gives it a sturdier feel than the weight suggests. Expect a few budget-minded choices—chain instead of strut, riveted hinges, finish that can scratch—but none undermined its real-world usefulness for me. If you keep expectations aligned with its size and weight class, it’s a reliable, tidy way to keep the essentials organized and out of the way.