Description
Econoline Side Ladder
Built for adventure. Designed for vanlifers.
Our TIG-welded aluminum side ladder for Ford Econoline vans makes accessing your roof rack, storage, or rooftop tent safe and simple—without sacrificing style. Whether you’re hauling gear, stargazing, or chasing the next surf break, this ladder is up for the climb.
Crafted from lightweight, durable aluminum and powder-coated in black, it not only looks clean—it resists the elements for years of rugged use.
Fitment & Features:
- Compatible with both standard and extended 1992–2014 Ford E-Series vans
- Choose your install location:
- Driver Side Middle (in front of the wheel well)
- Driver Side Rear (behind the wheel well)
- Passenger Side Rear
- TIG-welded aluminum construction for high strength and clean aesthetics
- Black powder coat finish for corrosion resistance and a sleek look
- Made to order – hand-built with care in the U.S.A.
- Free shipping to the lower 48 U.S. states
Add-On Option:
Love to surf or paddle board? Pair your ladder with our Econoline Surf Board Pole & Surf Hooks—an easy way to secure your boards to the side of your van while you chase waves up the coast.
Lead Time:
This product is made to order. Please allow 2 weeks for fabrication before shipping.
⚠️ CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
CharlieVan –
We love our American Backroad Co econoline ladder and the support we got in during the installation. The ladder simply works, the welds are beautiful and it is a critically convenient place to lash our hammock on the beaches in Baja California.
Elijah (verified owner) –
Nick and company run a top notch operation. The quality of the ladder is fantastic, installation was easy, and the turnaround time was great. On top of that, the communication was outstanding. I couldn’t be happier with the ladder and my overall experience.
Kevin Stevenson (verified owner) –
Been looking at this ladder for a while and so glad I finally dropped in. I’m blown away by the quality and the fit is perfect on my van. Shipping was super fast and the hand written note with stickers seals the deal that this is company I want to continue to support in the future!