The Revolver X2 is a legacy hard-rolling design. The current X4s keeps the roll-up format with interlocking aluminum slats and updated matte styling, but every X4s part number is truck and bed specific.
Fitment first
What to confirm before buying
Use 80342 only as a 2024 Ford Ranger 5-foot-bed application. The 60-inch bed measurement, truck generation, and part number must all agree; the fact that another Ranger bed is described as short does not establish compatibility. Owners replacing a Revolver X2 should not order by the old family name alone. X2 and X4s part numbers depend on the truck, model year, bed length, and rail geometry, so locate the X4s selector entry for the exact vehicle. Measure the bed in the manner specified by the cover maker and verify the label before unpacking all hardware. Check for a drop-in liner lip, cab-side toolbox, sports bar, bed rack, rail caps, or other hardware that occupies the clamping surface. Stake-pocket access may be useful for some accessories, but it does not prove that a particular rack and cover can coexist. Compatibility requires both systems to clear the cover roll, latches, rails, and tailgate seal throughout their movement.
Product at a glance
| Legacy model | BAK Revolver X2 |
|---|---|
| Current family | BAK Revolver X4s |
| Linked example | 80342 for 2024 Ranger 5 ft bed |
| Design | Hard aluminum slats in a rolling cover |
How this accessory works in practice
The BAK Revolver page needs a clear separation between the legacy X2 name and the X4s product family. Both use the same basic idea: aluminum slats form a rigid underside while the cover rolls toward the cab instead of stacking upright like a folding tonneau. The X4s adds an all-matte-black presentation, industrial-grade vinyl over the slats, revised side sealing, and finished rear corner caps. Part 80342 is the concrete application represented in the product data. It is a Revolver X4s for a 2024 Ford Ranger with the 60-inch bed, and its listed weight is 81 pounds. When closed, rotational locking rails engage along both sides for the length of the bed. When opened, the roll stores close to the cab and is retained by straps and buckles. This format preserves bed access without leaving a vertical panel stack behind the cab, but it remains a vehicle-specific premium cover rather than a universal successor to every X2 part.
Daily use and ownership
The hard-rolling layout favors drivers who need the whole 5-foot Ranger bed frequently but do not want a folded panel assembly standing at the cab. To open it, lower the tailgate, release the cable, and guide the roll forward with one hand while keeping the material centered. Secure the completed roll with both retention straps before driving. To close, release the straps, guide the roll rearward without letting it run free, press it into the latch position, and close and lock the tailgate. The concealed aluminum underside is intended to keep hands away from exposed slat edges during ordinary operation. With the cover rolled, rear-window sightlines and the third brake light remain unobstructed according to the product description. The short bed still imposes cargo-planning limits: a large object may fit only with the tailgate down, and neither the cover nor its straps should be used to restrain that object.
Installation and setup
A hard-rolling cover depends on two accurately positioned rails. Clean the bed caps, protect painted surfaces, and identify every left- and right-side component before clamping. Set both rails parallel, at equal height, and at the inset specified for part 80342. Tighten clamps progressively so one rail is not pulled lower than the other. Place the 81-pound cover assembly with assistance rather than dragging it across a bed cap. With the tailgate closed, roll the cover rearward and check that the leading edge, side seals, corner caps, and tailgate interface meet evenly. Then roll it open and confirm that the slats track straight and that both locking rails disengage together. A cover that becomes tight on only one side is signaling an alignment problem; additional pulling can damage seals or locking blocks. Use only the supplied torque and adjustment procedure. Test every buckle and strap, and verify that no liner edge, rack bracket, or wiring is pinched before the truck returns to service.
Care and maintenance
Keep sand and dried mud out of the side rails and locking blocks, because debris can make the rotational locks feel uneven. Wash the vinyl top with a mild cleaner approved for automotive tonneau material and rinse the aluminum underside rather than using aggressive solvents or stiff brushes. Inspect the release cable, rail clamps, slat joints, side seals, corner caps, retention straps, and buckles for wear or looseness. Let snow or standing water drain instead of rolling contaminated material tightly against itself. If the roll starts tracking toward one side, clean and realign the rails before the slats abrade a seal.
Buy it when
- Choose the X4s format when verified vehicle fitment is available and full bed access, an unobstructed rear view, rigid slat security, and one-person rolling operation are the priorities. Part 80342 is appropriate only for the specified 2024 Ranger and 60-inch bed. It suits a truck that switches often between covered gear and bed-filling cargo.
Skip it when
- Do not use 80342 for another Ranger generation, another bed length, or a different truck. Skip a hard-rolling cover if a toolbox or rack blocks the roll at the cab, if the lowest purchase price is the main goal, or if the owner prefers rigid panels that can be opened in separate sections without rolling the entire cover.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Revolver X4s simply a renamed Revolver X2?
No. The X2 is the legacy design referenced by the old page, while the X4s is a later hard-rolling family with matte finishes and revised exterior details. The shared operating concept does not make their part numbers interchangeable. Select by exact truck and bed application, not by assuming a direct one-number substitution.
Can X4s part 80342 fit a Ranger with a different model year or bed?
The available product record identifies 80342 for the 2024 Ford Ranger with a 5-foot, 60-inch bed. It does not document broader compatibility. A different year, generation, or box length needs its own verified X4s part number. Similar exterior dimensions are not enough because rail and bulkhead geometry can change.
Does the rolled cover block the rear window or third brake light?
The product description says the completed roll stores tight against the cab without obstructing rear-window sightlines or third-brake-light visibility. That benefit depends on rolling the material evenly and fastening the retention straps. Never leave a partial or unsecured roll where airflow and vibration can move it while the truck is underway.
How does the hard-rolling cover secure cargo?
Interlocking aluminum slats provide the rigid structure, while rotational locks engage along both bed rails when the cover is closed. The tailgate blocks access to the release cable, so the security sequence is complete only after the tailgate is shut and locked. It is a deterrent and weather barrier, not a substitute for securing high-value cargo.
Related fitment guides
- BAK Industries Tonneau Covers and the Revolver X2 Hard-Rolling Design
- Hard-Folding Tonneau Cover for 2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma 6 ft Bed
- Bak Industries Bakflip tonneau cover for 2007 – 2017 Toyota Tundra 5-1/2 Foot Bed
Technical reference
Application and technical details were checked against Current BAK Revolver X4s family. Use the manufacturer application data and the vehicle’s own measurements as the final fitment check.