Transit Capsules
Transit capsules expand the interior width of Ford Transit vans to nearly 80 inches. That allows most occupants 6'3"+ to sleep east-to-west across the van. AVC RIG carries these Vanspeed capsules for Transit builders.
Why Choose Transit Capsules
This sideways sleeping layout frees up valuable interior space. It lets you install true horizontal beds while keeping Vanspeed's platform-specific structural design.
A bed that runs east-to-west uses less of the van's length. That leaves more room for a galley, cabinets or a gear garage. The added interior width is what makes a sideways bed work for taller people.
Planning Your Build Around Transit Capsules
Capsules change the shape of your side walls, so plan for them early. Settle your bed layout before you order walls, windows and trim.
- Pick your sleeping direction first. East-to-west sleeping is the main reason to add capsules.
- Browse parts for your van in our Ford Transit van accessories collection.
- Planning walls and ceiling? Start with our van wall and ceiling kits.
- Building a High Roof 148? See the Ford Transit High Roof 148 collection.
Transit Capsules Specs
- Driver-side capsule adds roughly 3.5" of space
- Passenger-side capsule adds roughly 2.0"
- About 6" more lateral room in total, in the affected areas
- Fiberglass, gel-coated, ready for prep, primer and paint
- Designed in CAD and made in California
Fit and Installation
Vanspeed lists them for the Ford Transit 148 high roof cargo van and the 148 extended. They are not compatible with CRL awning windows. Vanspeed offers them only with window cutouts, with no solid panel version.
Install means cutting the factory exterior body panel so each capsule can be mounted and sealed. Vanspeed recommends a pro install for the cutting, sealing and alignment. The kit includes both capsules, Sika Flex urethane and the install hardware. The new space takes standard insulation and wall finishing. Full details are on the Van Mart product page.
About Vanspeed
Vanspeed designs platform-specific capsules. Learn more about the Vanspeed product line on their site. Have questions about fitment for your Ford Transit? Reach out to AVC RIG before you order Transit capsules. We are happy to help you plan the interior width and layout for your build.
