Used Truck Steps, Brackets & Other Exterior Body Parts

Used truck steps, brackets & other exterior body parts

The Other Exterior, Body & Frame category groups together many important exterior components that do not fit into a single narrow subcategory. These parts include cab steps and brackets, mudguard brackets and supports, headlamp mounting brackets, roof hatches and antenna bases, engine noise insulation covers, storage boxes and other exterior hardware that keep a working HGV practical, safe and easy to access.

In this category we offer used OEM truck steps, step brackets, mudguard brackets, headlamp brackets, cab hardware, roof hatches, storage boxes and other exterior fittings removed from complete donor vehicles. Typical examples include MAN TGX/TGS upper and lower footsteps and step brackets, DAF XF106 step plates and headlamp mounting brackets, Volvo FH4/FM4 mudguard extensions and step assemblies, and Mercedes-Benz Actros MP4/MP5 step wells, toolboxes and headlamp surrounds.

What you will find in the Other Exterior, Body & Frame category

Stock in the Other Exterior, Body & Frame category changes as new donor trucks arrive, but it typically includes:

• cab steps & step plates – upper and lower steps, step plates and step assemblies that give access to the cab and front area;
• step brackets & step wells – steel and plastic brackets, step well cases and supports for cab access systems;
• mudguard brackets & supports – brackets and supports for front and rear mudguards, including tag axle supports;
• headlamp mounting brackets & rims – brackets, frames and surrounds that support cab headlamps and front panels;
• roof hatches and roof hardware – electric roof hatches/sunroofs, roof antenna bases and associated fittings;
• engine noise insulation covers – under-cab covers and insulation panels for engine and transmission areas;
• cab tipping stops and limiters – brackets that limit or stop cab tipping movement for safety;
• external storage & tool boxes – stowage/tool boxes and gas struts for side storage compartments;
• other miscellaneous exterior components that mount to the cab, frame or body and are essential for everyday operation.

Each listing includes clear photos, OE/OEM part numbers where available and donor vehicle details so you can compare shape, mounting points, finish and handedness with the parts fitted to your own truck.

Truck brands & typical applications

Most parts in this category come from mainstream European heavy trucks, including:

• DAF XF and CF series – step plates, lower and upper step brackets, headlamp mounting brackets, engine noise insulation covers and cab shells;
• MAN TGS and TGX – cab footsteps, step brackets, mudguard brackets and supports, frame extensions and other exterior hardware;
• Mercedes-Benz Actros MP4/MP5 – step wells, upper twin step panels, headlamp rims, side toolboxes and exterior brackets;
• Volvo FH and FM – mudguard extensions, step plate assemblies, roof antenna bases, storage box gas struts and frame brackets;
• other brands such as Scania, Iveco and Renault when suitable donor vehicles are dismantled.

Because these are genuine OEM parts taken from complete trucks, they usually correspond to a specific model generation, cab height, axle layout and body type, which is important for correct fit and appearance.

Why these exterior components matter

Although many of these parts are small compared with full bumpers or doors, they play key roles in:

• Access & ergonomics – cab steps, step plates and brackets give safe, secure access to the cab and service areas;
• Protection – mudguard brackets, supports and engine insulation covers protect tyres, chassis and driveline components from debris, spray and noise;
• Lighting & visibility – correct headlamp mounting brackets and surrounds keep lights aligned and secure for safe night driving;
• Storage & practicality – external toolboxes, storage boxes and their gas struts keep equipment tidy and accessible;
• Safety & compliance – tipping limiters, mudguard supports and structural brackets help the truck meet legal and operational requirements.

Typical reasons to order parts from this category

Customers usually visit the Other Exterior, Body & Frame category when:

• steps or brackets are damaged by yard impacts, kerbs, loading bay structures or tyre blowouts;
• mudguard brackets or supports crack or bend, leaving wings loose or rubbing on the tyre;
• headlamp brackets or rims break, causing poor lamp alignment or insecure mounting;
• roof hatches, antenna bases or storage box fittings fail and need like-for-like OEM replacements;
• engine noise insulation covers are missing or badly worn, increasing noise and dirt inside the cab area;
• you are repairing accident damage or upgrading a truck and want to use correct OEM exterior hardware.

How to choose the correct exterior part

To minimise fitting issues and ensure the correct function, please check the following details before ordering:

• truck brand, model and generation – for example DAF XF106, MAN TGX Euro 6/TG3, Mercedes Actros MP4/MP5, Volvo FH4/FM4;
• cab type and height – day cab, sleeper cab, low-roof or high-roof versions can use different steps and brackets;
• position and side – front, mid or rear area, and left-hand (LH) or right-hand (RH) side of the vehicle;
• part type – step plate, step bracket, mudguard bracket, headlamp bracket, roof hatch, storage box, insulation cover or other;
• mounting style – bolt patterns, bracket orientation and any attached hardware that must match your installation;
• OEM part numbers stamped, cast or moulded onto your existing part, matched against the references in the product description.

If you are unsure, you can contact us with your VIN or registration number and clear photos of the existing part and mounting area. Our team can help confirm compatibility before you place an order. For general guidance, see How to Find the Right Part and Compatibility & VIN Policy.

Used OEM exterior hardware from dismantled trucks

VRA Truckparts specialises in used OEM truck parts sourced from carefully selected donor vehicles. Trucks are inspected and documented before dismantling so that cab and exterior components, including steps, brackets, storage boxes and other hardware, can be assessed. During dismantling, our technicians remove these parts, check them for obvious damage and wear, and reject units that do not meet our standards.

Usable components are cleaned externally, labelled and stored under cover in our yard and warehouse ready for dispatch. To learn more about how we work, please visit Our Dismantling & Quality Process, Warranty & Part Condition and Trucks We Dismantle.

Related exterior & cab categories

If you are working on the cab, wheel arch or front end of your truck, you may also want to browse:

• Bumpers – front bumpers and related panels for cab front repairs;
• Wing Panels – cab wing panels, wing tops and wheel arch covers around the steps and mudguards;
• Panels, Fairings & Deflectors – larger side panels and aero fairings that complement many of the parts in this category;
• Moulding & Trim – smaller exterior trims and mouldings around steps, toolboxes and cab edges;
• Cab Doors & Hardware – doors, hinges and hardware that often interact with steps and exterior brackets;
• Delivery & Shipping, Payment & VAT and Returns & Refunds – for full details on logistics, payment and returns when ordering exterior body components.

Delivery, payment & returns

Most parts in this category can be shipped as well-packed parcels or palletised loads with tracked delivery across the UK and EU. For details of available services, transit times and costs, please see our Delivery & Shipping page.

Information about payment methods, VAT handling and returns is available on Payment & VAT and Returns & Refunds. If you need to combine several exterior and cab components for the same vehicle, our team will be happy to help you build a complete order.