Surco makes several four-rung aluminum ladders for reaching the upper rear area of a van. The similar-looking models are not all mounted in the same way: 103B uses a direct flush mount, while 103H and 103HF have an over-door hook arrangement. Choose by the door and body construction first, then check the mounting locations and ladder height.

Find the correct rear-door ladder

Surco number Mounting style Manufacturer length Finish and application
103B Flush-mounted; adjustable height 46–50 in Black powder-coated; universal-style van application
103H Over-door hook; fasteners required 52 in Bright-dipped aluminum; Chevrolet, GMC and Dodge van applications listed by Surco
103HF Ford over-door hook; fasteners required 50⅜ in Bright-dipped aluminum; Ford van application

All three models use 1-inch aluminum tubing and grooved non-slip steps. Surco lists an 11-inch centre-to-centre rail spacing, 12¾-inch outside width and 250 lb capacity. These dimensions describe the ladder family, not a guarantee that the mounting points line up with every rear door.

How the mounting arrangements differ

Van ladder connection identification
103B flush mount

The ladder mounts directly against supported rear-door/body locations; its 46–50-inch height can be adjusted to suit the application.

103H hook-over

Curved top hooks engage the suitable door edge, with additional fastened attachment specified by Surco.

103HF Ford hook-over

Ford-specific hook-over profile and 50⅜-inch overall length; match the door shape and mounting area before drilling.

Simplified identification guide, not a drilling template or a scaled manufacturer installation drawing.

Hook-over does not mean tool-free installation. Surco specifies drilling for its 103H and 103HF as well as the flush-mounted 103B. Follow the model's factory instructions and confirm reinforcement in the actual door or vehicle body. A thin or unsupported panel should not be used as the sole ladder support.

Compare the exact products

103B — Black flush-mounted van rear ladder

Surco 103B Black flush-mounted van rear ladder product photograph

Adjustable 46–50-inch rear-door ladder, black powder-coated aluminum

View 103B product

103H — Polished over-door hook ladder for vans

Surco 103H Polished over-door hook ladder for vans product photograph

52-inch hook-over ladder for the manufacturer's Chevrolet, GMC and Dodge van applications

View 103H product

103HF — Polished Ford over-door hook ladder

Surco 103HF Polished Ford over-door hook ladder product photograph

50⅜-inch Ford hook-over rear-door ladder

View 103HF product

Before choosing or installing a van ladder

  1. Identify the exact vehicle and rear-door style. Compare the original ladder or Surco's current fit information rather than assuming all model years use the same door.
  2. Measure clearance around hinges, locks, windows, rear lights and any fitted accessories.
  3. Check the required ladder height, the distance between mounting rails, and the supporting structure.
  4. Follow the manufacturer's mounting and sealing instructions, and confirm the door can travel through its full opening range afterward.

Manufacturer model references

See Surco's exact-model specifications for 103B flush mount, 103H hook-over and 103HF Ford hook-over.

For accessories that attach to an existing RV ladder rather than replacing it, see the Surco ladder extension and bike rack comparison.

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