Flatbed Truck Drawing
In this drawing lesson, you will learn how a flatbed truck is created using simple shapes. You will need some paper, a pencil, and coloring materials. This lesson is designed for about half an hour, giving you enough time for each step.
As you practice, remember that making mistakes is part of learning. Each attempt helps you improve, so don’t worry if things don’t look perfect right away. Focus on understanding how different parts come together, like how a toolbox can be added under the flatbed truck for added realism. Keep drawing, and you’ll see progress over time!
Materials
- Blank Paper
- Pencil
- Crayons or Colored Pencils
- Black Marker (optional)
When you start drawing a flatbed truck, it’s super helpful to first sketch out some simple lines and shapes. This makes it easier for you as you build up details. Once you have everything drawn, you can save all that fun coloring for later! Remember, I’ll share some color ideas with you, but there’s no need for you just copy what I do. This is all about what you like! So feel free and choose colors that make you happy. Now, grab that pencil and let’s get started on creating something awesome!
Time Needed: 45 minutes
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Draw the Wheels

Start by drawing three circular wheels for the flatbed truck. Then, add smaller circles in the center of each wheel for the bolt holes.
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Outline the Cab

Outline the cab of the flatbed truck. Then, draw the thick front bumper.
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Add the Window and Side Mirror

Add the rectangular window. Then, draw the small side mirror near the bottom corner of the window.
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Draw the Headlight

Draw the rectangular headlight.
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Outline the Door Handle

Outline the thin door handle below the cab’s window.
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Attach the Flatbed

Form the L-shaped flatbed attached to the back of the cab.
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Add the Chassis

Draw the rectangular outline of the chassis beneath the flatbed. Next, add thin air vents. Then, add the curved outline of the taillight.
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Form the Toolbox

Form the rectangular underbody toolbox attached to the flatbed truck’s chassis. Don’t forget to erase overlapping lines.
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Color the Flatbed Truck Drawing

First, fill in the window with light blue. Next, paint the cab with vibrant blue. Now, use light gray for the wheels, flatbed and toolbox. Use darker shades of gray for the front bumper, side mirror, door handle and chassis. Then, fill in the air vents and tires black. After that, shade the taillight red. Finally, use white and yellow for the headlight.
Flatbed Truck Drawing PDF Download
Check out this helpful resource below! It has all of our drawing steps and even some extra fun stuff like a coloring book sheet. You can either preview or download this PDF so you can keep it handy for later!
