The Best Semi Truck Mattress for Your Over the Road Sleeper

Long, overnight drives can really make a truck driver appreciate (or downright hate) their over the road sleeper. Feeling comfortable and getting a good night’s sleep is just as important on the road as it is at home. With so many sleeper semi-truck brands and models to choose from, it is important to consider the overall comfort and livability they provide before choosing one. Of the utmost importance is the quality of the mattress in your sleeper cabin. Every sleeper semi-truck comes with a stock mattress. However, most OEM truck mattresses cannot compare to the comfort and support of an aftermarket replacement truck mattress like SleepDog®. While there are many other features to consider, such as cabin space, mattress length, storage, and relaxation amenities, the best sleeper semi-truck tractor units stand out with an impressive score for driver comfort, ergonomics, and productivity features.

TruckersTraining.com is also an excellent resource for those seeking a career as a truck driver or entryway into the trucking industry. They provide their top recommendations for sleeper semi-truck units based on the features, amenities, and driver popularity of each model. Their recommendation list includes the Volvo VNL 860, the Kenworth T680, the Peterbilt 579, and the Freightliner Cascadia.

Volvo VNL 860

The VNL 860 sleeper cabin comes with a roomy 77-inches of sleeper space, making drivers feel relaxed and closer to home. The Volvo VNL 860 comes packed with innovative details such as soft LED lighting, electric outlets for the bunks, easily reachable controls, smart storage areas, a large refrigerator, removable floor mats, and more. Overall, the VNL 860 creates a comfortable and calm work and sleep environment for drivers. The VNL 860 also offers one of the first integrated reclining bunks in a sleeper. The bunk is fully adjustable, so it is like having your favorite recliner in your cab with you. The reclining bunk can also efficiently be stowed away to make room for an optional table and workstation configuration. SleepDog® offers a variety of quality, aftermarket replacement mattresses which will maximize the comfort and support of the sleep space in your sleeper cabin by offering more supportive memory foam, cooler, more breathable cover material, and thicker, more substantial mattress padding. The two mattress options SleepDog® offers come in standard sizes, so you can be sure to find the perfect replacement for the stock Volvo semi-truck mattress, while also getting a more comfortable and reliable sleeper mattress.

Volvo VNL 760

The VNL 760 is one of the most popular, best-selling premium high-roof sleepers that Volvo has to offer. The cab has a width of 89.4 inches and a height of 123.7 inches and at the driver’s seat, the interior height of 81.5 inches allows for ample headroom. Keeping in mind that the VNL 760 offers 81 inches by 39 inches of sleep space, we recommend upgrading to a truck mattress designed to fit within those specs, such as a SleepDog® Size B mattress, which measures 80 inches long by 39 inches wide.

The most common SleepDog® mattress sizes that fit in Volvo trucks by model are:

• VNL 740 - 39" x 80"
• VNL 790 - 39" x 80"
• VNL 860 - 42" x 80"

Kenworth T680

With a large following of truckers, the Kenworth T680 is one of the most popular over the road sleeper models. The T680 is touted as one of the most fuel-efficient trucks that also comes equipped with high levels of luxury and comfort. The sleeper options for this model range from a 40-inch bunk to a 76-inch high roof condo sleeper. While the 76-inch configuration is the most spacious, each configuration comes with a comfortable amount of space. All T680 models are built with a relaxation area, as well as overhead storage and headroom. The Kenworth T680 has an optional ’Driver’s Studio’ package, which offers a set of premium options, including a swivel seat, swivel table, LED lighting, swivel TV mount, and exceptional audio. The features of the Kenworth T680 foster a luxurious and comfortable home-away-from-home experience for the driver, even when on the road for extended lengths of time.

The most common SleepDog® mattress sizes that fit in Kenworth trucks are:

• 42" x 80"
• 32" x 80"

Peterbilt 579

The Peterbilt 579 has all of the features you might expect in a well-rated sleeper and is designed as a generously sized cabin for maximum productivity and comfort. The 579 comes in various spacious and ergonomic configurations, such as 44-inch, 72-inch, or 80-inch detachable sleepers. The bunk in the 579 can hold up to an 82-inch mattress and offers a useful swiveling mount designed to hold a flat screen TV. The sleeper also comes packed with plenty of overhead storage. The Peterbilt sleeper semi-truck unit is available in a number of sizes with various storage, shelving, and bunk options. This allows for optimal customization of your sleep setup on the road. SleepDog® offers two different mattress models in various sizes, making it easy to find the right size mattress for your Peterbilt. No matter what size or mattress model you do choose, they are all designed to give you the best rest possible on the road.

Peterbilt 567

The Peterbilt 567 is a perfect fit for truck drivers who frequently travel long distances. With its durable steel frame and cast aluminum cross members, this sleeper truck is built for the heaviest and toughest jobs. The Peterbilt 567 sleeper environment is truly a home away from home. It was designed with luxury and comfort in mind. The sleeper cab is available in the following lengths: 44”, 58”, 72”, and 80”. The Peterbilt 567 80” sleeper can accommodate a mattress that is 42 inches wide and 80 inches long.

Peterbilt 389

In terms of rest, relaxation, and overall comfort, the Peterbilt 389 is a venerable choice that has a lot to offer with a spacious cab for sleeping. The 389 also has ample shelving, storage, overhead lighting and excellent cooling for a comfortable experience. The OEM semi-truck mattress compartment in the Peterbilt 389 can accommodate various different mattress sizes, including mattresses that measure around 78-inches in length.

The most common SleepDog® mattress sizes that fit in Peterbilt trucks are:

• 42" x 80"
• 36" x 80"

Freightliner Cascadia®

One of the most popular sleeper semi-truck tractor units in recent years, the Freightliner Cascadia®, offers sleeper cabins that extend up to six feet beyond the day cab. The Cascadia® comes with a choice of high-top interiors, offering enough space for overhead storage or even a second bunk. The interior of the Cascadia® was designed with driver relaxation and downtime in mind. On the Freightliner Cascadia® website, you can even build a custom selection of features to outfit your unit. Of course, while your Freightliner comes with a 36 inch by 80 inch factory mattress, a common size for truck mattresses, you might want to consider replacing or upgrading it for higher quality comfort. With a SleepDog Mattress in your Freightliner Cascadia, not only can you sleep more comfortably, but you can sleep at ease knowing that SleepDog® Mattresses are DOT approved. These mattresses also withstand common wear points better than a stock, factory installed mattress, helping drivers sleep better and drive safer.

Freightliner eCascadia

The Freightliner eCascadia is one of the newest, most cutting-edge semi-trucks on the market. Only having been introduced in recent years, it is already one of North America’s best-selling class 8 trucks. On a full charge, the eCascadia can travel up to 250 miles, and it recharges up to 80% in just 90 minutes. The eCascadia has a length of 306”, a width of 100.7”, and it stands at 116.2” tall. The Freightliner eCascadia is currently only available in a day cab 116” configuration. Given that this is a newer vehicle, we expect more configuration options to be developed in the future.

The most common SleepDog® mattress sizes that fit in Freightliner trucks are:

• 42" x 80"
• 36" x 80"
• 39" x 80"

International Lonestar

For years, the International Lonestar has been highly-rated among truck drivers. Even with its outstanding popularity, the makers of this truck continue to improve and enhance its features. With such a high quality sleeper, truck drivers can look forward to a good night’s rest on the road in their International Lonestar. This semi truck model alone comes in five different configurations including a 56” low roof sleeper, a 56” hi-rise sleeper, a 73” hi-rise sleeper, a 73” sky-rise sleeper, and a day cab. The Lonestar bunk comes with a factory installed innerspring mattress that commonly fits a 42 inch by 80-inch mattress, equivalent to the SleepDog® Size C mattress.

Mack Pinnacle

The Mack Pinnacle is a great sleeper truck for truck drivers who regularly travel long distances because it is specifically designed for heavy loads, steep grades, and long hauls. This truck comes in three configurations including a 48-inch flat top sleeper, a 70-inch stand up sleeper, and a day cab. The Pinnacle provides drivers with a whole new level of comfort having 35% more space than most other truck configurations. On top of the additional living space, you can use a sleeper control panel to control a sleeper stereo, interior lighting, and the HVAC system. The sleeper bunk in a Mack Pinnacle measures 38 inches wide and 80 inches long, which should comfortably accommodate a SleepDog® Size B mattress.

Mack Anthem

The Mack Anthem is available in three distinctive configurations: the 70-inch stand up sleeper, the 48-inch flat top sleeper, and a day cab. These three configurations can further be customized thanks to the ample sleeper storage area. Additionally, the Mack Anthem truck sleep space can be customized with a single bunk that features lower storage, a single bunk with full storage, or a double bunk with full storage. Both SleepDog® replacement semi-truck mattress models are available in multiple sizes that comfortably fit in a Mack Anthem, including 32” x 80”, Size D, and 36” x 80”, Size A.

The most common SleepDog® mattress sizes that fit in Volvo trucks by model are:

• 32" x 80"
• 36" x 80"
• 39" x 80"