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Choose the right road equipment
From dry van to reefer, ship all of your products on trucks that fit your cargo requirements.
Choosing the right size and type of truck is crucial for maintaining shipment efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
While box trailers (dry vans) are suitable for most shipments, refrigerated trucks are essential for perishable items, and flatbeds are ideal for oversized or irregularly shaped cargo. Assessing these factors ensures your goods are transported safely and economically.
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Road equipment for your unique needs
Determine the trailer type based on the size and weight of your shipment.
Choose specialised trucks like reefers for healthcare or perishable items or flatbed trucks for oversized, irregularly shaped cargo.
Consider the distance and road conditions to select a truck that can handle long hauls and varied terrains efficiently.
Balance the cost of the truck type with the value of the goods being transported to ensure economical shipping.
Dry van (box) trailers
The most popular choice for transporting non-perishable goods, dry van trailers are fully enclosed to protect cargo from external elements. Unlike refrigerated trailers, they do not have temperature control.
Details at a glance
Versatility: Ideal for transporting boxed, palletised or loose freight.
Protection: Enclosed design keeps goods safe from environmental conditions.
Cost-effective: Standardised design streamlines loading and unloading, reducing operational costs. Can be used to ship a wide range of goods at a lower cost than special equipment.
Security: Trailers are secure and lockable.
Weight capacity: 42,000 to 45,000 lbs (19,278 to 20,412 kg)
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Dimensions
| 28-foot | 45-foot | 48-foot | 53-foot | High cube | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
*Length:* | 28 ft (8.53 m) | 45 ft (13.72 m) | 48 ft (14.63 m) | 53 ft (16.15 m) | 48 ft or 53 ft (14.63 m or 16.15 m) |
*Width:* | 8.5 ft (2.59 m) | 8.5 ft (2.59 m) | 8.5 ft (2.59 m) | 8.5 ft (2.59 m) | 8.5 ft (2.59 m) |
*Height:* | 13.5 ft (4.11 m) | 13.5 ft (4.11 m) | 13.5 ft (4.11 m) | 13.5 ft (4.11 m) | 13.5 ft (4.11 m) |
*Interior height, approx.* | 8.4 ft (2.57 m) | 8.4 ft (2.57 m) | 8.4 ft (2.57 m) | 8.4 ft (2.57 m) | 9.1 ft (2.79 m) |
Flatbed trailers
With an open, flat deck and no sides or roof, flatbeds are designed for transporting large, heavy or irregularly shaped cargo that doesn't fit in enclosed trailers. They are versatile, allowing for easy loading and unloading from any angle.
Details at a glance
Versatility: Flatbeds can transport a wide range of cargo that cannot fit in standard trailers.
Easy loading and unloading: Without sides or a roof, cargo can be handled from any angle, making the process quicker and more efficient.
Expanded storage space: The open design maximises the use of space to transport larger quantities of goods than a standard trailer.
Cost-effectiveness: By accommodating oversized and diverse cargo, flatbeds can reduce the number of trips needed, saving on fuel and labour costs.
Weight capacity: up to 48,000 lbs (21,772 kgs)
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Dimensions
| 48-foot | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
*Length:* | 48 ft (14.63 m) | ||||
*Width:* | 8.5 ft (2.59 m) |
Curtainside trailers
Curtainside (or tautliner) trailers have a hard-shell roof, solid front bulkhead, conventional rear doors and retractable curtains on the sides. The three-sided access allows for quicker cargo loading and unloading.
Details at a glance
Versatility: With access from three sides, curtain trailers can be used to ship a wide range of goods, including oversized and items with non-standard shapes.
Efficient loading and unloading: Lift trucks can easily load and unload cargo from both sides and the back of the trailer, speeding up operational processes.
Flexible for partial deliveries: The trailer offers access to any part of the cargo during unloading eliminating the need to load items in a specific sequence.
Direct loading: Trailers can be unloaded anywhere, even without a dock. This is especially beneficial for deliveries to locations with limited facilities.
Weight capacity: up to 43,000 lbs (19,504 kgs)
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Dimensions
| 48-foot | 53-foot | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
*Length:* | 48 ft (14.63 m) | 53 ft (16.15 m) | |||
*Width:* | 8.5 ft (2.59 m) | 8.5 ft (2.59 m) | |||
*Height:* | 13.5 ft (4.11 m) | 13.5 ft (4.11 m) | |||
*Interior height, approx.:* | 8 ft (2.43 m) | 8 ft (2.43 m) |
Tarpaulin trailers
With an open body and frame covered by a tarp, these trailers are most commonly used for transporting goods that require protection from the elements but not a hermetic trailer.
Details at a glance
Versatility: Tarpaulin trailers can accommodate a wide range of cargo, making them suitable for different industries and applications.
Weather protection: The tarp cover provides excellent rain, wind and UV protection.
Loading and unloading: Easier access from multiple sides of the trailer is ideal for large or non-standard items
Cost-effectiveness: Compared to other types of trailers, tarpaulin trailers are often more affordable and offer a good balance between protection and accessibility.
Weight capacity, approximate: 44,000 lbs (20,000 kgs)
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Dimensions
| 44,6-foot | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
*Length:* | 44.6 ft (13.59 m) | ||||
*Width:* | Width: 8 ft (2.43 m) | ||||
*Height* | 8.5 ft to 9.8 ft (2.59 m to 2.98 m) |
Conestoga trailers
A specialised flatbed trailer with a retractable tarp-on-frame system. It offers protection from the elements and allows for easy side-loading and unloading. The trailer's design is inspired by the historic Conestoga wagons used in 19th-century America.
Details at a glance
Versatility: Conestoga trailers can accommodate different types of cargo, including non-standard-shaped and oversized items.
Protection: The retractable tarp shields cargo from rain, wind and debris, ensuring goods arrive in excellent condition.
Efficient loading and unloading: Quick and easy access from the side, top and rear of the trailer reduces time and increases efficiency.
Enhanced security: Tarps can be securely closed and locked which adds an extra layer of security and deters theft and unauthorized access during transit.
Weight capacity: up to 44,000 lbs (20,000 kgs)
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Dimensions
| Standard flatbed Conestoga | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
*Length:* | 48 ft to 53 ft (14.63 to 16.15 m) | ||||
*Width:* | 8.25 ft (2.51 m) | ||||
*Door height:* | 8 ft (2.43 m) |
Reefer trailers
Essential for ensuring cargo quality and safety, reefers are a crucial component in supply chains that rely on temperature-controlled transport. With insulated walls, the inside dimensions of the trailer are reduced from a standard dry van.
Details at a glance
Versatility: Reefers support a wide range of temperature-sensitive products, including food, healthcare goods and electronics.
Preserve quality: Reefer trailers maintain accurate temperatures for goods throughout the transportation journey.
Shelf life: Keeping products at the right temperature ensures optimal shelf life, reducing waste and spoilage
Compliance: Meet stringent health and safety regulations and avoid penalties for non-compliance.
Weight capacity: 42,000 to 45,000 lbs (19,278 to 20,412 kgs)
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Dimensions
| 48-foot | 53-foot | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
*Length:* | 48 ft (14.63 m) | 53 ft (16.15 m) | |||
*Width:* | 8.5 ft (2.49 m) | 8.5 ft (2.49 m) | |||
*Height:* | 13.5 ft (4.11 m) | 13.5 ft (4.11 m) | |||
*Internal width: * | 8 ft (2.43 m) | 8 ft (2.43 m) | |||
*Internal height:* | 8.6 ft (2.62 m) | 8.6 ft (2.62 m) |