This section contains useful information on the size and holding capabilities of various types of equipment used for hauling freight. Please keep in mind that these are approximates!
Common LTL Trailer Dimensions
| Trailer | Length | Inside Width | Inside Height Rear | Inside Height Center | Inside Height Front | Door Opening Width & Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28′ High Cube | 27′ 3″ | 100″ | 110″ | 109″ | 107″ | 93″ / 104″ |
| 45′ Wedge | 44′ 1.5″ | 93″ | 112″ | 109″ | 106″ | 87″ / 105.5″ |
| 48′ Wedge | 47′ 3″ | 99″ | 112.5″ | 110.5″ | 108.5″ | 93″ / 105″ |
Full Truck Dimensions
| Truck | Inside Length | Inside Width | Inside Height | Max Weight | Cubic Capacity | Pallet Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48′ Truck | 47.5′ | 100″ | 109″ | 45,000 lbs | 3,555 ft | 24 standard size pallets / 48 pallets double stacked |
| 53′ Truck | 52.5′ | 100″ | 109″ | 45,000 lbs | 3,950 ft | 26 standard size pallets / 52 pallets double stacked |
Flat Bed Equipment
A flatbed truck is a type of truck which can be either articulated or rigid. It has an entirely flat, level body with absolutely no sides or roof. This allows for quick and easy loading of goods, and consequently they are used to transport heavy loads that are not delicate or vulnerable to precipitation, such as construction equipment, and also for abnormal loads that require more space than is available on a closed body truck.
There a few different classifications of equipment in this category:
| Flat Bed Equipment | Weight Capacity | Dimensions | Image |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat Bed | 45,000 lbs to 48,000 lbs | 48’ x 8.5’ x 8.5’ (LWH) |  |
| Step Deck | 40,000 lbs to 42,500 lbs | Upper Deck: 11’ x 8.5’ (LW) Lower Deck: 37’ x 8.5’ x 10’ (LWH) |
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| Double Drop (Low Boy) | 38,000 lbs to 40,000 lbs | Lower Deck: 28’ x 8.5’ x 11.5’ (LWH) |  |
| Removable Goose Neck (RGN) | 38,000 lbs to 40,000 lbs | Lower Deck: 28’ x 8.5’ x 11.5’ (LWH) |  |
Ocean Containers
| Container | Inside Length | Inside Width | Inside Height | Max Weight | Cubic Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20′ Container | 19′ 5″ / 5.919m | 7′ 6″ / 2.286 m | 7′ 9.5″ / 2.380 m | 33,000 lbs / 15,000 kgs | 1,165 cft / 33.0 cbm |
| 40′ Container | 39′ 6.5″ / 12.051 m | 7′ 6″ / 2.286 m | 7′ 9.5″ / 2.380 m | 44,000 lbs / 20,000 kgs | 2,377 cft / 67.3 cbm |
| 40′ High Cube Container | 39′ 6.5″ / 12.056 m | 7′ 8″ / 2.340 m | 8′ 9.5″ / 2.684 m | 44,000 lbs / 20,000 kgs | 2,684 cft / 76.0 cbm |