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	Trucks are classified based on the way that they are built and the amount of weight that they can carry. Learn the difference between the different types of cargo trucks if you are interested in a career in the transportation industry. This is important as different licenses are required for driving different kinds of trucks, and different laws apply to certain classes of vehicles. Also note that the actual legal definitions of weight classes of truck, and the license requirements for driving them, can differ from state to state. Sponsored Links Transport Gardinenauflieger, Mega, Coil Pritschen- und Wechselanhänger etc. www.fliegl-fahrzeugbau.de Light Trucks Light trucks are the smallest type of trucks, and are used to deliver only small cargo, usually within a single city. Conventional pickup trucks fall into this category. However, smaller parcel delivery trucks also often qualify as light trucks, and therefore also deserve mention as a category of cargo truck. A vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of up to 14,000 lbs. will be classified as a light truck. Medium Trucks   There are a number of vehicles that fall into the category of medium trucks. Ambulances or garbage trucks often fall into this category. A substantial number of one-piece delivery trucks with a large cargo space will be classified as medium trucks. In Washington, medium trucks are classified as those with a GVWR between 14,001 and 33,000 lbs. Large Trucks Large trucks are typically semis. Any vehicle with a GVWR of more than 33,000 lbs. would fall into this category. Large trucks with a tandem axle or split axle setup used for long haul cargo moving make up the majority of this category. In order to drive these types of trucks, a person will normally need the highest level of commercial license offered in their state. Axle Classification In addition to classifying trucks by weight, they are also often classified based on the number of axles that they have. For example, in California, a class B license allows a person to drive a three axle vehicle, but they require a class A for driving vehicles with a larger number of axles.   The Federal Highway Administration classifies vehicles by axle, starting with trucks that consist of a single unit and have two axles and six tires, and moves all the way up to seven or more multi-trailer trucks in their largest category. Each category in between is classified by the number of axles, and whether the truck is a single or multi-unit vehicle.

Flat Bed Trailers

Flatbeds are extremely popular and are widely used because they exude a great sense of versatility. Generally, a flatbed is used to load freights on its tip, sides, and rear. With these capabilities, flatbeds have truly become the primary and leading assets of the trucking industry.

This kind of trailer has the capability to carry a maximum legal freight dimension and weight which are as follows:

• Flatbed Trailers Maximum freight weight of 48,000 pounds.
• Flatbed Trailers Maximum freight dimensions:
  Maximum Flatbed Trailer Length- 48 ft – 53 ft
  Maximum Flatbed Trailer Width- 8.5 ft
  Maximum Legal Freight Height- 8.5 ft
  

Dry Van and Enclosed Trailers

  Dry Van trailers are generally enclosed and are commonly used to carry and protect the freights from the harmful elements of the weather or the roads. Freights can be loaded on the rear and are commonly loaded using a loading dock. It is similar to a curtain van and it can be loaded from its side too. Legal weight and dimensions are:

• Dry Van Maximum freight weight is 42,000 lbs to 45,000 lbs.
• Dry Van Maximum freight dimensions:
  Maximum Dry Vans Length- 48 ft – 53 ft
  Maximum Dry Vans Width- 8.2 ft
  Maximum Dry Vans Height- 8 ft
  

Refrigerated Trailers and Reefers

  Refrigerated trailer is a temperature-controlled type of trailer. It is generally used for transporting chilled or frozen products. The temperature inside this trailer can be controlled whatever the outside weather is. Freight Rate Central has the refrigerated trailer you need, regardless of the size of your load or the type of cargo you need shipped. Legal weight and dimensions are:

• Refrigerated Trailers Max freight weight is 42,000 to 45,000 lbs.
• Refrigerated Trailers Maximum freight dimension:
  Maximum Refrigerated Trailers Length- 48 ft – 53 ft
  Maximum Refrigerated Trailers Width- 8.2 ft
  Maximum Refrigerated Trailers Height- 8 ft
  

Lowboy Trailer

  A Lowboy Trailer is an unpowered trailer which is commonly used to haul freight. These kinds of trailers are generally designed to carry and transport taller goods and items. This means that the items to be carried to a Lowboy Trailer are taller than the legal height of items that are commonly carried by flatbeds. Our expert advisors will indicate if you need state permits for your particular load or type of freight. Basically, a lowboy that has two axles can haul around 40,000 pounds. The maximum weight and dimensions are as follows:

• Lowboys Maximum weight is 40,000 pounds for a 2-axle Lowboy Trailer; additional weight of up to 80,000 pounds depending on the number of axles used (weight of the trailer and weight of the load added together).
• Lowboys Maximum Dimensions:
  Maximum Lowboy Well Length- 24 ft – 29.6 ft
  Maximum Lowboy Well Height- 18 in – 24 in
  Maximum Legal Width- 8.5 ft
  Maximum Legal Freight Height- 11.5 ft – 12 ft
  Maximum Legal Overall Load Height- 14 ft
  

Step Deck Trailers – Single Drop Trailers

Step Deck – Stepdeck Trailers are otherwise known as drop deck types and they are in fact a version of the flatbed trailer design that mainly consists of a bottom and top deck. These trailers are specifically designed to carry and haul freights that cannot be carried or transported on a standard type of flatbed, which is usually due to height restrictions. The maximum legal dimensions and weight for a Stepdeck – Step Deck Trailers are as follows:

• Stepdecks Maximum freight weight is 48,000 pounds.
• Stepdecks Maximum freight dimensions:
  Maximum Stepdeck Trailer Length- 48 ft – 53 ft
  Maximum Stepdeck Trailer Width- 8.5 ft
  Maximum Legal Freight Height- 10 ft
  

Extendable Flatbed Stretch Trailers

These are extendable flatbeds and are otherwise known as flatbed stretch types. They are mainly used for carrying loads or freights that are excessively long and cannot be carried by a standard type of trailer. It is also a type of trailer that provides maximum support, avoiding the possibility of overhanging freight. The maximum legal dimensions and weight for a Flatbed Stretch Trailer are as follows:

• Extendable Flatbeds Maximum freight weight of 43,000 pounds.
• Extendable Flatbeds Maximum freight dimensions:
  Maximum Extendable Flatbed Trailer Length- 48 ft – 80 ft
  Maximum Extendable Flatbed Trailer Width- 8.5 ft
  Maximum Extendable Flatbed Legal Freight Height- 8.5 ft
  

Stretch Single Drop Deck Trailer

  Stretch Single Dropdeck Trailers are specifically designed to carry and haul freights that are very long for a standard or traditional step deck due to length restrictions. It also provides support thus, preventing overhang. Legal weight and dimensions are as follows:

• Stretch Single Drops Max freight weight is 45,000 lbs.
• Stretch Single Drops Maximum freight dimensions:
  Max Stretch Single Drop Trailer Length- Main Deck 35 ft – 63 ft
  Max Stretch Single Drop Trailer Width- 8.5 ft
  Max Stretch Single Drop Legal Freight Height- 10 ft
  

Stretch Double Drop Trailers

   A Stretch Double-Drop Trailer is generally used for carrying oversized shipments. Its lower deck allows you to load products that can be as tall as 10 feet. It also comes with a so-called “well,” a longer piece at the trailer’s back deck and middle portion. The well usually measures from 25 feet to 29 feet. Legal weight and dimensions are as follows:

• Stretch Double Drops Max freight weight is 45,000 pounds.
• Stretch Double Drops Maximum freight dimensions:
  Max Stretch Double Drop Trailer Length- Main Deck 29 ft – 65 ft
  Max Stretch Double Drop Trailer Width- 8.5 ft
  Max Stretch Double Drop Legal Freight Height- 11.6 ft
  

Extendable Double Drop Trailers

  The Extendable Double Drop Trailer is commonly used to carry and haul freights that come with excessive length and can never be carried by a standard double drop trailer. Depending on the fright’s weight, this trailer can either have 2 or 3 axles. Legal weight and dimensions are:

• Extendable Double Drops Max freight weight is 40,000 lbs.
• Extendable Double Drops Maximum freight dimensions:
  Max Extendable Double Drop Trailer Length- 29 ft – 50 ft
  Max Extendable Double Drop Trailer Width- 8.5 ft
  Max Extendable Double Drop Legal Freight Height- 11.6 ft
  

RGN or Removable Gooseneck Trailers

  RGN or Removable Gooseneck Trailers are excellent for carrying tall and long freights. It comes with a detachable front, allowing the trailer to be dropped on the ground in order to create a ramp. It is capable of hauling and carrying freights weighing up to 150,000 pounds. It can go from 3 axles up to 20 plus axles for heavier shipments. RGN or Removable Gooseneck Trailers are more specialized so they render a more expensive usage. Legal weight and dimensions of a RGN or Removable Gooseneck Trailers are as follows:

• RGN’s Maximum freight weight is 42,000 pounds.
• Removable Gooseneck – RGN Maximum freight dimensions:
  Maximum Removable Gooseneck – RGN Well Length- Main Deck 29 ft
  Maximum Removable Gooseneck – RGN Well Width- 8.5 ft
  Maximum Removable Gooseneck – RGN Legal Freight Height- 11.6 ft
  

Stretch RGN or Removable Gooseneck Trailers

  The Stretch RGN or Removable Gooseneck Trailer is designed to carry and haul freights that are too long to be carried by a standard type of RGN. Depending on the weight of the freight, axles may range from 3 axles or higher. This means that the heavier the load is the more axles are to be used. Legal weight and dimensions are:

• Stretch RGN or Removable Goosenecks Maximum freight weight is 42,000 pounds to 150,000 pounds or more.
• Stretch RGN Maximum freight dimensions:
  Max Stretch RGN Length in Well- Main Deck 29 ft to 65 ft
  Max Stretch RGN Trailer Width- 8.5 ft
  Max Stretch RGN Legal Freight Height- 11.6 ft
  

Side Kit Trailers

  The Sidekit trailer is equipped with a panel made from either plywood or fiberglass and commonly used for carrying goods that can never be packaged or crated.

• Sidekit Trailers Max freight weight is 42,000 lbs to 45,000 lbs.
• Sidekit Trailers Maximum freight dimensions:
  Maximum Sidekit Trailers Length- 48 ft – 53 ft
  Maximum Sidekit Trailers Width- 8.2 ft
  Maximum Sidekit Trailers Height- 8.6 ft
  

We at Freight Rate Central offer a wide range of equipment options in order to meet the needs, requirements and specifications of our customers. Aside from our timely door to door service, we also cover various aspects of a project such as permitting, routing, clearances, inspections, and tarps.

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