STANDARD DRY VAN
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Legal dimensions:
Length: 48' or 53'
Width: Approximately 8' to 8.6'
Height: Approximately 9' to 9.5'
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Max Weight: 44,000-45,000LBS
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Explanation: A dry van trailer is the most common type of freight trailer used in trucking. It's an enclosed, box-shaped trailer that protects cargo from the elements and is primarily used to haul palletized, boxed, or loose freight.
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​Dry vans are ideal for non-perishable goods, including:
Retail products (clothing, electronics, furniture).
Paper goods and packaging.
Non-refrigerated food and beverages.
Machinery parts.
Consumer packaged goods.
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Advantages:
Weather Protection: Fully enclosed design shields cargo from rain, snow, sun, and wind.
High Security: Lockable rear doors reduce theft risk.
Flexible Loading: Compatible with loading docks and forklifts.
Widely Available: Most common trailer type—easy to find and cost-effective.
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Disadvantages:
No Temperature Control: Can’t be used for refrigerated or frozen goods.
Not for Oversized Loads: Enclosed design limits cargo size (height and width).
Rear-Only Access: Can only be loaded/unloaded from the back.
