Dropside Truck
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Compare dropside truck duty classes
Define cargo dimensions and mass, then confirm loading equipment and side access. Check the deck and dropsides, including restraint points, against the delivery route and road limits. Select the duty class only after reviewing legal payload.
| Configuration | Duty and loading pattern | Cargo use | Route fit | Main advantage | Not suitable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light Duty | Compact open body for manual or light forklift-assisted loading | Smaller general, agricultural and service cargo | Urban, local and access-constrained delivery routes | Easy side access with a compact vehicle footprint | Heavy or high-volume loads beyond the confirmed chassis duty |
| Middle Duty | Balanced deck size and loading access for repeated distribution | Regional general cargo, materials and equipment | City-to-region and mixed commercial routes | Balances usable deck, access and manoeuvrability | The narrowest routes or the largest trunk-haul requirements |
| Heavy Duty | Larger open-deck configuration for planned mechanized loading | Higher-volume commercial, construction and regional cargo | Regional and trunk routes with suitable loading sites | Supports a larger deck and higher target payload | Low-volume urban work or sites with restrictive access |