Dry Van
People who work in logistics and transportation often refer to their equipment simply by the name of the vehicle: dry van, box truck or Sprinter van. Each of these vehicles operates at different levels of scale and capacity and in different settings. Dry vans move infrastructure-scale, long-haul freight, while box trucks are used to make regional deliveries, and Sprinter vans are the workhorses for last-mile urban deliveries.
Dry Van Trailers
Dry van trailers are vital in logistics for transporting freight that does not need temperature control. Dry van trailers are closed trailers, and they protect cargo from the elements. They are typically 53 feet long, and since they are enclosed, they provide up to 45,000 pounds in cargo capacity. This is because vans’ length maximizes the space available to ship freight over long distances. For companies that move large quantities of freight long distances, dry vans offer the perfect solution in keeping cargo protected from any harmful elements along the way.
Box Trucks
Box trucks are used for regional and local deliveries. They are a smaller, more nimble alternative to dry vans, available in lengths between 10 and 26 feet. Box trucks are well-suited for delivery and moving within an urban environment. Moving and furniture-delivery companies frequently use them for tasks requiring the transportation of large goods that would need some degree of protection from the weather over short distances. Their small size allows a reasonable payload.
Sprinter Vans
Sprinter vans are a great asset for small cargo loads that need to be delivered on the ‘last mile’. Because they’re built to handle smaller loads, these vans are extremely agile and can navigate narrow streets more effectively than any other vehicle. Sprinter vans can easily navigate the tricky, traffic-heavy streets of big cities. They’re commonly used by couriers and small businesses, as well as mobile workshops because of their fuel efficiency and easy driver experience. Not only are Sprinter vans designed for easy handling, but they are compact enough to be light and easily maneuverable so they suit the layout of dense city streets.
Keep the Goods Moving
To sum up, dry van trailers, box trucks and Sprinter vans are all important parts of logistics. Dry vans are widely used by long-haul freight transportation for the large freight capacity. Box trucks play a medium role in the logistics network that has certain advantages in both size and maneuverability for regional deliveries; because of the agility, Sprinter vans are ideal for last-mile delivery service in dense areas. All of the above vehicles compose a holistic logistics network that successfully keeps the goods moving.