Equipment
Dry Van
Use a dry van for any palletized or floor-loaded freight that does not need temperature control and fits within 110 in of interior height.
Dimensions and limits
- Length
- 53 ft
- Interior width
- 98-100 in
- Interior height
- 110 in
- Max payload
- 45,000 lbs
- Pallets
- 26 standard
Pros and cons
Advantages
- Weather protection
- Widest carrier availability
- Lowest cost per pallet
Limitations
- Dock or forklift required
- No temperature control
- Height limited to 110 in
Freight examples
- Packaging
- Paper goods
- Consumer products
- Auto parts
Frequently asked questions
How many pallets fit in a dry van?
26 standard 48x40 pallets on the floor, up to 52 if double-stackable.
Can a dry van be loaded from the side?
No. Dry vans load from the rear only, except rare curtain-equipped units.
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Book dry van capacity
Send us the lane, commodity, weight, and pickup window. You will get a firm rate and confirmed capacity, usually within the hour during business hours.