The volume and weight carrying capacity of vehicles varies greatly across different trailer types. The most weight can be carried on a on a 26 pallet standard-height trailer while the most volume can be carried on a double-deck trailer.
The table below summarises the maximum weight and cubic capacity of a selection of standard trailer types:
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Ambient* |
Chill* |
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Standard box trailer |
Max. Capacity |
88.37 m3 |
87.67 m3 |
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Max Weight |
28.48t |
26.22t |
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Standard curtain-side trailer |
Max. Capacity |
88.8 m3 |
X |
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Max Weight |
28.98t |
X |
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Double-deck trailer |
Max. Capacity |
125.62 m3 |
116.84 m3 |
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Max Weight |
24.28t |
20.18t |
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Curtain-side double-deck trailer |
Max. Capacity |
122.98 m3 |
X |
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Max Weight |
26.48t |
X |
Wagon and drag (or drawbar trailers) have more cubic capacity than a conventional trailer but less than a double-deck. They can also carry more weight than a double-deck trailer but less than a conventional trailer and may not suit all site operations.
*The figures above are based on:
- Vehicles running at 44 tonnes.
- Tri axle day-cab, weighing 8,060 kgs
- 369 kgs of fuel (390 litres derv / 45 litres Adblue)
- 90 kgs for the driver.
The table above is based on an example of trailers that are readily available to purchase ‘off the peg’ – many trailer manufacturers have also developed bespoke trailer solutions to meet specific load carrying requirements.
To see examples of the technical drawings used to calculate the figures above, please click on the links below:
Please note: These drawings were produced by Don-Bur and provided by Gist. They are for illustrative purposes only and for specific solutions users should speak to their chosen trailer manufacturer.
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