Understanding truck dimensions by cubic meter is crucial for calculating cargo volume and choosing the right vehicle. This article provides a detailed lookup table of truck bed dimensions by payload and volume (m3) for each type of truck, from small 500kg trucks to container trucks.
500kg truck with an open bed
Truck Types and Dimensions
The Vietnamese freight transport market is developing rapidly with a variety of truck types. Each type of truck has different bed dimensions, meeting the diverse needs of cargo transportation. Here are some popular truck types:
- Flatbed Container: Specializes in transporting construction materials such as sand, stone, and bricks, which are not affected by the weather.
- Enclosed Container: Protects goods from the effects of weather and temperature. Often has doors on both sides or the rear.
- Tarpaulin-Covered Bed: Combines an enclosed bed and waterproof tarpaulin, helping keep goods ventilated and easy to load and unload.
- Refrigerated Container: Equipped with a modern cooling system, specializing in transporting food and fresh seafood.
Important Considerations When Choosing a Truck Size
To choose a truck with the appropriate size, you need to consider:
- Conversion by Number of Packages: Estimate or accurately determine the weight of goods based on the number of packages.
- Impact of Weather and Road Conditions: Choose the right type of truck for transportation conditions.
- Capacity and Packaging Specifications: Compare the truck bed dimensions with the capacity and packaging specifications of the goods.
Truck Bed Dimensions by Weight Table
| Truck Type | Truck Dimensions (Length x Width x Height) (m) | Payload (Tons) | Volume (m³) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500kg Truck | 2.1 x 1.5 x 1.5 | 0.5 | 4.72 |
| 1 Ton Truck | 3.85 x 1.6 x 1.6 | 1 | 9.85 |
| 1.25 Ton Truck | 3.3 x 1.6 x 1.6 | 1.25 | 8.43 |
| 1.5 Ton Truck | 3.2 x 1.55 x 1.55 | 1.5 | 7.7 |
| 2 Ton Truck | 3.6 x 1.7 x 1.8 | 2 | 11.01 |
| 2.5 Ton Truck | 4.3 x 1.8 x 2.0 | 2.5 | 15.48 |
| 3.5 Ton Truck | 4.9 x 2.0 x 1.8 | 3.5 | 17.64 |
| 5 Ton Truck | 6.2 x 2.2 x 2.5 | 5 | 34.10 |
| 8 Ton Truck | 9.3 x 2.35 x 2.6 | 8 | 55.81 |
| 10 Ton Truck | 9.5 x 2.4 x 2.5 | 10 | 57 |
Truck Dimensions in M3 From 0.5 to 10 Tons
0.5 Ton Truck (500kg): Commonly used to transport small items, move houses, or move offices on small roads and alleys. The bed volume is approximately 4.72 m3.
Image: 500kg Truck
1 – 1.25 Ton Truck: Popular with tarpaulin-covered beds, enclosed beds, and flatbeds. Suitable for transporting light goods, machinery, and moving houses or offices. The bed volume is approximately 8.43 m3.
Image: Truck bed of a 1 ton truck
1.5 Ton Truck: Can be opened on both sides and the rear, making it easy to load and unload goods. The bed volume is approximately 10.4 m3.
2 Ton Truck: Has 2 basic types of beds: enclosed beds and tarpaulin-covered beds. Allowed to circulate in the inner city during the day. The bed volume is approximately 11.01 m3.
2.5 Ton Truck: Has many types of beds such as enclosed beds, tarpaulin-covered beds, flatbeds, and refrigerated beds. Restricted from circulating during peak hours. The bed volume is approximately 15.48 m3.
A 2.5 ton truck with a covered cargo bed.
3.5 Ton Truck: Suitable for transporting heavy cargo over long distances between cities. The common bed volume is approximately 16.77 m3.
5 Ton Truck: Wide and durable truck bed, specializing in transporting machinery, construction materials, and agricultural products. The common bed volume is approximately 31.68 m3.
8 Ton Truck: A variety of bed sizes such as flatbeds, tarpaulin beds, enclosed beds, and refrigerated beds. The common bed volume is approximately 47 m3.
10 Ton Truck: The truck bed is wider and is often used for North-South transport. The bed volume is approximately 57 m3.
Conclusion
Hopefully, this article has provided you with useful information about truck dimensions by cubic meter. Choosing the right type of truck with the appropriate size will help optimize transportation costs and ensure the safety of goods. Contact Xe Tải Mỹ Đình for more detailed advice on truck types and transportation services.
