Truck payload is a critical factor in the transportation industry. Understanding payload helps businesses optimize transport costs and choose the right cargo solution. This article will analyze truck payloads, classify trucks by payload, and cover relevant regulations.
Truck Classification by Payload
Trucks are classified by payload, which determines each vehicle’s ability to transport goods. Based on payload, trucks are divided into three main groups:
Light-Duty Trucks
Light-duty trucks have a payload of less than 5 tons. The advantage of this type of vehicle is its high maneuverability, allowing it to move flexibly on narrow roads, in urban areas, and towns. Light-duty trucks are often used for transporting small-volume goods, and for rapid transport services such as express delivery, moving houses, and transporting stationery.
Medium-Duty Trucks
Medium-duty trucks have a payload of 5 to 15 tons. This type of vehicle is suitable for transporting goods over long distances and between provinces. Transportation times usually range from a few days to weeks.
Heavy-Duty Trucks
Heavy-duty trucks are used to transport bulky goods with large sizes and heavy weights, usually over 15 tons. Heavy-duty trucks often have trailers attached to increase carrying capacity.
Truck Specifications and Payload
Understanding the technical specifications of each type of truck, especially the payload, helps to choose the right transport vehicle, save costs, and increase revenue. It is necessary to clearly distinguish between vehicle weight (the weight of the vehicle when it is empty) and vehicle payload (including the maximum weight of the goods and the weight of the vehicle).
Below is a table of sample technical specifications for some common types of trucks:
| Vehicle weight | Cargo box size (mm) | Maximum payload |
|---|---|---|
| Length | Width | |
| 0.5 tons | 2,000 | 1,380 |
| 1 ton | 3,400 | 1,700 |
| 1.5 tons | 4,310 | 1,800 |
| … | … | … |
Note: The above specifications may vary depending on the type of vehicle and the registered box size.
Truck Payload Regulations for Transporting Goods
According to regulations of the Ministry of Transport:
- Trucks under 5 tons: The load weight must not exceed 10% of the permitted carrying weight.
- Trucks over 5 tons: The load weight must not exceed 5% of the permitted carrying weight.
The permitted carrying weight is written on the truck payload logo attached to the vehicle’s door. Compliance with payload regulations when transporting goods is very important to ensure traffic safety and avoid penalties.
Conclusion
Understanding truck payloads is essential for businesses operating in the transportation sector. Choosing the right truck for the cargo payload helps optimize costs, improve transport efficiency, and comply with legal regulations. The technical specifications table and regulations above will give you an overview of the payloads of common truck types today.
