Importing specialized refrigerated trucks requires a clear understanding of the processes and procedures. This article by Xe Tai My Dinh provides detailed information on refrigerated truck types, weight regulations, and other trucks in road transport, helping businesses optimize transportation costs and time.
Classification of refrigerated trucks
Truck Classification by Load Capacity
The Vietnamese transport market currently utilizes a diverse range of trucks, catering to various purposes and cargo transportation needs. Here’s a breakdown of common cargo truck types:
Light-Duty Trucks
Light-duty trucks typically have a load capacity of under 3.5 tons, depending on national regulations. Their compact size allows for easy maneuverability in restricted areas, effectively serving the process of goods delivery and receipt. These vehicles are fuel-efficient, reducing transportation costs and being environmentally friendly. They are commonly used by individuals, small-scale transport units, food stores, and small and medium-sized enterprises.
Various types of trucks used in road transport
Medium-Duty Trucks
Medium-duty trucks meet the need for transporting cargo at medium to large load capacities. Larger in size than light-duty trucks, they allow for transporting goods with greater volume and bulk. Designed to serve many uses, from transporting goods within the city to delivering goods between provinces and neighboring regions. Suitable for medium and large enterprises.
Heavy-Duty Trucks
Heavy-duty trucks have a load capacity of 16 tons or more, transporting much larger volumes of goods compared to the previous two types. Equipped with powerful engines for heavy hauling and movement on roads requiring great strength and stable operation. Suitable for traveling on rugged mountainous roads and difficult terrain. Includes various types such as box trucks, container trucks, dump trucks, etc., meeting the specific needs of the transportation, import-export – Logistics industries.
Heavy-duty truck transporting large cargo
Truck Classification by Features and Use
Tarpaulin Trucks
Tarpaulin trucks are designed with a closed metal frame and protected by a waterproof tarpaulin layer that can be opened and rolled up. Commonly used to transport packaged goods that need protection from rain and sun. The tarpaulin structure is flexible in loading and unloading goods and helps the vehicle reduce fuel consumption due to its lighter weight compared to other types of trucks.
Trucks with tarpaulin cover for cargo protection
Enclosed Box Trucks
Enclosed box trucks have cargo boxes that are sealed to protect goods from weather, dust, and increase safety and security. The sealed box is designed to be fixed and sturdy, usually made of waterproof materials and incorporating opening doors. Commonly used to transport food, goods sensitive to ambient temperature, or pharmaceutical products.
Refrigerated Trucks
The import procedure for specialized refrigerated trucks requires attention to the fact that this type of vehicle is equipped with a refrigeration system attached to the vehicle to maintain a low temperature, optimizing the preservation of goods. This is a popular transportation solution for temperature-sensitive goods such as frozen food.
Truck Classification by Fuel Engine
Gasoline Trucks
Trucks using gasoline are often light-duty or medium-duty vehicles. They have better acceleration and move quickly and flexibly during cargo transportation.
Trucks using gasoline or diesel fuel
Diesel Trucks
Trucks using diesel fuel are usually large trucks, container trucks, heavy-duty trucks, etc. Diesel engines have a long lifespan, good durability, and reduce machine maintenance costs.
Regulations on Truck Load Capacity
Transportation businesses need to pay attention to regulations on load capacity in cargo transportation to choose the appropriate type of vehicle. Below is a table of basic load capacity dimensions for truck types:
| Truck Type | Cargo Box Dimensions (mm) | Maximum Load Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 ton | 3,400 x 1,700 x 1,500 | 2.1 tons |
| 1.5 tons | 4,310 x 1,800 x 1,700 | 3.15 tons |
| … | … | … |
| 15 tons | 11,000 x 2,350 x 2,600 | >20 tons |
Selecting the right truck for road transport
Conclusion
Choosing the right type of truck suitable for the load capacity and type of goods is an important factor in transportation. Xe Tai My Dinh hopes this article has provided useful information about the import procedure for specialized refrigerated trucks as well as other types of trucks, helping businesses optimize transportation operations. Contact Xe Tai My Dinh for more detailed advice.
