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Backhaulers freight brokerage

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.