When transporting goods, renting a truck is a flexible and efficient solution. However, not all types of trucks are suitable for every need and type of goods. Understanding the common types of rental trucks available today and knowing how to choose the right one will help you save costs, ensure the safety of your goods, and complete your work on schedule. Below are some widely used truck types along with tips for choosing the most suitable one.
Small Trucks (500kg – 1.5 tons)
Features
Small trucks are compact and easy to maneuver in urban areas and narrow streets. This type is suitable for small shipments and small quantities of goods.
Suitable for:
Transporting light goods and small quantities
Household goods, personal luggage
Delivery within urban areas and residential neighborhoods
Advantages:
Low rental cost
Flexible in densely populated areas
Fast loading and unloading
Medium Trucks (2 – 3.5 tons)
Features
This is the most common type of truck for transporting goods on short and medium routes. The cargo bed is larger, suitable for carrying more goods than small trucks.
Suitable for
Medium-sized businesses
Medium-sized furniture
Warehouse/factory transportation within the province
Advantages
Sufficient payload for many types of goods
Flexible movement within the city and outside the province
Relatively reasonable rental price
Large trucks (5-8 tons)
Characteristics
Large trucks have spacious cargo beds and high payload capacity, often used for transporting large quantities of goods or bulky items.
Suitable for
Construction materials, machinery
Large quantities of goods for warehouses and factories
Consolidated cargo routes between North and South
Advantages
Carry more goods
Reduced number of trips → overall cost savings
Suitable for inter-provincial transportation
Heavy trucks (10-15 tons and over 15 tons)
Characteristics
This is a group of heavy trucks, usually container trucks or trailer trucks. Specialized for oversized and overweight goods.
Suitable for:
Specialized, large-scale goods
Industrial machinery
Full truckload shipments between North and South Vietnam
Advantages:
Extremely large payload capacity
Suitable for businesses requiring frequent transportation
Cost-effective for large quantities of goods
Closed box trucks
Features:
Trucks with enclosed cargo boxes on all four sides, protecting against sun, rain, and direct impact from the external environment.
Suitable for:
Fragile goods
Electronics, household appliances
Goods requiring clean storage
Advantages:
Better protection for goods
Easy packaging
Reduces dust and rainwater
Tarpaulin-covered trucks (with tarpaulin)
Features:
Trucks with a steel frame covered with tarpaulin, easily opened and closed for loading and unloading from both sides or the rear.
Suitable for:
Bulky goods, pallets
Construction materials
Goods not requiring airtight storage
Advantages:
Easy and quick loading and unloading
Flexible in various situations
Accommodates tall and long goods
Refrigerated trucks
Features:
Trucks with a refrigeration system that maintains a fixed temperature inside the cargo compartment.
Suitable for:
Fresh produce
Processed food
Pharmaceuticals requiring temperature control
Advantages:
Stable storage at the required temperature
Reduces the risk of damage due to temperature
How to choose the right truck according to your needs
Determine the weight of the goods
The weight of the goods is the first factor in determining the type of truck you need to rent. An incorrect estimate will result in renting an underloaded or overloaded truck, affecting costs and safety.
Goods under 1 ton → prioritize small trucks
Goods ~2–3.5 tons → medium trucks
Goods over 5 tons → large or heavy trucks
Consider the size and characteristics of the goods
Not only weight, but size is also important:
Tall, bulky goods → flatbed trucks
Fragile goods requiring special protection → enclosed trucks
Goods requiring temperature control → refrigerated trucks
Choosing the right truck ensures the safety of goods and reduces the risk of damage.
Determine the route and route characteristics
Intracity transport: small and medium trucks are flexible
Inter-provincial/North-South transport: prioritize large or heavy trucks if the goods are numerous
Large trucks are generally more efficient over long distances, helping to reduce costs per kilometer.
Determining Costs and Budget
Truck rental costs depend on:
Load capacity and type of truck body
Transportation distance
Additional services (loading, insurance, etc.)
You should request a comprehensive quote to avoid unexpected costs and easily estimate your budget.
Conclusion
Understanding the common types of rental trucks and knowing how to choose the right one for your specific needs will help you save costs, ensure cargo safety, and complete the transportation process efficiently. From small trucks to heavy-duty trucks, each type has its own advantages and is suitable for specific situations.
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