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Carbodygroup dry van truck bodies consist of quickly removable CKD units. Each module can be replaced or adjusted. You can customize the body to fit the type of van you need (box trucks, trailers, curtain side trucks, dropside trucks, or wing trucks) to adapt the dry van truck to different transport tasks quickly.
Modular Dry Van Truck Bodies
- Modular design.
- Ultralight material.
- Ultra-tough.
- Flexible configuration.
- Durable.
- Affordable.
- No rivets.
- CKD/SKD units.
CARBODYGROUP dry van truck body manufacturer, with a professional R&D team and service team, supports OEM and ODM and other customized services.
CKD/SKD Box Truck Body
Whether you need a partially assembled SKD (Semi-Knocked Down) module or a fully assembled CKD (Completely Knocked Down) unit, we can provide the best customized service according to your needs.
Superior Design Elements
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- FRP Honeycomb Truck
- FRP Plywood Truck
- FRP Foam Panel Truck
- Wing Cargo Truck
- Dropside Truck
- Curtainside Truck
Honeycomb Truck Body
Extremely light & Extremely tough
CARBODYGROUP uses high-quality PP honeycomb core and CFRT (Continuous Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic) laminates to create an ultra-light and highly impact-resistant fiberglass honeycomb sandwich panel with the following advantages:
- Ultra-Lightweight and Highly Impact Resistant: Lighter and able to withstand greater impacts than traditional materials, increasing durability.
- No glue required: No glue is used in the production process, which is eco-friendly and easy to process.
- 100% Recyclable: Eco-friendly, the material can be fully recycled and reused.
- 35% load increase: Compared with plywood, the load-bearing capacity is increased by 35%.
Benefits
| Product | Thickness | Weight | 70% Weight Reduction |
| Plywood | 17mm | 11.7kg/m² | |
| PP honeycomb | 17mm | 3.4kg/m² |
Features
The application of new fiberglass honeycomb panels (FRP honeycomb panels) in electric trucks has significant advantages, especially in reducing vehicle weight and extending driving range.
- Reduce weight: Ultra-light materials, longer driving range.
- Enhanced strength: Strong impact resistance.
- Thermal isolation: Extend battery life.
- Corrosion Resistant: Adaptable to all weather conditions.
- Customizable: Adjust thickness and appearance according to needs.
- Reduce maintenance: Reduce repair costs and improve durability.
- Eco-friendly: Recyclable materials, in line with sustainable development requirements.
Modular Customized Ultra-Lightweight Truck Body
Affordable, enclosed body, 100% recycle, and bigger payload.
The modular design allows the dimensions, materials and colors of the truck body to be customized according to needs.
Ultra-Tough Fiberglass Plywood Truck Body
Carbodygroup’s fiberglass plywood box truck body not only performs well in terms of load-bearing capacity, but its sturdy design ensures smooth operating performance and adapts to various complex transportation needs. Whether it is urban delivery, long-distance transportation, or bulk cargo transportation in special industries, Carbody can provide you with reliable support.
Benefits
- Easily load large or bulky loads with a wide range of liftgate options(depending on chassis)
- Enjoy a bright interior workspace with increased natural lighting through the translucent roof
Durable and Efficient Delivery
The ultra-tough body structure ensures smooth operation, and the ultra-lightweight body reduces fuel consumption.
Specifications
| Width | Length | Height | |||||
| Plywood | Outer | Inner | Inner | ||||
| 2007 | 2159 | 2311 | 2464 | ||||
| 2397 | 12′ | 3784 | 3734 | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| 14′ | 4393 | 4343 | ● | ● | ● | ● | |
| 16′ | 5003 | 4953 | ● | ● | ● | ● | |
| 18′ | 5613 | 5563 | ● | ● | ● | ● | |
| 20′ | 6222 | 6172 | ● | ● | ● | ● | |
| 22′ | 6832 | 6782 | ● | ● | ● | ● | |
| 24′ | 7441 | 7391 | ● | ● | ● | ● | |
| 26′ | 8051 | 8001 | ● | ● | ● | ● | |
| 28′ | 8661 | 8611 | ● | ● | ● | ● | |
| 2550 | 18′ | 5613 | 5563 | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| 20′ | 6222 | 6172 | ● | ● | ● | ● | |
| 22′ | 6832 | 6782 | ● | ● | ● | ● | |
| 24′ | 7441 | 7391 | ● | ● | ● | ● | |
| 26′ | 8051 | 8001 | ● | ● | ● | ● | |
| 28′ | 8661 | 8611 | ● | ● | ● | ● | |
FRP PET Foam Panel Truck Body
Our philosophy is to continuously promote technological innovation and progress, and to be committed to providing high-quality, sustainable products to bring operational and environmental benefits to our customers.
The FRP Skin PET foam composite panel we developed is made of FRP (fiber reinforced plastic) and PET (polyethylene terephthalate) foam. It has the advantages of ultra-lightweight, ultra-durable and eco-friendly, and also meets the needs of the modern transportation industry for efficient, low-carbon and sustainable solutions.
CKD Dry Truck Body
Our dry truck bodies are designed with CKD/SKD units, which allows for quick installation and removal, greatly saving time and labor costs. Whether it is adjusting, repairing or replacing the body, it can be done easily and efficiently.
Benefits
- Quick assembly of truck body
- Customized CKD/SKD kits
- One-piece composite panel
- Lightweight and high-strength
Wing Truck Body
The Wing truck body is equipped with deployable side wings on both sides, which can be flexibly deployed manually or by a hydraulic system. This design significantly increases the cargo capacity without increasing the overall length of the vehicle, which is very suitable for transporting wide or irregularly shaped cargo.
Features
- Compared with ordinary vans, wing vans are popular due to faster loading and unloading. Easier to use forklift, saving handling time and cost
- Compared with dropside and flatbed trucks, wing trucks are more rainproof, dustproof, sunproof, and anti-theft.
- Easy to operate: The driver or operator can easily unfold and fold the wingspan with a straightforward process.
- Safe and reliable: The Wing truck box body features high-strength, corrosion-resistant materials, providing excellent heat preservation, insulation, sound insulation, fire resistance, and moisture resistance.
- Adaptable: The Wing truck box’s unique design allows it to adapt to cargo of different shapes and sizes. Whether it is large or irregular cargo, the Wingspan truck can provide sufficient loading space to meet diverse transportation needs.
Options
- Enter Steps: The design allows for easy loading and unloading of goods. The double-margin steps, made of hot-dipped galvanized steel, offer exceptional strength and corrosion resistance.
- Toolbox: Add a toolbox to the front of the vehicle or underneath the vehicle to store your tools
Mimics Natural Wing Truck Body
- Winged side panels to ensure better forklift walking
- Multi-functional roof, sun and rain protected, openable
Who We Serve
- Truck manufacturers.
- Transportation companies.
- Logistics companies.
- Dry freight companies
- Truck dealers.
- Truck modification shops.
- Truck repair shops.
- Truck rental companies.
Packing and Shipment
- CKD (Completely Knocked Down): The truck box is disassembled into various parts, then packaged transported, and reassembled at the destination. This method can reduce transportation costs.
- SKD (Semi Knocked Down): Freight truck bodies are partially assembled before being shipped to their destination for final assembly. This method combines the advantages of CBU and CKD, saving time and transportation costs.
- CBU (Completely Built Unit): Our factory assembles the whole truck and delivers it to the customer’s location. Customers can simply spray paint or put their logo on it.
Dropside Truck Body
A dropside truck is a vehicle designed for quick and efficient unloading. Its main feature is the reversible side panels on both sides of the vehicle body, which facilitates the loading and unloading of goods. The dropside truck has a simple and efficient design and is suitable for industries such as construction, logistics, and agriculture. It is especially suitable for transporting goods of irregular size or that require frequent loading and unloading.
Carbodygroup is made of high-strength aluminum alloy. While maintaining the same strength, the body is 60%-70% lighter than a steel body of the same size. This design completely solves the rust problem, achieves environmental protection throughout the life cycle of the car body, and can be completely recycled after scrapping.
Benefits
- Lightweight: More load, More fuel efficiency.
- Corrosion Resistant: Never rust, Longer service life.
- High Strength: 6000 series high strength aluminum alloy.
- Eco-friendly: Aluminum is a renewable material with a high recycling rate.
- Easy to repair: Aluminum is easy to process and repair and can be repaired quickly after damage, reducing maintenance costs.
- Good heat dissipation performance: Aluminum has good thermal conductivity, which helps to keep the temperature of the car body stable in high-temperature environments.
Options
- Fall Arrest System: Add a protection bar to protect your cargo
- Enter Steps: Easily access cargo with steps, made of hot-dip galvanized steel, strong and corrosion-resistant
- Toolbox: Add a toolbox to the front of the drop side truck body or underneath the truck to store your tools
- Subframe: Adjustable subframe, suitable to different chassis
Tail Lift and Lightweight Composite Floor
- One body with two options, standard body, or body with tail-lift
- Non-slip honeycomb flooring saves 50% of the weight and increases the load-bearing
Customized Dropside Truck CKD/SKD Kits
Carbodygroup adopts CKD (completely knocked down) and SKD (semi-knocked down) models to produce and transport truck bodies, effectively reducing costs and significantly improving production efficiency. CARBODY focuses on creating customized CKD/SKD solutions for global truck dealers, accurately matching the unique needs of each project.
Curtain Side Truck Body
Curtain side truck bodies feature flexible, retractable curtains on the sides of the body to facilitate loading and unloading from the side. Used to transport palletized cargo, building materials, equipment, large items, and materials that require quick loading and unloading.
Features
- Cargo securement: Cargo is secured by ratchet straps fixed to the truck’s internal frame, effectively preventing movement or damage due to bumps or sudden braking.
- Lightweight design: The curtain side system and body structure are lighter than traditional hard-sided trucks, which helps improve vehicle fuel efficiency and reduce operating costs.
- Adaptability: Curtain side truck bodies are designed to adapt to a variety of transportation needs. Whether it’s a large load or a small package, curtain side trucks offer a flexible and efficient solution.
Dimensions of Curtain Side Truck Body
Available with single or dual-side heavy-duty, customizable curtains.
Single side
| Width | Length | Height | |||||
| Exterior | Interior | Size | Exterior | Interior | Interior | ||
| Sandwich Panels | 2159 | 2311 | 2464 | ||||
| 96′ | 2407 | 18′ | 5613 | 5563 | ● | ● | ● |
| 20′ | 6222 | 6172 | ● | ● | ● | ||
| 22′ | 6832 | 6782 | ● | ● | ● | ||
| 24′ | 7441 | 7391 | ● | ● | ● | ||
| 102′ | 2559 | 18′ | 5613 | 5563 | ● | ● | ● |
| 20′ | 6222 | 6172 | ● | ● | ● | ||
| 22′ | 6832 | 6782 | ● | ● | ● | ||
| 24′ | 7441 | 7391 | ● | ● | ● | ||
Double side
| Width | Length | Height | |||||
| Exterior | Interior | Size | Exterior | Interior | Interior | ||
| Sandwich Panels | 2159 | 2311.4 | 2463.8 | ||||
| 96′ | 2438 | 22′ | 6832 | 6782 | ● | ● | ● |
| 24′ | 7441 | 7391 | ● | ● | ● | ||
| 102′ | 2591 | 22′ | 6832 | 6782 | ● | ● | ● |
| 24′ | 7441 | 7391 | ● | ● | ● | ||
Options of Curtain Side Truck Body
- Customization: Increase the recognition of your brand
- Cost savings: One side curtain, one side sandwich panel
- Protection: Extra rolling side pillars maximize the protection of goods and curtain
Functionality to Make Your Side Load Easier
- Electric curtains, easy to operate and safer during loading and unloading
- Ideal for maneuverability and high load capacity in tight spaces
Dimension and Application of Dry Van Truck Bodies
CARBODYGROUP specializes in producing dry cargo truck bodies that cater to a wide range of cargo transport needs. Below is a breakdown of the sizes, capacities, and their corresponding uses:
| Size (Length x Width x Height) | Capacity (Cubic Feet) | Types |
|---|---|---|
| 20 ft x 8 ft x 8.5 ft | 1,600 | Small deliveries |
| 24 ft x 8 ft x 8.5 ft | 1,920 | Regional deliveries |
| 26 ft x 8.5 ft x 13.5 ft | 1,900 | Box trucks / Local use |
| 30 ft x 8.5 ft x 13.5 ft | 2,400 | Larger regional freight |
| 40 ft x 8.5 ft x 13.5 ft | 3,000 | Intermodal transport |
| 45 ft x 8.5 ft x 13.5 ft | 3,400 | Specialized freight |
| 48 ft x 8 ft x 8.5 ft | 3,200 | Standard dry freight |
| 53 ft x 8 ft x 8.5 ft | 3,800 | Full-load shipping |
Key Insights:
1. Small to Large Scale Transport: The dry van bodies range from small units ideal for local and regional deliveries (20 ft and 24 ft sizes) to larger, more specialized options suited for intermodal transport or full-load shipping (40 ft, 45 ft, 53 ft).
2. Flexible Capacity: The capacity increases progressively as the size of the van body grows. For instance, a 20 ft dry van body offers 1,600 cubic feet, ideal for smaller deliveries, while a 53 ft body offers a capacity of 3,800 cubic feet, suitable for full-load shipping.
3. Specialized Freight and Intermodal Transport: Sizes like the 40 ft and 45 ft bodies are tailored for intermodal transport (cargo that can be easily transferred between different modes of transport) and specialized freight.
4. Standard Freight Options: The 48 ft body is used for standard dry freight.
Sandwich Panels for Dry Van Trucks
Customizable Body Parts
- Cargo Track Systems: This system offers adjustable and customizable load-securing options to keep goods stable during transit.
- Cargo Bars: Cargo bars are adjustable rods that create barriers within the dry van to prevent cargo movement.
- Tie-Down Straps and Ratchets: Tie-down straps and ratchets are used to fasten and secure cargo within the van body.
- Lighting Kits: Installing a lighting kit facilitates loading, unloading, and transporting in low-light conditions.
- Flooring Options: Dry van bodies can be fitted with a range of flooring materials, including plywood, aluminum, or composite flooring.
- Security Locks: Security locks provide enhanced protection for the contents of the dry van.
- Backup Cameras: Backup cameras offer an additional layer of safety when reversing or parking the dry van.
- Subframes: Subframes are additional structural components that are installed beneath the van body to provide extra support for heavy cargo or to distribute weight evenly across the vehicle.
- Edge Profiles: Edge profiles are applied to the edges of the dry van body.
- Door Frames: The door frame is the structure that supports the truck door, ensuring that the door opens and closes smoothly and maintains a tight seal
- Corner Caps: Corner caps protect the corners of the dry van body from impacts and scrapes, which are common during loading, unloading, or docking.
- Hinges: The hinges ensure smooth opening and closing of the entryway. They are available in heavy-duty options (for larger vans) and standard models (for smaller vans).
Modular Dry Cargo Truck Body Design
Our team of engineers has over 20 years of design experience, if your project requires a custom dry cargo truck body, curtain-side truck, dropside truck, or wing truck, please contact us and we will provide you with a professional solution.
Dry Van Truck Bodies: FAQ Guide
What Is a Dry Van Truck?
A dry van truck is an enclosed cargo truck used to transport goods that need to be weatherproof (such as electronics, clothing, and other non-perishable items). The body is made of FRP (fiber reinforced plastic) skin and lightweight core material. Its wall panels, roof panels, and floors are tough and durable.
What Materials Are Dry Van Truck Panels Made Of?
- Fiberglass Reinforced Polymer XPS Foam Panel
XPS (Extruded Polystyrene) has a closed-cell structure that can effectively reduce heat conduction. When combined with FRP to form a sandwich panel, it can resist water vapor, impact, and UV rays.
- Fiberglass Reinforced Polymer PET Foam Panel
PET (Polyethylene terephthalate) foam does not absorb water, has high strength, and is an eco-friendly, recyclable material. It can be composited with FRP, CFRT or aluminum.
- Fiberglass Reinforced Polymer Plywood Panel
The surface of the plywood is covered with a fiberglass layer, which has better waterproofing, appearance and durability.
- Fiberglass Reinforced Polymer PP Honeycomb Panel
PP (polypropylene) honeycomb is composited with glass fiber or CFRT, which is ultra-tough and ultra-light.