TRUCK, TRACTOR and TRAILER QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
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Vehicle Valuation Services, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Not To Be Reproduced. TABLE OF CONTENTS Over The Road Tractors page 4 – 8 OTR Common Components page 9 OTR Common Options page 10 – 11 Other Tractor Types page 12 – 14 Glider Kits page 15 – 16 Dump Trucks page 17 – 19 Buses page 20 – 21 Emergency Vehicles page 22 – 23 Mixers page 24 Refrigerated Trucks page 25 Refuse Packers/Recyclers page 26 – 28 Wreckers page 29 – 30 Straight Truck Overview page 31 Misc. Inter-City Work Trucks page 32 – 44 Truck Information To Note page 45 Trailer Overview page 46 – 47 Auto Transport Trailers page 48 Agricultural Trailers page 49 – 50 Construction & Heavy Hauling page 51 – 53 Dump Trailers page 54 – 55 Dry Freight Vans page 56 – 57 Intermodal Trailers page 58 Flat Bed Trailers page 59 Furniture Vans page 60 Horse Trailers page 61 Tank Trailers page 62 – 63 Miscellaneous Trailers page 64 – 66 Liftgates and Wheelchair Lifts page 67 Wheel and Tire Information page 68 – 69 Trailer Information To Note page 70
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[Press ctrl+f to bring up search tool] Truck/Tractor OVER THE ROAD (OTR) TRACTORS Conventional Semi Tractor Basic Features
Sleeper Fifth Wheel (flat top, mid roof, or high rise) (Fixed, Manual, or Air Slide)
Wheels Tandem Axle (Spoke, Steel, Or Aluminum) (2 Sets of axles)
4 OVER THE ROAD (OTR) TRACTORS - cont. Conventional Semi Tractor Basic Features
Air Deflector Side Fairing (Cab Extenders)
Tank Fairings
5 OVER THE ROAD (OTR) TRACTORS - cont. Conventional Semi Tractor Basic Features
Air Cleaners Exhaust Stacks
Aluminum Fuel Tanks Aluminum Steps
* Long hood length is 127”, as opposed to the 119” short hood length
6 OVER THE ROAD (OTR) TRACTORS - cont. Conventional Semi Tractor Basic Features Cab Over Engine (COE) Tractor
Cab Fifth Wheel
Disc (Budd) Wheels Tandem Axle
7 OVER THE ROAD (OTR) TRACTORS - cont.
Flat Roof Sleeper
Mid Roof Sleeper
High Rise Sleeper Sleeper Interiors 8 (Penthouse/Condo) OVER THE ROAD (OTR) TRACTORS - COMPONENTS & OPTIONS
Common Components
• Engine: 350 to 600 HP • Transmission: 9 to 18 Speed • Axles: 3 • Drive Axles: 2 • Front Axle Rating: 12,000 lb. • Rear Axle Rating: 40,000 lb. • Cab: Air Ride • Interior: Deluxe • Sleeper (Conv): 36” to 72” • Sleeper (COE): 86” to 112” • Fuel Tanks: Dual 100 to 150 gal. Aluminum • Suspension: Air Ride or Spring • Wheels: Steel or Aluminum Disc • Tires: 11R22.5 or 11R24.5 Radial • Fifth Wheel: Air Slide
9 OVER THE ROAD (OTR) TRACTORS - COMPONENTS & OPTIONS - cont. Common Options
Roof Mount Air Deflector – Aerodynamic device that sits on tractor cab. Reduces drag and increases miles per gallon.
Side Fairing – Also Called Cab Extenders, these aerodynamic devices attach to the rear side Air Deflector of the cab. Side fairings reduce drag and increase miles per gallon.
Tank Fairings – Aerodynamic device that attaches to lower side of cab in front of the fuel tanks. Reduces drag and increases miles per gallon. Side Fairings Full Aerodynamics – Complete Aerodynamic features (air deflector, side fairing, tank fairings)
Headache Rack – Aluminum or steel board used to protect the cab from moving cargo.
Driver Side Airbag – First introduced by Volvo Tank Fairings in 1994, the semi tractor driver airbag protects the driver from head-on collisions.
Air Ride Cab – A truck in which the cab rests on air suspension, providing a smoother ride for the driver.
Headache Rack 10 OVER THE ROAD (OTR) TRACTORS - COMPONENTS & OPTIONS - cont. Common Options
Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) – An active alternative to engine idling. Increases fuel cost and decreases vehicle emissions. Commonly located near fuel tanks. Typical makes are Thermo King and Carrier. APU Fenders – May be quarter, half, or full and may also be either stainless steel, chrome, or fiberglass.
Moose Bumper – These are heavy duty truck bumpers designed to minimize front end damage.
Power Take Off (PTO) – Device used to bring Fenders power from source (engine) to another unit such as a trailer. These are typically accompanied by a wet line kit, which connects hydraulic hoses to a trailer.
Fifth-Wheel – Coupling apparatus used to link truck to trailer. May be fixed, manual, or air slide. Grille Guard Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) – Safety system that allows wheels to maintain tractive contact with road while braking, preventing the wheels from locking up. This became standard on all over the road vehicles in 1999.
Jake Brake – An engine braking mechanism which opens exhaust valves in the cylinders in Fifth-Wheel order to release trapped compressed air which slows vehicle. 11 OTHER TRACTOR TYPES
Single Axle Work Tractors - Typically equipped with a 12,000lb front axle & 23,000lb rear axle.
Tandem Axle Work Tractors - Typically equipped with a 12,000lb front axle & 40,000lb rear tandem axle. In extreme service, axle Single Axle Work Tractor (day cab) ratings may be 18,000lbs front & 48,000lbs rear (Michigan Specials). Common additional components are PTO/Wet Line Kits and/or walking beam (Hendrickson) suspensions.
Hot Shot Tractors - Developed to circumvent the Commercial Driver License (CDL) requirements. They are designed to transport light and medium weight loads in a intra-state Tandem Axle Work Tractor (day cab) environment. These are typically equipped with a 7,000lb front axle & 17,000lb rear axles and spring suspension.
Hot Shot Tractor 12 OTHER TRACTOR TYPES - cont.
Yard Jockey (spotter) Tractors are typically designed and built for off street applications.
Available in single or tandem axle configurations, they feature a hydraulically adjustable fifth wheel for quick movement and placement Single Axle Yard Jockey of semi-trailers.
Tandem Axle Yard Jockey
13 OTHER TRACTOR TYPES - cont.
Most tractors are available with either a Forward or Set Back front axle.
Forward Axles offer a better ride.
Setback Axles allow a shorter turning radius and provide a improved weight distribution.
Trailer Toter Tractors are typically Forward/Setback equipped with a 12,000lb front axle & Front Axle 23,000lb rear axle. They are specifically modified with a hydraulic powered ball hitch for the transport of office trailers and manufactured housing (mobile homes).
Trailer Toter
14 Trailer Toter - Rear View GLIDER KITS
15 GLIDER KITS - cont.
Gliders are a complete truck Cab and Chassis Without the drivetrain components.
Gliders include - a finished cab and hood, a complete interior, front axle and brakes, front suspension and steering, fuel tanks, electrical system and engine cooling system.
Gliders do not include - an engine, transmission, differential, rear axle and rear suspension.
* When built properly they can be worth up to 75% of the value of the same new vehicle.
Factors that affect the value of Gliders are - • Quality of construction. • Age and condition of the drivetrain. • Compliance with federal safety and emission standards.
Under the Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997, the “safe harbor 75% test” Includes an exception of paying Federal Excise Tax (FET) on the purchase or use of a Glider Kit vehicle if the refurbishment is a result of suffering a total loss.
16 DUMP TRUCKS
Class 3 Contractor Dumps are typically equipped with a 4,000lb front axle & 7,000lb rear axle.
Class 4 and 5 Contractor Dumps have axles ratings of up to 5,000lbs front & 10,000lbs Class 6 Dump rear.
Class 6 Single Axle Dumps are typically equipped with a 7,000lb front axle & 17,000lb rear axle.
**Common additional equipment for all Dump Trucks include cabguards, air gates, coal chutes, tarp assemblies, extended sides, pintle hitches, plows and salt spreaders. Contractor Dump Grain Dumps have either single or tandem rear axles. The sides are constructed of lightweight sheet steel or aluminum.
17 Grain Dump DUMP TRUCKS - cont.
Side Dumps have a pivoting ram that allows the body to tilt in three directions; right, left or back.
Scissor Dumps have a two way hoist that allows either the entire body to raise or tilt from the front.
Side Dump Tandem Axle Dumps are typically equipped with a 12,000lb front axle and 44,000lb rear tandem axle. The dump bodies are of aluminum or steel construction.
**Common additional equipment for all Dump Trucks include cabguards, air gates, coal chutes, tarp Scissor Dump assemblies, extended sides, pintle hitches, plows and salt spreaders.
Tandem Axle Dump with Aluminum Body 18 DUMP TRUCKS - cont.
Tri-Axle Dumps have a third axle that can be either stationary or liftable (controlled up and down from the cab). The dump bodies can by either aluminum or steel construction.
Transfer Dumps combine a Tri-Axle Dump with dump truck with a pup dump trailer, maximizing payload capacity. Steel Body Dump Particularly useful in states that of highway weight restrictions.
**Common additional equipment for all Dump Trucks include cabguards, air gates, coal chutes, tarp assemblies, extended sides and pintle hitches.
Transfer Dump
19 BUSES
Conventional School Buses are built on Freightliner or Navistar Chassis, with capacities ranging from 35 to 72 passengers. These may be equipped with gas or diesel engines, typically with automatic transmissions. School Bus - Conventional Cab Flat Nose School Buses have a rear engine design, with capacities ranging from 60 to 84 passengers. They are typically equipped with a diesel engine and automatic transmission.
Mini School Buses are built on Ford or GM chassis, with a capacity range from 4 to 20 passengers. School Bus - Flat Nose They are equipped with a gas or diesel engine and an automatic transmission.
**Common additional equipment for all School Buses include wheelchair lifts, raised floor and restraint systems.
School Bus - Mini Cutaway 20 BUSES - cont.
Transit (municipal) Buses are built on NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) standards and have a capacity range from 30 to 50 passengers. They are equipped with a diesel or propane converted engine and an automatic Transit Bus transmission.
Cutaway style Shuttle Buses are built on Ford or GM chassis, with a capacity range from 4 to 24 passengers.
Charter Buses are designed for Shuttle Bus longer distance travel and commonly feature lavatories, underbody storage and aircraft style seating.
**Common additional equipment for all Transit Buses include wheelchair lifts, raised floor and restraint systems.
Charter Bus Party Buses are typically built on cutaway chassis. They are designed to carry 10 or more people and used for recreational purposes. Common items include couches, speaker system, TVs, LED Lights, and carpeting. 21 Party Bus EMERGENCY VEHICLES
Type I Ambulances are based on 1 Ton Truck chassis with dual rear wheels. The patient module does not have a walk thru from the cab.
Type II Ambulances are based on 1 Ton Cargo van chassis. They Ambulance Type I typically offer a raided roof and have a walk thru.
Type III Ambulances are based on 1 ton cutaway chassis. The patient module has a walk thru.
**All ambulances typically have dual OEM alternators, dual batteries, throttle idler, auxiliary transmission Ambulance Type II cooler, light bar, siren, flashers, warning lights, oxygen outlets, vacuum pump and modular cabinets.
Ambulance Type III
22 EMERGENCY VEHICLES - cont.
Type VII Ambulances are based on Class 6 chassis with dual rear wheels. The patient module does not have a walk thru from the cab.
Medical Attack Vehicles (MAV’s) Ambulance Type VII are based on Class 6 chassis with dual rear wheels. The patient module does not have a walk thru from the cab. These vehicles are designed with both ambulance and fire-fighting equipment. A key feature of MAVs is that they do not transport people.
Squad Rescue Vehicles (SRV’s) are based on Class 6 chassis with dual rear wheels. The patient module does not have a walk thru from the cab. Medical Attack Vehicle These are supportive vehicle which transport supplemental equipment.
**All ambulances typically have dual OEM alternators, dual batteries, throttle idler, auxiliary transmission cooler, light bar, siren, flashers, warning lights, oxygen outlets, vacuum pump and modular cabinets. Squad Rescue Vehicle
23 MIXERS
Rear Discharge Mixers are typically equipped with a 18,000lb front axle & 48,000lb rear tandem axle. Drum sizes range from 8 to 12 yard capacity.
Bridgemaster Mixers have a booster axle, allowing compliance Rear Discharge – Cement with federal bridge laws. Mixer Front Discharge Mixers are typically equipped with a 18,000lb front axle & 48,000lb rear tandem axle. Drum sizes range from 10 to 12 yard capacity.
**Common options on all Mixers include floatation tires, tax or pusher Rear Discharge – Cement axles, front driving axle (6X6), night Mixer with Booster Axle lighting, aluminum water tank, air lift charge hopper and a third chute.
Front Discharge – 24 Cement Mixer REFRIGERATED TRUCKS
Cold Plates have a heavily insulated body with a removable freezing unit. This allows for economical operation than running a cooling unit for day to day operations. The interior is defined by large “cold plates”.
Refrigerated (Reefer) Bodies Cold Plate are insulated and have a cooling unit that is self powered by a gas or diesel engine. Refrigerated trucks offer a more controlled environment than a Cold Plate and can be left running for extended periods of time.
Refrigerated Slide In Bodies are insulated and have a cooling unit that is self powered by a gas or Refrigerated Van diesel engine. Small units may be powered by the vehicle’s engine through a PTO.
Refrigerated Slide In 25 REFUSE PACKERS and RECYCLERS
Container Trucks are mounted on medium duty single rear axle chassis and are designed to pick up one or two 3 to 8 yard hoppers. They typically are equipped with a 7,000lb front axle & 17,000lb rear axle.
Load Luggers are severe service Container Delivery tandem axle trucks designed for heavy compact loads such as scrap metal or concrete. Container size range from 8 to 14 yards and typically are equipped with a 12,000lb front axle & 44,000lb rear tandem axle.
Front Load Packers are Load Lugger available in standard or low profile configurations and have a capacity of 31 to 45 yards. They typically are equipped with a 18,000lb front axle & 44,000lb rear tandem axle.
**Options include dual or right side steering, adjustable forks, scales and cameras.
Packer – Front Load Low Profile 26 REFUSE PACKERS and RECYCLERS - cont.
Rear Load Packers are available in standard or low profile configurations with a capacity of 15 to 32 yards. Options include work lights, pusher or tag axle, winch, reeving cylinder, hopper liner, cart tipper, tipper bar, wash out tank, scale and cameras. These typically are equipped with 18,000lbs front & Packer – Rear Load 44,000lbs rear axles.
Side Load Packers are available in standard or low profile configurations with a capacity of 28 to 35 yards. Options include dual or right side steering, work lights, round floor, pusher or tag axle, wash out tank, cart tippers, scale and cameras. These typically are equipped with 18000lbs & 44,000lbs rear axles.
Packer – Side Load
27 REFUSE PACKERS and RECYCLERS - cont.
Roll Offs are heavy duty tandem axle trucks designed for scrap or refuse applications. These typically are equipped with an 18000lb front axle & 44,000lb rear axle and 30 ton hoist. Options include an air operated third axle.
Recyclers are medium duty trucks Roll Off with 8 to 12 compartments for the separation of materials. These are typically equipped with a 7,000lb front axle & 17,000lb rear axle.
**Options include dual or right side steering, stand up steering, work lights and cart tippers.
Recycler – Stand Up
28 WRECKERS
Roll Backs are medium duty trucks with 17.5’ to 21’ steel or aluminum decks that roll back and down at a 10° to 12° angle.
They typically are equipped with a 8,000lb to 10,000lb winch, tool box, Car Carrier (Roll Back) safety chains and a light bar.
**Common options include wheel lifts, motorcycle lifts, work lights, self loading dollies and diamond plate dress up kits.
Wreckers (tow trucks) are usually mounted on 1 to 1 ½ ton chassis. Wreckers may be either a traditional boom lift wrecker, or self-loading wrecker (T-Bar Style). Wrecker – Self Loading They typically are equipped with a telescoping hydraulic arm, 8,000lb to 10,000lbs winch and safety chains.
**Common options include single or dual lines, wheel lifts, motorcycle lifts, work lights, self loading dollies and diamond plate dress up kits. Wrecker with Wheel Lift 29 WRECKERS - cont.
Heavy Duty Wreckers are Class 8 trucks equipped with one or two hydraulic arms and a 30 to 50 ton winch. They are typically equipped with hydraulic extendable outriggers.
Wheel Lift only trucks are used in the repossession business. They Heavy Duty Wrecker typically have in cab controls that operate the wheel snatcher.
Wheel Lift
Motorcycle Lift
30 INTER-CITY WORK TRUCKS
Class 6 Straight Truck With Van Body
Body Height Body Length
Dual Rear Wheels Step Fuel Tank
31 MISC. INTER-CITY WORK TRUCKS
A Cab & Chassis is the base vehicle on which all bodies are attached. They may be gas or diesel powered and have axle ratings with a range of 5,000lbs front & 15,000lbs rear, to 12,000lbs front & 40,000lbs rear on a tandem. The length of the frame is critical in determining what size of body can be mounted. Cab & Chassis Catering Trucks are typically equipped with fully SS interior, shelves cabinets tables, 4 sinks, 2 bay deep fryers, steam table, char grill, flat top brittle, hood exhaust system, fire suppression system.
Concrete Pumps are used to Catering Truck transfer ready mix from a mixer to a construction site. They typically have a boom reach of 60’ to 100’.
Concrete Pump
32 MISC. INTER-CITY WORK TRUCKS - cont.
Armored Trucks are typically mounted on Class 3 to 6 chassis. Features include full body armor, bullet proof glass and run flat tires. Common options include lift gates and remote cooling.
Asphalt Distributors typically Armored Truck have a 800 to 1500 gallon steel tank with a rear spray bar. They may have either single or tandem rear axles.
Beverage Trucks typically have 8 to 12 bays, each with a roll up door. They may have either single or tandem rear axles. Asphalt Distributor
Beverage Truck
33 MISC. INTER-CITY WORK TRUCKS - cont.
Boom Trucks are hydraulic cranes mounted on a medium to heavy duty chassis. They typically feature hydraulic outriggers, a 40’ to 100’ sheave (boom) height and jib. Lifting capacity ranges up to 15 ton.
Bucket Trucks are typically Boom Truck mounted on a Class 3 to 6 chassis. Features include dual remote controls, extenda boom, rotating bucket, tool box body and hydraulic outriggers. Booms have a range of 18’ to 60’.
Bucket Truck
Bucket Truck – Van Style 34 MISC. INTER-CITY WORK TRUCKS - cont.
Crane Trucks have an independently mounted short boom crane on a frame or utility body. Typical specifications include a 12,000lb rating, but can go as high as 30 ton (60,000lbs). Typical boom reach is 10’ to 20’. Crane Truck Curtain Vans are similar to Dry Vans except the sides are open and covered with canvas tarpaulins. This allows access to all areas of the cargo body.
Digger Derricks are trucks with a drilling rig mounted on a Class 6 to 8 Curtain Van chassis. They typically feature a 20 ton Winch and a 2 section boom mounted on a utility body.
Digger Derrick
35 MISC. INTER-CITY WORK TRUCKS - cont.
Dry Bulk Tankers provide sanitary storage and high speed unloading for bulk commodities. Construction is either aluminum or stainless steel.
Tanker Flat Bed Trucks range from Class 3 (1 Ton) to Class 8. Typical accessories include side pockets for removable stakes, cab guards (headache rack) and a winch.
Forestry Trucks are typically equipped with a grapple crane and a chipper body. They may also have 4 wheel drive.
Flat Bed
Forestry Truck
36 MISC. INTER-CITY WORK TRUCKS - cont.
Fuel Tankers typically have 2 to 4 compartments and a pump and metering system. Construction may be steel, aluminum or stainless steel. Fuel Tanker Furniture Vans have a Dry Van type body with lowered body, side doors, additional interior tie downs and smooth plywood walls. Typical features include underbody storage and forward storage over the roof of the cab (attic).
Furniture Van with Attic Grapple Trucks are normally used in forestry or refuse applications. They have a light duty boom and typically have a dump body.
Grapple Truck
37 MISC. INTER-CITY WORK TRUCKS - cont.
High Cubes are mounted on 1 ton cutaway chassis and constructed of aluminum or fiberglass re-enforced plastic (FRP). Bodies range in length from 10’ to 16’.
Ladder Cranes are designed for sign work and feature a hydraulic High Cube Van boom with a range of 20’ to 50’.
Landscaper Bodies are normally mounted on a 1 ton chassis. They feature a flatbed with a dovetail and ramp gate to allow the loading of equipment and refuse.
Ladder Crane
Landscaping Truck 38 MISC. INTER-CITY WORK TRUCKS - cont.
Logging Trucks are typically equipped with a 16,000lb front axle & 44,000lb rear axle and heavy duty walking beam (Hendrickson) suspensions. Common equipment includes headache racks, bunk bodies, grapple loader, scales and additional axles. These may also be Logging Truck equipped with a piggy-back 1 bunk trailer used for hauling long logs.
Lube Trucks are equipped with 1 or 2 fuel tanks , grease and oil tanks and tool boxes.
Mechanic Trucks have an independently mounted short boom crane on a utility body. Typical Lube Truck specifications include a 4,200lbs to 10,000lbs boom with a 8’ to 12’ reach. Other common equipment include a welder, air compressor and vise. The model and year of the compressor and welder will affect the value of these trucks.
Mechanics Truck
39 MISC. INTER-CITY WORK TRUCKS - cont.
Service Bodies are normally mounted on a 1 ton chassis and feature 6 to 10 compartments. The center section may be open or enclosed.
Stake Beds are flatbeds with fixed or removable side slates. These Service Truck sides are typically made of wood or steel open construction.
A Step Van is a complete body built on a forward control chassis. The body is normally made of aluminum or steel and range in length from 10’ to 24’. Stake Bed Truck
Step Van
40 MISC. INTER-CITY WORK TRUCKS - cont.
Street Sweepers are equipped with a water tank and heavy adjustable brushes. They are typically mounted on single axle Class 6 chassis.
Utility Bodies are most commonly mounted on a 1 Ton Street Sweeper chassis and feature 6 to 12 compartments with a open or closed center section. Options include a ladder/pipe rack.
Vacuum Cleaner Trucks are equipped with a 1 or 2 compartment steel or stainless steel tank and Utility Truck vacuum pump assembly; and are used for pump out work on sewers and lavatories. These are designed with a front hose reel which attaches to the front bumper.
Vacuum Cleaner Truck (Sewer Sucker)
41 MISC. INTER-CITY WORK TRUCKS - cont.
Van Body Trucks typically vary length from 12’ to 28’ and may be gas or diesel powered. Axle ratings range from 5,000lb – 12,000lb front axle & 15,000lb – 40,000lb rear axle. Options include nose cone, lift gate and side doors.
Water Trucks are mounted on a Van Body Truck Class 7 or 8 chassis and typically feature front, rear and side mounted spray heads, Capacities range from 1,500 to 6,000 gallons.
Road Traffic Trucks are stake bed trucks that also have an arrow board Water Truck and attenuator attached. An attenuator is a safety cushion that attaches to rear of the truck to protect workers. The year and model of attenuator and arrow board will affect the values of these trucks.
Road Traffic Truck
42 HANDICAPPED/MOBILITY VANS
Mobility Vans – Fully Functional Conversion (Most common conversion): Full cut floor (third row seating to fire wall), power ramp, power side doors, kneeling system, removable front seats ($26,500-30,000)
Side Entry Conversion: Center cut floor (third row seating to back of front seats), manual ramp, manual doors ($17,000-18,000)
Side Entry Conversion Rear Entry Conversion (Least common conversion): Full cut floor (rear trunk to fire wall), manual ramp, manual doors, up to two chair capacity ($17,000-18,000)
Hand Controls: Very specific to owner’s needs
43 Rear Entry Conversion HANDICAPPED/MOBILITY VANS - cont.
Mobility Vans – Controls: Basic Mechanical: Gas/brake levers, pedal blocks, basic turning knob ($1,600) Basic Mechanical Controls Electric Controls: Extremely user specific, very elaborate configurations ($30,000-40,000)
Scooter Carriers: Pricing can vary based on the vehicle the lift is being up fit on ($1,300-4,000)
Turney Mobility Seats: Whole seat lifts out of vehicle down to ground level ($7,000-8,000)
Electric Controls
Turney Mobility Seat
44 Scooter Carriers INFORMATION TO NOTE FOR TRUCK VALUATIONS
• VIN • Year, Make, Model • Engine Make & Model • Engine Brake (diesels only) • Transmission Make & Model • Number of Axles • Axle Rating • Suspension Type • Type of Use • Sleeper Size & Type (if applicable) • Body Type (straight trucks only) • Fifth Wheel Type (tractors only) • Type & Number of Fuel Tanks • Tire Size & Condition • Wheel Type • Engine Overhaul Information • Aerodynamics • Headache Rack • Interior Trim Level • Chrome Packages
SEE VEHICLE REQUEST FORM FOR COMPLETE LIST.
45 Trailer TRAILERS and SEMI-TRAILERS
Dry Freight Van
Length in Feet Width in Inches
Height in Inches Tandem Axle Landing Gear
47 AUTO TRANSPORT TRAILERS
Auto Transport Trailers can have a series of hydraulic lifts to load and unload their cargo. Most include a specialized rack that is positioned over the cab of the tractor. They are equipped with hold down winches and chains. Wedge trailers carry 3-4 cars and can either 3 Car Wedge be tandem or tri-axle. A 5 car transport is typically a 5th wheel trailer. Stinger car transports are car haulers that include a 3 car rack for the tractor, and a stinger trailer. Car transports may also be enclosed. 5 Car Transport
Stinger Car Transport (With Tractor Rack)
Hi Rail 9 Car Transport Enclosed Transport 48 AGRICULTURAL TRAILERS
Livestock Trailers have two or three decks for the transport of live animals. Some have adjustable racks for mixed loads. Cattle livestock trailers typically have a potbelly style drop center. Hog Livestock Belly Trailer (Cattle) trailers typically have a straight deck.
Corn Hopper Trailers have one or two bottom hoppers for unloading. They are typically constructed of aluminum and have tandem or tri-axles. Livestock Straight Trailer (Hog)
Corn Trailer with Double Bottom Hoppers
49 AGRICULTURAL TRAILERS - cont.
Grain Trailers are typically constructed of aluminum and may be open top vans, bottom hoppers, lift dumps or walking floors.
Walking Floor Trailers have either a rotating belt on the floor or Grain Trailer shaker that moves back and forth.
Grain Trailer with Walking Floor
50 CONSTRUCTION and HEAVY HAULING TRAILERS
Double Drop Deck Trailers have a lowered floor between the axles and are designed for oversize Double Drop Deck loads and machinery. They may be equipped with ramps for loading heavy equipment. Capacity range from 30 to 50 ton.
Single Drop Deck Trailers are equipped with either ramps or a Double Drop Deck with hydraulic dove tail. The dove tail is Dovetail and Ramps able to extend for loading, and then retract for transport.
Single Drop Deck
Dove Tail - Extended For Loading
51 CONSTRUCTION and HEAVY HAULING TRAILERS - cont.
Hydraulic Detachable Gooseneck Trailers are designed for heavy equipment hauling. The front gooseneck is self-lifting, with a locking ratchet Hydraulic Detachable which stays attached to the tractor for unloading. They are typically available with capacities of 30 to 60 tons, but can go as high as 150 ton with auxiliary axle assemblies. Common options include apitong flooring, beavertails, self contained power units and flip third or fourth axles. Hydraulic Detachable - Extendable
Flip Up Axles
52 CONSTRUCTION and HEAVY HAULING TRAILERS - cont.
Drop Deck Tilt Trailers have a bed that tilts down hydraulically for easy loading of equipment. They typically have a rated capacity of 20 to 30 tons and two to four axles. Tilt Flatbed Common accessories include dock level hydraulics and a electric winch.
Flat Bed Tilt Trailers may tilt manually or hydraulically. They typically have a rated capacity of 5 ton to 20 tons and have two to four axles.
Utility Trailers may tilt manually or be equipped with a dove tail or Tilt Tag ramp to facilitate loading. They typically have a rated capacity of 3,500lbs to 10 tons and have one to two axles.
Tilt Utility 53 DUMP TRAILERS
Frame Type Dump Trailers have a full length frame support, are constructed of steel or aluminum and range in length up to 48’. These trailers are more stable when dumping on uneven surfaces or when the load has shifted than frameless types. Frameless Dumps are lighter Dump – Frame Type than frame type allowing more cargo. They are typically constructed of aluminum and range in length up to 48’.
Quarter Frame Dumps are very similar to frameless dumps, but the wheels stay on the ground when hoist is raised.
Common equipment for dump Dump - Frameless trailers include tarp assemblies, air gates, coal chutes, third or fourth axle and side boards.
Dump – Quarter Frame 54 DUMP TRAILERS - cont.
Bottom Dump Trailers are equipped with a bottom hopper assembly for unloading. They may be constructed of steel or aluminum. Bottom Dump Demolition Dumps are typically made of steel and have thick side walls. Common equipment for dump trailers include tarp assemblies, air gates, coal chutes,third or fourth axle and side boards.
Transfer Dumps combine a Demolition Dump dump truck with a pup dump trailer, maximizing payload capacity. Particularly useful in states that of highway weight restrictions.
Transfer Dump
55 DRY FREIGHT VANS
Dry Vans are constructed of aluminum with an interior lining of plywood or plate (fiberglass). The length ranges from 20’ to 53’, width from 96” to 102” and height up to 110”. Common equipment on all Dry Vans include logistic posts, e-track, Dry Van wall scuff plates, side doors, and ribbed flooring.
Refrigerated vans have aluminum or stainless steel construction with an insulated interior (kemlite). The length ranges from 20’ to 53’, width from 96” to 102” and height up to 110”. Typical cooling unit manufacturers are Refrigerated Dry Van Thermo King and Carrier. Common options include: E-track – horizontal tie down track Logistic Posts – vertical tie down track Aero Skirts – side panels for more aerodynamicism
Stainless Steel Refrigerated Van
56 E-Track Logistic Posts Aero (Side) Skirt DRY FREIGHT VANS - cont.
Doubles (Pups) are short trailers designed to be pulled in tandem or triples. Construction is aluminum or FRP, interior lining of plywood or fiberglass, length range from 20’ to 40’, width from 96” to 102” and height Dry Freight Doubles up to 13’6”. Converter Dollies are a fifth wheel mounted on a single or tandem axle and are used to connect pup trailers.
Curtain Side (Tauntliner) Vans are similar to Dry Freight Vans except that the sides are open and covered with canvas tarpaulins. This allows access to the entire cargo area.
Converter Dolly
Curtain Side (Tauntliner) 57 INTERMODAL CONTAINERS & CHASSIS
Containers are designed to be shipped by rail or water and are mounted on a chassis for highway use. Construction is typically unlined steel and lengths vary from 18’ to 45’. Containers can also be refrigerated (typically constructed of aluminum). Intermodal Shipping Container Container Chassis can be either fixed or adjustable in length. These are specifically designed for transporting intermodal containers.
Refrigerated Intermodal Shipping Container
58 Intermodal Container Chassis FLAT BED TRAILERS
Flat Beds have a length up to 53’ and have 3 common styles.
1)Steel frame with wood floor
2)Combination steel frame and aluminum/wood floor
Steel Flat Bed 3)Aluminum frame with aluminum/wood floor.
Common equipment includes rail pockets which allow insertion of stake sides, winches and ‘D’ rings. A front Bulkhead is another common feature of flat beds. This stops the commodity from shifting forward during loading or under vehicle braking. Spread axles are Combination Flat Bed also common, allowing better weight distribution for some types of loads. Removable Sideboards and Tarps, called side kits, provide weather protection.
Aluminum Flat Bed 59 FURNITURE/ELECTRONICS Vans
Furniture Vans have a lowered (drop) frame, curbside and roadside doors, additional interior tie downs and smooth plywood walls. They typically range in length from 28’ to 53’. These are specifically made for moving furniture or electronics equipment. They are commonly seen with “belly boxes” which are used for storage.
60 HORSE TRAILERS
Horse Trailers are typically constructed of steel or aluminum and have a capacity from two to twelve horses. They are available as pull mounts, fifth wheel hitches or semi trailer configurations. Common features are heat , extended roofs, slant nose, tack rooms and slide outs. Some Horse 2 Horse Trailer Trailers may also have living quarters, featuring furniture, and other living amenities.
4 Horse Trailer
6 Horse Gooseneck Trailer with Tack Room 61 TANK TRAILERS
Asphalt Tankers are constructed of steel and may have an aluminum skin. They are insulated and heated, and have a pump discharge.
Bulk Commodity Trailers are designed to provide sanitary storage Asphalt Tanker and high speed unloading. Construction is either aluminum or stainless steel. Feed may be gravity, product pump or vacuum.
Crude Oil Trailers are designed to provide sanitary storage and high speed unloading. Construction is either aluminum or stainless steel. Feed may be gravity, product pump Bulk - Commodity or vacuum.
Crude Oil Tanker 62 TANK TRAILERS – cont.
Petroleum/fuel Tanks typically have from 2 to 4 compartments with integral pumps. Construction may be steel or aluminum.
Petroleum Pup Tanks Are similar to standard petroleum tanks, but have a smaller capacity in order Petroleum Tank to pull two trailers at once. Sanitary Liquid Trailers are designed to provide controlled storage of food commodities. These are food grade trailers. Construction can be either stainless steel or aluminum and may have a sanitary product pump.
Petroleum Pups
Sanitary Tank 63 MISCELLANEOUS TRAILERS
Logging Trailers are equipped with bunks which secure the lumber cargo. They can be equipped with scales, liftable axles, and super single (large size) tires. Logging Pole Trailer Recycling Trailers are equipped with 8 to 12 compartments for the separation of materials.
Refuse Unloader Trailers have a moving/walking (also called “live”) floor that allows offloading a commodity. They are typically Recycling Trailer constructed of steel or aluminum with an attached tarp system.
Refuse Unloader (Walking Floor) 64 MISCELLANEOUS TRAILERS – cont.
Utility/Landscape trailers are single or tandem axle trailers with a steel or wood floor. These bumper pull trailers typically have mesh ramp, slide out, or flip up ramps. Utility Trailer Landscape trailers typically have equipment racks attached to the trailer. A single axle trailer typically has a 3,500lb GVW, while a tandem axle typically has a 7,000lb GVW
Enclosed trailers are single or tandem axle trailers with a plywood Landscape Trailer or vinyl interior. These may be bumper pull, or gooseneck and are typically equipped with a side door. Common options for these trailers include a rear ramp door, V-nose, interior shelving, electrical package, and upgraded floors and walls. A single axle trailer typically has a 3,500lb GVW, while a tandem axle typically has a 7,000lb GVW Enclosed Trailer Mini Dump Trailers work similar to traditional dump trailers, with a much smaller capacity. They typically have a single, or tandem axle and can be bumper pull or gooseneck. These may have a 7,000lb, 10,400lb, 12,000lb, or 14,000lb GVW. 65 Mini Dump Trailer MISCELLANEOUS TRAILERS – cont.
Car Hauler trailers are typically tandem axle trailers with a steel or wood floor. These are commonly bumper pull trailers and can have slide Car Hauler out or flip up ramps. Most car hauler trailers have a GVW of 7,000lbs.
Equipment (Tag) trailers are typically tandem axle with the deck over the wheels. They are designed to carry heavy equipment, with a common GVW of 20,000lbs (10 Ton). Equipment (Tag) Trailer Gooseneck Flatbed Trailers are equipped with a gooseneck fifth wheel adapter and typically have a 20,000lb to 25,000lb GVW. They are commonly seen with a dovetail and flip up ramps.
A Dovetail (Beavertail) is a type of Gooseneck Flatbed trailer design in which the rear end of the trailer tapers down towards the ground, allowing equipment to be easily driven on and off.
66 Dovetail LIFTGATES and WHEELCHAIR LIFTS
Lift gates are designed to raise loads from the ground to trailer level. They have a capacity range from 1,000lbs to 10,000lbs and may either fold under the body or stand up against the rear when not in use.
Liftgate Outside Rail Lift gates are of a heavy duty design with a capacity of 2,000lbs to 10,000lbs. They may be used with hi cubes, van bodies, flatbeds, or stake beds.
Wheelchair Lifts are designed for buses or vans and raise up to deck height.
Outside Rail Liftgate
67 Wheel Chair Lift WHEEL & TIRE INFORMATION
Spoke (Dayton) Wheels are commonly found on heavy duty work trucks. They have a two piece construction with a cast iron hub mounted on the truck or trailer.
Spoke (Dayton)
Steel Disc (Budd) Wheels are one piece and have 10 holes. They are commonly found on highway trucks and trailers.
Steel Disc (Budd)
Aluminum Disc (Budd) Wheels are one piece and have 10 holes. They are commonly found on the front axle of highway trucks.
Aluminum Disc (Budd)
68 WHEEL & TIRE INFORMATION
Use a quarter (25¢) as a guide. Insert it between the treads of the tire.
New A new tire on a Class 6 – 8 truck or Trailer will have 28/32 of an inch of tread.
At 75%, it has 21/32 of an inch or tread. 75 %
At 50%, it has 14/32 of an inch of tread. 50 %
At 25%, it has 7/32 of an inch of tread.
25 % 69 INFORMATION TO NOTE FOR TRAILER VALUATIONS
• VIN • Year, Make, Model • Type of Use • Construction • Length • Height • Width • Number of Axles • Suspension • Wheel Type • Tire Size and Condition • Overall Condition
SEE TRAILER REQUEST FORM FOR COMPLETE LIST.
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