Straight trucks are enclosed trucks that vary in length, between 10 ft to 28 ft and widths between 6 ft to 8 ft. They are mostly used to haul dry cargo, and due to the enclosed sides and a roof, they help keep everything safe during transit. Regardless of what your transportation needs are, there are different types of straight trucks available in Jacksonville you can rent with COOP.
Refrigerated Straight Truck
Refrigerated straight trucks are fitted with a refrigeration unit to enable temperature regulation. So businesses don’t have to worry about ferrying perishable goods or temperature-sensitive cargo. Reefer straight trucks can also be used to haul dry freight since the refrigeration unit can be turned off when not needed.
Dry Straight Truck
As the name suggests, these are used for transporting dry cargo. So unlike the refrigerated straight trucks that haul both dry and temperature-sensitive cargo, these ones cannot be used to haul the latter. They come in different sizes and load weight capacities and truck classes.
Dodge
With a Dodge Straight truck, any driver will be able to meet every transportation need from safety to efficiency in terms of fuel, speed, among other haulage capabilities. In its period of operation, Dodge has ensured to deliver the best models of straight trucks designed to solve different transportation needs for drivers.
Ford
Ford is a leading truck manufacturing company and the demand for its trucks is always high. Efficiency, durability, and safety are some of the best features that Ford drivers get to enjoy.
Chevrolet
Straight trucks from Chevrolet also top the list when it comes to rating the best trucks. The company has ensured to deliver the most vital features to make every transportation expedition smooth and efficient.
Equipment Hauling
From events to plumbing, company equipment, and so on, these are some of the areas where straight truck rentals could be applied. The bigger the equipment you need to haul the bigger the straight truck you will need.
Hauling Perishable Goods
The applicable type of straight trucks here is the refrigerated straight trucks. Perishable goods cannot survive the harsh sun, and other temperature-sensitive goods will require temperature control during transportation. So reefer straight trucks are used here, and this ranges from hauling foodstuffs to medical supplies, art and antiques, tobacco products, and personal care products, among other items.
Moving Businesses
Straight trucks are also ideal for moving businesses. They are built strong enough to haul large appliances and furniture, so you don’t have to worry about how to move your king size bed. Register with COOP and easily find a large straight truck rental to carry all the furniture.
Different businesses in Jacksonville can use straight trucks for advertisement. The sides of the truck are large enough for billboard advertisements. For instance, if you run a pick-up and delivery business you can also use your truck to advertise.
What size truck do I need to move furniture?
This will depend on the size of your house, the smaller your house is, the smaller the truck, and the bigger the house is the bigger the truck needed to move the furniture. Small houses, studio apartments up to 2 bedrooms can be moved by straight trucks measuring between 10 ft and 12 ft. Medium-sized straight trucks measuring between 15 ft and 22 ft can be used to move up to 5 bedroom houses while 24 ft to 26 ft straight trucks can be used to move 6-8 bedroom houses.
Where can I rent a straight truck?
With COOP. There are different straight trucks for rent on the platform. Join to see the available straight truck rentals in Jacksonville, rates start from $99 per day.
How can I find truck drivers?
You can find truck drivers on different truck driver job boards online.
Can I use a rental straight truck for my transport business?
For sure! First establish the amount of work you will need to get done then register to join COOP and find a suitable straight truck rental.