Weight and Dimensions guide to ship FTL to Mexico

When shipping Full Truckload (FTL) to Mexico, understanding the weight and dimensions of your cargo is crucial for ensuring efficient and compliant transportation. Full Truck Loads can be transported on a variety of types of trailers depending on their shape, length, height, width, weight, and temperature. In this guide, we provide you with the most common weight and dimension limits for freight loads transported between Canada, the USA, and Mexico. Based on this information, you can choose the most suitable type of equipment to transport your goods safely and efficiently.

Among trailer options, we can find:

• Dry Vans
• Reefers  (refrigerated)
• Flatbeds
• Double-drops
• Step-decks

53′ Dry Van

Recommended for delicate loads or for loads that need to be protected against external weather conditions.

Height: 9.6 feet

Width: 8.6 feet

Length: 53 feet

Maximum load weight: 44,000 pounds

53′ Reefer

For loads that must be kept at specific temperatures. For example, frozen or fresh products.

Height: 9.6 feet

Width: 8.6 feet

Length: 53 feet

Maximum load weight: 44,000 pounds

48′ Flatbed

Flatbeds are used to transport loads with irregular shapes; that need to be loaded by the top or side of the truck or that do not require to travel in a closed space.

Height: 2.5 meters or 8.5 feet

Width: 2.5 meters or 8.5 feet

Length: 14.6 meters or 48 feet

Maximum load weight: 48 thousand pounds

53′ Flatbed

Height: 2.5 meters or 8.5 feet

Width: 2.5 meters or 8.5 feet

Length: 16.1 meters or 53 feet

Maximum load weight: 48 thousand pounds

48′ Step-deck

This type of equipment is used to accommodate taller loads.

Width: 2.5 meters or 8.5 feet

Main Deck: 11.2 meters or 37 feet in length and 3 meters or 10 feet in height

Front Deck: 3.3 meters or 11 feet in length and 2.5 meters or 8.5 feet in height

Maximum load weight: 48 thousand pounds

53′ Step-deck

Width: 2.5 meters or 8.5 feet

Main Deck: 12.8 meters or 42 feet in length and 3 meters or 10 feet in height

Front Deck: 3.3 meters or 11 feet in length and 2.5 meters or 8.5 feet in height.

Maximum load weight: 48 thousand pounds

48′ Double-Drop

Width: 2.5 meters or 8.5 feet

Main Deck: 8.8 meters or 29 feet in length and 3.5 meters or 11.5 feet in height

Front Deck: 3 meters or 10 feet in length and 2.5 meters or 8.5 feet in height

Rear Deck: 2.7 meters or 9 feet in length and 3 meters or 10 feet in height

Maximum load weight: 45 thousand pounds

Working with a Logistics Partner

Collaborating with an experienced logistics provider can help navigate the complexities of FTL shipping to Mexico. They can assist with:

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring adherence to both U.S. and Mexican regulations.
• Route Optimization: Identifying the best routes to minimize transit times and costs.
• Documentation: Assisting with the preparation and submission of necessary documentation.

There is a suitable equipment for each load. To help you choose the best freight transportation solution,  contact Mexicom Logistics.