Weight and Dimensions guide to ship FTL to Mexico
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 dimensions limits for freight loads transported between Canada, the USA, and Mexico. Based on this information, choose the most suitable type of equipment to transport your goods in total safety.
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
There is a suitable equipment for each load. To help you choose the best freight transportation solution, contact Mexicom Logistics.
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