Box trucks are midsize vehicles used for delivery and transfer of goods. They lack a cab-to-bed entrance and require the driver to exit the cab to access the cargo. Most have roller-shaped cargo doors and hydraulic lifts. They can be purchased new or used from truck dealers or online.
Trucks have been on the road since Gottlieb Daimler launched the first one in 1896. As the different types of trucks evolved over the years, the style of the box truck emerged. Box trucks are typically midsize vehicles with a cab separated from the chassis, which actually carries the container unit called a box.
Box trucks are mainly used for the delivery and transfer of goods. A glance down any busy city street will likely reveal one or more box trucks, many of which are mobile rental vans. Small businesses will often purchase box trucks for their business. Some box trucks are refrigerated units, while others are not. Unlike other delivery trucks, most box trucks lack a cab-to-bed entrance, although there are exceptions. Normally, however, the driver must exit the cab and open the rear door to access the cargo. Most box trucks have roller-shaped cargo doors, and many have hydraulic lifts to allow loading of heavy pallets. Some box trucks have an additional side door.
Driving a pickup truck is more challenging than driving a passenger car, but certainly not as challenging as a big rig. Some states require an enhanced driver’s license, and many companies require a clean DMV record to qualify as a pickup truck driver.
Depending on the model, vans can include the same amenities as passenger cars, equipped with power steering and brakes, air conditioning, and high-quality sound systems. Other models used for utility purposes or, for example, military or civilian logistics, could be closer to fleet vehicles.
Most major truck manufacturers produce box trucks, including Ford, GMC, and Chevrolet. Buyers looking for box trucks can find them new or used on truck dealer lots, or online at sites like eBay and Used Car Mart.
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