Dry Freight Body Trucks for Southwest Florida Businesses
Configure a Ford commercial truck with an enclosed dry freight body for deliveries, distribution, equipment transport and other business applications.
Dry freight bodies provide protected cargo space and can be configured with side access doors, hydraulic liftgates, cargo-control systems, interior lighting and other equipment.
We can help match the Ford chassis, freight body dimensions and equipment to the way your business loads, carries and delivers cargo.
What Is a Dry Freight Body?
A dry freight body is an enclosed commercial cargo body designed to carry products, equipment and materials that need protection from weather and road exposure.
Dry freight bodies are commonly mounted to commercial chassis and used by delivery companies, distributors, service businesses and fleets that need a large, enclosed cargo area.
The body can be configured around the type of cargo being transported, including the required body length, interior height, rear door style and loading equipment.
Additional features such as side doors, E-track, tie-downs, shelving, interior lighting and hydraulic liftgates can make the truck more productive for daily commercial use.
Enclosed Cargo Space Built Around the Job
✓ Enclosed cargo protection
✓ Multiple body sizes
✓ Rear and side access options
✓ Hydraulic liftgate options
✓ Cargo-control equipment
What Are Dry Freight Trucks Used For?
Dry freight bodies work well for businesses that need enclosed cargo capacity and organized loading access.
Local Delivery
Transport packaged goods, equipment and supplies between warehouses, businesses and customers.
Commercial Distribution
Support scheduled routes and the movement of inventory throughout a local service area.
Equipment Transport
Carry tools, equipment and commercial supplies inside a protected cargo environment.
Mobile Operations
Configure a large enclosed body around parts, equipment and specialized service operations.
Protect Cargo From the Elements
An enclosed freight body helps protect products, tools and equipment from sun, rain and road exposure.
The large interior cargo area can remain open for bulky freight or be configured with equipment for organized commercial delivery.
The right configuration depends on what you carry, how frequently the truck is loaded and how employees need to access the cargo throughout the day.
Enclosed and Configurable
✓ Weather-protected cargo area
✓ Open interior cargo space
✓ Cargo-control systems
✓ Interior lighting options
✓ Custom interior layouts
Choose the Right Freight Body Size
Dry freight bodies are available in different lengths, widths and interior heights depending on the chassis and body manufacturer.
More cargo volume can be useful, but the body still has to be properly matched to the chassis, wheelbase and expected payload.
Start by looking at the size and weight of the cargo your business carries most often.
Size the Body Around the Cargo
✓ Body length
✓ Interior height
✓ Cargo dimensions
✓ Cargo weight
✓ Loading requirements
Keep Freight Secure and Organized
Cargo-control equipment can help keep products and equipment from shifting while the truck is moving.
E-Track
Creates adjustable attachment points for straps and cargo-restraint equipment.
Tie-Down Points
Provide secure locations for restraining equipment and commercial cargo.
Load Bars
Can help separate and stabilize compatible cargo inside the freight body.
Interior Shelving
Organize smaller products, parts and supplies when open floor space is not the only priority.
Access Cargo Without Always Using the Rear Door
A side access door can make a dry freight body much more convenient for businesses that make frequent stops throughout the day.
Employees can reach frequently used products or equipment without walking through the entire cargo area from the rear.
Door location should be planned around the interior layout and daily workflow.
Build Around How Your Crew Works
✓ Rear cargo access
✓ Side access doors
✓ Frequently used cargo
✓ Interior organization
Make Heavy Freight Easier to Load
A hydraulic liftgate can help move heavy cargo between ground level and the freight body’s cargo floor.
This can be especially useful for deliveries involving appliances, equipment, palletized goods and other heavy commercial products.
Liftgate capacity, platform size and configuration should be selected around the cargo being handled.
Improve Loading and Unloading
✓ Ground-level loading
✓ Hydraulic operation
✓ Heavy cargo handling
✓ Multiple platform options
Choose the Rear Door That Fits the Job
Roll-Up Door
Provides wide rear access without requiring doors to swing outward behind the truck.
Swing Doors
Traditional rear doors can provide a large cargo opening for many freight applications.
Ramp or Liftgate
Rear access can be paired with a compatible walk ramp or hydraulic liftgate depending on the cargo and application.
Configure the Interior for Daily Commercial Use
A dry freight body can be configured with equipment that improves cargo organization, visibility and access.
E-Track
Flexible cargo restraint points for straps and cargo-control equipment.
Interior Lighting
Improve cargo visibility during loading, unloading and deliveries.
Shelving
Organize smaller products, tools, parts and commercial supplies.
Side Doors
Add convenient access to frequently used cargo or equipment.
Walk Ramps
Support loading of appropriate wheeled products and equipment.
Liftgates
Add powered assistance for compatible heavy cargo and freight.
Flooring
Select cargo flooring around the intended commercial application.
Custom Layouts
Configure the freight body around a specific delivery workflow.
Match the Dry Freight Body to the Right Ford Chassis
Chassis selection depends on the completed body, equipment, payload and operating requirements.
Ford F-350
Can support appropriate lighter-duty freight body applications when the completed truck remains within applicable ratings.
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A useful commercial chassis choice for delivery and distribution body applications.
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Provides additional capability for heavier bodies, equipment and commercial freight applications.
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Dry freight bodies can provide a large amount of cargo volume, but the truck still has to operate within its applicable weight ratings.
The cargo body, liftgate, shelving, driver, passengers, fuel, equipment and freight all contribute to completed vehicle weight.
Proper chassis and body planning helps ensure the finished truck is matched to the work it is expected to perform.
Plan for Everything the Truck Carries
✓ Freight body
✓ Hydraulic liftgate
✓ Interior equipment
✓ Driver and passengers
✓ Working cargo
What Is the Difference Between a Dry Freight Body and a Box Truck?
The terms are often used together, but they describe slightly different parts of the commercial vehicle.
The Commercial Cargo Body
A dry freight body is the enclosed cargo body installed on the commercial chassis.
Body construction, dimensions, doors, flooring, cargo control and loading equipment can all be selected around the application.
The Completed Commercial Truck
Box truck is the broader term commonly used for the completed truck with an enclosed cargo body installed behind the cab.
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A standard dry freight body is designed for cargo that does not require controlled temperatures.
Businesses transporting refrigerated or frozen products generally need an insulated body and refrigeration system designed for that application.
Need Refrigerated Cargo?
Explore commercial refrigerated body options when your products require temperature-controlled transportation.
Businesses That Use Dry Freight Trucks
Delivery & Logistics
Local deliveries, route service and distribution.
Retail Distribution
Move inventory between warehouses, stores and customer locations.
Food & Beverage
Transport appropriate packaged products, supplies and dry goods.
Medical Delivery
Carry appropriate medical equipment, supplies and commercial products.
Furniture Delivery
Protect furniture and home goods during local transportation.
Equipment Delivery
Carry tools and commercial equipment inside an enclosed body.
Wholesale Distribution
Support commercial routes and business-to-business deliveries.
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We can help locate an available commercial truck or configure a Ford chassis and dry freight body around your business requirements.
Find a Work-Ready Truck
Tell us the body size, payload, loading method and equipment you need.
Configure a Dry Freight Body
Plan the chassis, body dimensions, cargo access, liftgate and interior equipment around your operation.
How We Plan a Dry Freight Truck
Review the Cargo
Determine the size, weight and type of cargo the truck will normally carry.
Select the Chassis
Match the Ford commercial chassis to the completed body and payload requirements.
Configure the Body
Select body dimensions, rear access, side doors and interior layout.
Add Equipment
Add liftgates, cargo control, lighting and other commercial equipment.
Create a Repeatable Freight Truck Specification
Businesses operating multiple delivery trucks can standardize the chassis, body dimensions, access points and cargo equipment.
A repeatable truck specification can make future fleet additions easier to plan and create a more consistent working environment for employees.
Standardize the Important Equipment
✓ Chassis configuration
✓ Body dimensions
✓ Cargo access
✓ Liftgate configuration
✓ Cargo-control equipment
Dry Freight Trucks in Southwest Florida
We help businesses throughout Southwest Florida find and configure Ford commercial trucks with dry freight bodies for delivery and distribution.
Build the Right Dry Freight Truck for Your Business
Tell us what you carry, how much cargo space you need and how your employees normally load and unload the truck.
We can help determine the Ford chassis, freight body, doors, liftgate and cargo-control equipment that make sense for your operation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a dry freight body?
A dry freight body is an enclosed commercial cargo body used to transport products, equipment and materials that do not require temperature-controlled transportation.
What is the difference between a dry freight body and a box truck?
Dry freight body generally refers to the enclosed commercial cargo body itself, while box truck is commonly used to describe the completed vehicle after the body is installed on the truck chassis.
Can a dry freight body have a hydraulic liftgate?
Yes. Compatible dry freight truck configurations can be equipped with hydraulic liftgates to help move heavy cargo between ground level and the cargo floor.
Can a dry freight body have a side door?
Many dry freight bodies can be configured with side access doors in addition to rear cargo access. Availability depends on the body and configuration.
Can E-track be installed inside a dry freight body?
Yes. E-track and other cargo-control systems can be installed to provide flexible tie-down locations for compatible cargo.
Which Ford chassis can be used for a dry freight body?
Ford commercial chassis such as the F-350, F-450 and F-550 can support different dry freight body applications depending on body dimensions, equipment, payload and completed vehicle weight.
What size dry freight body does my business need?
The right body size depends on the dimensions and weight of the cargo, desired interior height, loading method and the chassis configuration.
Can I order a custom dry freight truck?
A commercial truck can be planned around an appropriate Ford chassis and compatible freight body, subject to current chassis, body and equipment availability.
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