How Much Does a Box Truck Weigh?
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Where to Learn the Weight of a Box Truck Near Me?
Box trucks are spacious commercial vehicles, designed to easily carry a large amount of cargo from one place to another, but their capabilities are dependent on their weight. If you’re in need of a commercial truck for your business, come to Leson Isuzu, our Isuzu dealership near Marrero, LA, to find the model that meets your weight requirements.
What is a Box Truck’s Weight?
Box trucks can weigh anywhere between 9,000 and 18,000 pounds while empty, varying depending on the size and specifications of a model. Isuzu models in particular have a large variety in sizes, ranging from 5,500 pounds on the low end 19,500 pounds on the higher one. You should also keep in mind that each vehicle has its own gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), determining how much a truck can handle before it becomes overly encumbered. The weight and GVWR for some Isuzu models include:
|
Isuzu Model |
Average Empty Chassis Weight (Curb) |
Max Fully Loaded Weight (GVWR) |
Max Cargo & Box Allowance (Payload) |
Typical Box Lengths |
|
Isuzu NPR (Gas) |
~5,300 – 5,800 lbs |
12,000 lbs |
~6,100 lbs |
10 – 16 feet |
|
Isuzu NPR-HD |
~6,000 – 6,700 lbs |
14,500 lbs |
~8,300 – 8,900 lbs |
12 – 20 feet |
|
Isuzu NPR-XD |
~6,400 – 7,100 lbs |
16,000 lbs |
~8,800 – 9,600 lbs |
12 – 20 feet |
|
Isuzu NQR |
~6,500 – 7,200 lbs |
17,950 lbs |
~10,600 – 11,400 lbs |
12 – 22 feet |
|
Isuzu NRR |
~6,600 – 7,300 lbs |
19,500 lbs |
~12,200 – 13,000 lbs |
14 – 24 feet |
Why Does Box Truck Weight Matter?
It’s important to know the limits and weight of your vehicle to avoid any undue financial problems. While it’s possible to be fined for driving over a vehicle’s weight limit, this also can just cause damage to your vehicle and ruin its suspension, while also reducing the truck’s fuel efficiency. Of course, for your business, the less time your truck remains off the road the less money it’s making for you over time.
Visit an Isuzu Dealer Near Me
If you want an in-person look at any of our box trucks, visit our Isuzu dealership near Marrero, LA, also serving the Harvey, Gretna, and Belle Chasse areas. If you have any other questions about our inventory or other services, feel free to contact us online at Leson Isuzu.
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