53 FT · overview
Dry Van at a glance
53 ft L × 102 in W × 13 ft 6 in H
The workhorse of U.S. freight: an enclosed, weather-protected 53-foot box for palletized and floor-loaded general cargo.
- Length
- 53 ft
- Pallets
- 26
- Payload
- ≈ 45k lb
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Dry Van at work
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Overview
A 53-foot dry van keeps freight sealed off from rain, road spray and theft from dock to dock. It is the default trailer for retail, grocery dry goods, packaged consumer products and e-commerce linehaul.
Standard 102-inch width and 13 ft 6 in overall height fit the national network and typical shipper docks. Sliding tandems let drivers balance axle weights for bridge-law compliance.
- 26 standard pallet positions (48 × 40 in, single-stacked)
- Swing rear doors with lock rods; roll-up on select units
- Sliding tandem axles for weight distribution
- Logistics posts or E-track for load securement on many units
Technical specifications
| Exterior length | 53 ft |
|---|---|
| Exterior width | 102 in |
| Overall height | 13 ft 6 in |
| Interior length | ≈ 52 ft 6 in |
| Interior width | ≈ 100–101 in |
| Interior height | ≈ 108–110 in |
| Pallet positions | 26 standard (48 × 40 in) |
| Cubic capacity | ≈ 3,800–4,000 cu ft |
| Typical payload | Up to ≈ 45,000 lb* |
| Axles | Tandem, sliding |
| Floor | Hardwood or composite |
* Figures are typical for this trailer class. Exact dimensions, ratings and equipment vary by manufacturer and unit and are confirmed with your quote.
Ideal for
Retail & CPG
Palletized store replenishment and distribution-center transfers.
Dry grocery
Shelf-stable food and beverage that needs weather protection, not refrigeration.
E-commerce linehaul
High-cube parcel and fulfillment freight between hubs.
Paper & packaging
Roll stock, corrugate and finished packaging.
Appliances & electronics
High-value goods that should stay sealed and out of sight.
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