arkjarhead
Veteran Expediter
Let's say someone has a 1 ton GMC Cube Van with the 16 foot box. Approx how much weight can they carry?
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arkjarhead
Veteran Expediter
So if you equip build a little sleeper in there you won't be able to haul anymore than a regular cargo van? Are just curious if one could make more money with a cube van over a regular cargo van.
Run4biz
Expert Expediter
My thinking is that a cube van would be a attractive alternative to the Sprinter because of lower investment and better access to parts and service. I believe though from a weight capacity point of view that it will be comparable to a cargo van. Also, having a large dedicated sleeper would be a definite plus especially if running a team.
Jefferson3000
Expert Expediter
MSinger has an old Penske 1 ton GMC. Might ask him how much he actually hauls in the real world. I think he said that most of his freight was fairly light, but needed the volume. His is one of those 10,000 GVW models you see for rental.
I am actually running a Ford E450 w/ 14ft box. Extra springs over the one ton. GVWR is 14,050. I carry a pallet jack as well. I used to clear about 6200 on the scales but have had to cut back to about 5800. That is due to me having the dock bumper cut off and a Maxon tuck-away gate installed.
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I am actually running a Ford E450 w/ 14ft box. Extra springs over the one ton. GVWR is 14,050. I carry a pallet jack as well. I used to clear about 6200 on the scales but have had to cut back to about 5800. That is due to me having the dock bumper cut off and a Maxon tuck-away gate installed.
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Jefferson3000
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Yes, I do have to log. Even though I would generally be considered short haul because I am normally back in terminal by the end of the day, AND alot of what I do might fall under the 150 mile rule for intrastate carriage (which exempts me from HOS regs) I do have to log. It's really not a big deal.
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I've frequently thought about a 450 chassis with a 17' Aerocell body. You can get them up to a 14.5k gvw. There's 16'1" of actual floor area. I don't remember the inside width but it is significantly more than a van or Sprinter. I believe you could have a refrigerator, cabinets, etc. along one side wall and still have plenty of room for a row of skids plus some narrow shelves/storage along the other wall if you didn't mind the freight being off center by 5-10%. Even nicely equipped for comfort while on the road it should easily carry 5k of freight so other than not being dock high it's a full C unit capability weight wise.
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Jefferson3000
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Well, the Supreme box on my cube is 90" wide inside, 85 through the door. Mine is about 40" deck height. Aviator on here had one that was 16 feet, I believe. he blocked off the first 5 feet for living and enough room for 4 skids left. Small bunk, fridge, a microwave and you're set.
Side note: If you're going to do something like this, you'd better have something better than "B" pay for it. Because of air drag, my V10 gets about 9-10 on the highway.
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Side note: If you're going to do something like this, you'd better have something better than "B" pay for it. Because of air drag, my V10 gets about 9-10 on the highway.
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Jeff
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rainbowwar24
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This is what I am thinking of doing. I am gonna buy a van with a 10 ft box on it. The U-Haul type, with single tires in the back. I can haul decent amount of weight, and then use the truck for whatever I need to when I am at home. Another thing I was thinking about doing was, I am going to get a "Toad" camper and pull it behind it. They only weigh 1,600 lbs or less and are 16 ft or less.. I will get mine unfinished, so it will be really light. Then when I am done for the night, or sitting at a truck stop for a few days, I will have a nice place to stay, shower, crapper, ac/heat, etc. You can even "camp out" at Wal Marts now! What are your thoughts on my idea?? I figure just the money I save on showers, will help cover cost of gas. It only takes a few mins to unhitch the camper, get loaded, and attach it again. Your thoughts???
