Commercial Equipment
Dry Van
Enclosed Standard 53ft Freight Transport
Dry van trailers are the most widely utilized freight equipment in North America, offering fully enclosed protection for palletized dry goods, consumer retail, and non-perishable freight.
Standard Length
48ft - 53ft
Trailer exterior or combination dimension.
Maximum Payload
45,000 lbs
Subject to federal 80,000 lbs GVWR limits.
Pallet Capacity
26 standard 48x40 pallets
Standard 48x40-inch GMA pallet layout.
Typical Transported Commodities
- General Freight
- Packaged Consumer Goods
- Electronics
- Retail Inventory
- Paper Products
FMCSA Verification Checklist
Operating Authority:
For-hire motor carriers must maintain active FMCSA Property Carrier Authority.
Insurance Filings:
Form BMC-91X primary liability ($750K to $1M+) and sufficient commercial cargo policy limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the standard payload limit for a 53ft dry van?
Most dry vans accommodate a maximum cargo payload between 42,000 and 45,000 lbs to comply with federal 80,000 lb gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) limits.