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Van sizes & load guide
Choose the right vehicle first time
"Avoid delays, extra charges, and failed collections by selecting the correct van for the load"
Most delivery issues don't come from bad drivers... they come from the wrong vehicle being booked.
Sending a van that's too small can mean:
- Failed collection
- Extra charges
- Lost time
We help you get it right the first time.
What You Need To Know Before Booking
Dimensions Are Critical
If it doesnt fit, it doesn't go.
(well not in one piece)
Always check:
- Length
- Width
- Height
Know Your Load
Be clear on:
- Number of items
- Weight (if heavy)
- Stackable or not
Access Matters
- Tight street?
- Height restrictions?
- Loading bays?
This can effect which vehicle is suitable
If you're unsure, dont guess.
Click here to get your questions answered and we'll make sure you book the right vehicle first time.
Small Van
Best for:
- Boxes, paperwork
- 1 Standard pallet
- Item height up to 1m
- Weight up to 400kg
- Fast and cost-effective
- Easy access in tight areas
Dimensions:
Length - 1.4 Meters
Width - 1.1 Meters
Height - 1 Meter
Perfect for quick, lightweight deliveries where speed and efficiency matters most
Medium Van
Best for:
- Building material, Events, Retail stock
- 2 - 3 Standard pallet
- item height up to 1.25m
- Load weight 800kg to 900kg
- Good balance of cost and space
- Easy access in tight areas
Dimensions:
Length - 2.2 to 3 Meters
Width - 1.2 Meters
Height - 1.25 Meter
A reliable choice for everyday deliveries - ideal balance of space, cost, and flexibility.
Large Van
Best for:
- Heavy machinery
- 3 to 4 Standard pallet
- Item height up to 1.75m
- Load weight 900kg to 1250kg
- Large crates and Flight cases
- Exhibitions to Tool hire or other
Dimensions:
Length - 3.3 to 4.2 Meters
Width - 1.25 Meters
Height - 1.75 to 1.85 Meter
Designed for bulkier deliveries - more space, more capability, without over complicating the job.
Luton Van
Best for:
- Building material, Events, Retail, stock
- 4 - 6 Standard pallet
- very tall items
- Load weight 900kg to 1250kg
- Curtain-side for easy loading
- Tail lift to load up to 500kg
Dimensions:
Length - 3.5 to 4.2 Meters
Width - 2 to 2.2 Meters
Height - 1.85 to 2.3 Meter
The go to solution for large, heavy, or multi item moves - maximum space and capability.
Need something bigger?
7.5 Tonne Rigid:
- 10 Pallets
- Up to 2800KG
- 1000kg Tail lift
- LWH 6m x 2.3m x 2.3m
16 Tonne Rigid :
- 14 to 16 Pallets
- Up to 9800KG
- 1500kg Tail lift
- LWH 8.5m x 2.5m x 2.5m
26 Tonne rigid :
- 14 to 18 Pallets
- Up to 15000KG
- 1500kg Tail lift
- LWH 6m x 2.5m x 2.6m
Common mistakes
- Underestimating Dimensions.
- Not including all the items, last minute additions
- Ignoring the height
- Booking based on price
- Underestimating the weight
- Not mentioning an oversized pallet
Not sure what you need?
Send us a quick message with:
Photo of the load
Dimensions (if known)
We'll recommend the right vehicle - no guesswork
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