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Dry Van Freight Transportation Service

Cost-effective, dependable, and flexible, our dry van shipping service provides the best freight transportation solutions for your full truckloads.

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Cowtown Express’s domestic dry van transportation solutions conveniently protect cargo from damaging weather conditions and theft. Designed to carry palletized, boxed, or loose freight, dry van freight transportation offers versatility and safety during short and long hauls for many industries.

As a preeminent dry van trucking company, we maintain an extensive network of carriers to provide the capacity and flexibility required to ship your dry van commodities. Whether you are transporting a single truckload or require a dry van freight broker to handle your logistics chain, our experts are dedicated to optimizing your supply chain. We ship direct to all 48 contiguous states, including Canada, on budget and on time.

Our Dry Van Shipping Services

Our extensive dry van freight services overcome common logistical challenges. At Cowtown Express, we’ll develop a logistics plan that suits your shipping needs. We coordinate every dry van load with trusted, vetted carriers who adhere to industry-standard protocols. Maximizing loads and improving efficiency safely and securely remains our priority. Our services include:

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    Comprehensive insurance for high-value loads

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    GPS tracking & real-time location updates

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    Vetted carriers equipped with E-Track straps and load bars

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    Experienced drivers with TWIC cards

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    Multi-stop full truckload solutions

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    Drop trailer shipping

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    Fast-acting team service for expedited transport of time-critical and peak demand freight

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    Hazmat shipping for safe solutions when you need to ship hazardous materials, including chemicals

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    Pallet jack services

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    Hand unload down stack freight

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    High-value cargo protection services

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A Range Of Dry Van Trailers We Can Accommodate For You

Dry vans work exceptionally well for transporting packaged consumer goods, electronics, furniture, parts, and machinery. They are designed to transport loose, boxed, or palletized freight. While they’re not temperature-controlled, they do protect shipments from the outside elements and can be locked, reducing theft. 

Cowtown Express’s dry vans are regularly serviced and undergo stringent inspections to ensure they follow road safety standards. Our premium fleet has 53’ Air Ride Trailers, 28’ Dry Van Trailers, and Straight Trucks. All are capable of accommodating different types of goods, but their sizes differ.

53' Air Ride Trailers

These trailers’ air suspension provides a smoother ride. Both our standard and roll bed options transport up to 45,000 pounds. Their dimensions are: 53’ x 8’ 6” x 8’ 6” (length, width, height).

28' Dry Van Trailers

Measuring 28’ x 8’ x 9’ (length, width, height), these trailers can carry 22,500 pounds and 14 standard pallet positions. They are ideal for transporting smaller cargo van loads.

Straight Trucks

Also called box trucks, these often have a liftgate and are frequently used for city deliveries. Although they’re available in different sizes, the most common is 24’ x 8’ x 8’6” (length, width, height).

Common Cargo We Can Transport With Dry Vans

Our dry van carriers transport a variety of robust and fragile merchandise for many industries from pharmaceutical to retail, construction, agriculture, and more. Some of the goods we transport include:

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    Machine Tool Goods

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    Appliances

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    Food Products

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    Building Materials

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    Electronics

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    Electrical Wiring

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    Plastics

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    Rugs

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    Textiles

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    Easily Movable Machinery

The Cowtown Express Advantage For Dry Van Trucking

Why Choose Cowtown Express For RGN Shipping

Working in the logistics arena for decades has consolidated our unparalleled customer service and expertise. We handle every one of our clients’ shipments with the utmost care.

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    Guaranteed capacity at competitive rates to accommodate seasonal surges

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    Cutting edge technology for full visibility and accurate reporting

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    End-to-end logistic management of all dry van shipments to streamline supply chains

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    Cross-border transportation to Canada

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    Incomparable customer service and contract carrier support

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Get Your One-Contact Solution For Any Dry Van Freight Needs

Cowtown Express offers flexible dry van trucking services to accommodate your shipping needs nationwide. Partner with us for guaranteed capacity, competitive rates, and excellent service every haul.

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FAQ

How much maximum weight can we put on a 53 feet cargo van?

A standard dry van can be loaded up to 44,000 to 45,000 pounds. If your palettes are standard-sized (48’ x 40’ x 48), you can fit 26 non-stackable or 52 stackable. Unlike other vans, a dry van cannot accommodate oversized freight as it is enclosed.

In which states are we allowed to pool double 53 trailers?

Double trailers each 40 to 53 feet long are legal in Arizona, Colorado, Kansas, Idaho, Montana, Dakota, Nevada, Oregon, South Dakota, and Utah. They are also legal in Indiana, Florida, Massachusetts, Ohio, and New York, but only toll roads.

Can you accommodate the dry van deliveries to multiple consignees on the lane?

Yes, our multi-stop option allows for multiple deliveries. The more stops included the longer haul time. Even though we always strive to deliver freight as fast as possible, multi-stops do slow the process ever so slightly, which is important to bear in mind when dealing with urgent deadlines.

How much does dry van transportation cost?

The cost of dry van transportation depends on the size of the consignment, i.e., how many vans you need and the distance traveled. It’s best to contact us with your requirements so that we can provide you with an accurate quote.