Postal Van Specifications

Body  | Chassis  | Dimensions  | Options

BODY
Corners, Front: 56" swing radius on 96" overall width; 59" swing radius on 102" overall width; minimum loss of inside cube at corners.
Crossmembers: I-beams spaced on 12" centers. Extra crossmembers for rear 5' of trailer, minimum.
Floors: 1 3/8" hardwood floor with steel threshold plate.
Interior Lining: Sides 1/2" plywood with 6" scuff liner above and 26" scuff liner below e-track.
Lights & Wiring: 7-way A.T.A., 12 volt, shock mounted lights.
Paint: Front and side sheets are protected against corrosion with a baked-on finish.
Undercoating: 22,500 lbs. minimum rated beam capacity per axle.
Rear Door: Heavy duty five-hinge overhead rear door.

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CHASSIS
Axle: 56" swing radius on 96" overall width; 59" swing radius on 102" overall width; minimum loss of inside cube at corners.
Brakes: 16" x 7 1/2" on most, air, with premium linings, quick change shoes.
Coupler, Upper: Full-width, heavy-gauge top and bottom plates; high tensile steel for maximum resistance to fatigue; 4 1/4" depth, minimum.
Kingpin: 36" location; one-piece forged high tensile alloy steel.
Mud Flaps: Anti-sail rubber.
Supports: Heavy duty 2-speed, steel sand shoes; heavy mounting surfaces and rugged braces assure maximum strength to withstand loading from any angle.
Suspension: Sliding tandem. Fixed available.
Tires: 295/75R 22.5" radials.

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DIMENSIONS
Length/Width/Height:

  • 45'/96"/12'6"
  • 48'/102"/13'6"
  • 53' also available. Please call 1-800-468-8847 for details.

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STANDARD EQUIPMENT & OPTIONS

 

The new USPS/Trailer Fleet Services spec will be produced on new 45', 48' and 53' roll door smooth side white dry freight van units. A list of the additional specifications follows:

1. Two Rows of Recessed E-track
2. Stake Pockets
3. Translucent Roof
4. Two Nose Bars Welded to E-track
5. Three Closeable Vents
6. Barcodes on Inside of Trailer

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Other Equipment not shown in photo:

  • Anti-lock Braking System
  • Door Savers
  • Extra Side Posts at Stake Pocket Locations
  • Four Heavy-duty Fasteners per E-track Connection or Two Hardened Bolts and Self-locking Nuts
  • Fork Lift Plates on Rear Door
  • Overhead Door Track Protectors
  • Second Lift Handle on Rear Door
  • 12" High USPS Unit Numbers on Nose, Sides and Back of Units (for Long Term Lease contracts)
  • Most with (4) 6' Galvanized Steel Liftpads for Piggyback Operation

Other Available Options:

  • Temporary/Removable Rollerbeds Available
Please contact us for more information on how we can serve your requirements:
Trailer Fleet Services - Government Services
800-GOVT-847 (800-468-8847)