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Medium-Duty Trucks: What Is It?
You’ve likely heard about the various kinds of trucks – light, medium, and heavy-duty, but are you aware of what the difference is between them? These classifications offer crucial information for determining how each model can support your needs on and off the job site in South Florida.
With that in mind, if you are assessing your needs, it’s a good idea to answer the question, “What is a medium-duty truck?” This can help you determine the right vehicle for your needs! Explore our available trucks, then contact us today to get behind the wheel!
What is a Medium-Duty Truck?
Medium-duty Chevy trucks fit into a classification used by the trucking industry that’s based on the GVWR or the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. This rating is given to trucks in Classes 4-6, with a weight of 14,001 pounds to 26,000 pounds. These trucks can be outfitted for a variety of purposes for companies in South Florida. They include:
- Class 4: 14,001 to 16,000 pounds
- Class 5: 16,001 to 19,500 pounds
- Class 6: 19,501 to 26,000 pounds
The Benefits of Choosing Medium-Duty Trucks
Medium-duty trucks make navigating the job sites around South Florida even easier. They have been specifically engineered to make every part of your work day and adventures more effortless. For example, the specific maintenance of your vehicle is determined by the categorization.
Most medium-duty trucks come in a flatbed configuration, and when towing, this truck style is much safer than an alternative dolly-style bed. Generally, medium-duty trucks have no issue towing heavy-duty equipment to help you get the job done right.
Explore Our Available Medium-Duty Trucks at Rechtien International Trucks Today!
When you are looking to upgrade your vehicle and maximize your capabilities, our South Florida resources can get you behind the right vehicle for you. Not only do we offer financing options, but we can also help you select the exact vehicle for your daily requirements on the job. We know our clients are hard-working folks, and we hope to provide the same hard work in return.
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