Cab and chassis trucks aren’t quite like anything you’ll see out on the road today. They’re designed to be flexible and adaptable to fit a wide range of needs, which means they’ll stand out before you make upgrades to them. Looking to understand exactly what you’d be getting yourself into? White’s International Trucks has provided a little more information on cab and chassis trucks, so when you look through our inventory, you have a good idea of what you want. We have locations throughout North Carolina, so contact us today if you spot the perfect model for you.
What is a Cab and Chassis Truck?
Let’s simply start by making sure everyone’s on the same page. A cab and chassis truck comes with just the driving cockpit, or the cab, and the frame of the truck. There’s no bed or trailer or anything on top of the axles. Hence the reason they’re so strange looking.
Aside from that, they might look just like your standard pickup or medium-duty truck. Because of this, you’ll want to consider some of the same points you’d think about for any other truck purchase, including weight and how you’ll use it.
Many Applications
Because of the lack of back area, a cab and chassis truck can be adapted for many purposes. Of course, all the standard uses are still available to you, once you add a bed, like hauling or other cargo transport. Plus, you can also transform the back to tow other vehicles.
But there’s so much more you can do. Add a sleeping area to turn it into an RV. Use an enclosed attachment to transform it into an emergency vehicle. There are all sorts of ways you can transform a cab and chassis truck into the perfect vehicle for your work or private endeavors. For more ideas, talk to some of your fellow truck owners or chat with our staff.
Specs to Consider
Keep in mind, you can just throw whatever you want back there. The truck is going to have some weight and size limits. This will change depending on the model you’re working with, so having the vehicle’s spec sheet in hand when you’re looking for ways to upgrade the cab and chassis is crucial.
This includes knowing things like the gross combined weight rating (GCWR). This will tell you the maximum amount of weight the truck can handle, including the weight of the truck, any towed vehicles, cargo, and passengers. If the thing you’re adding to the back already puts you too close to this number, you’ll want to consider other options. Overloading your cab and chassis is inefficient, dangerous, and illegal. If you need help staying within reasonable constraints, talk to a professional for help choosing and installing a back end.
Budget
It’s a pretty standard consideration, but it’s an important one when looking at a cab and chassis truck. You’re not just investing in a vehicle. There’s also the back end to add. Make sure you’re planning your purchase and your budget carefully, so you don’t have to worry about accidentally overwhelming your finances. You can also talk to us about financing options and any sales we might be having to help manage the cost.
On that note, you’re probably ready to start checking out the cab and chassis trucks we have for sale right now. Go through some of our online inventory and then let one of the many North Carolina locations of White’s International Trucks know which model piques your interest.
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