Tailgate Trucks, or Tail Lift Trucks, are an essential piece of equipment for businesses that need to transport perishable goods. They offer a number of advantages over traditional refrigerated trucks, particularly when it comes to safety and ease of transport. Whether you’re transporting perishable goods, pharmaceuticals, or any temperature-sensitive cargo, the right tail lift can make all the difference.
What are the different types of Truck Tail Lifts?
There are three types of tailgate lifts: cantilevers, tuck-aways and sliders. Designed to move weights based on truck size and individual lifting requirements, the type of tailgate lift you need will vary depending on what you’re transporting.
Cantilever Tail Lifts
A cantilever tail lift is a type of hydraulic lift mechanism commonly used on trucks for loading and unloading cargo, unlike traditional tailgate lifts that fold down directly from the rear of the vehicle.
Cantilever tail lifts are a good choice for a variety of reasons. This includes an extended reach, enhanced manoeuvrability, better optimised cargo space, and improved safety for the user.
Tuck-Away Tail Lifts
A tuck-away tail lift is another type of hydraulic lift mechanism commonly used on trucks for cargo handling. Unlike cantilever tailgate lifts that extend horizontally, tuck-away tailgate lifts are designed to fold and stow neatly beneath the rear of the vehicle when not in use. This leads to decreased drag when driving, as well as other benefits such as space efficiency, more versatile loading options, ease of use, and increased safety.
Slider Tail Lifts
Lastly, we have slider tailgate lifts. Also known as slide-away tailgate lifts, these also rely on a hydraulic lift mechanism. Slider tailgate lifts are designed to slide horizontally in and out from underneath the rear of the vehicle. This horizontal movement feature provides added convenience when positioning the lift for loading and unloading, as well as ease of access, reduced physical strain for the user, space optimisation, and ease of use.
Choosing the right Tailgate Truck Rental for your business
If you’re considering renting a Tail lift refrigerated truck from Scully RSV, we recommend you keep a few things in mind to ensure we can pair you with the correct vehicle. These include:
- Size: Refrigerated tail lift trucks come in a variety of sizes, so it’s important to choose one that is large enough to accommodate your needs. Choosing a truck that is too large can lead to increased fuel costs, can be difficult to manoeuvre, and increase the risk of damage to your cargo.
- Temperature Control: To ensure food safety, product quality and to meet regulatory compliance, ensuring that you have a truck that can be set to the right temperature for your refrigerated goods is vital.
Hire a Truck with a Tail Lift at Scully RSV
Tailgate trucks come in various sizes and capacities. By renting from Scully RSV, you have the freedom to select the specific truck that best matches your current job requirements, without the constraints of owning a fixed-size vehicle. Plus, you’ll benefit from our state-of-the-art refrigeration systems.
Does your business need a truck equipped with a tailgate lift? Call Scully RSV on 1800 728 559, and talk to our team of professionals today or check out our range of tailgate trucks.
