Weight An 11' ELOQUIP aluminum dump body weighs only 990 lbs. This allows for an extra 1410 lbs. of payload and savings in fuel cost.A comparable 11' steel dump body weighs about 2400 lbs. This means 1410 lbs less payload and higher fuel costs.
Appearance Aluminum will not rust and therefore does not require painting. When it is properly maintained, it will have a "clean look" for many years. This will enhance your "professional image" with your customers. A steel body will rust within 2 years of use and will lose its "showroom" appearance, potentially harming your "professional image" with customers. It will require painting every 2 or 3 years. Longevity With little maintenance, an aluminum body will last 15 years or more. When the truck is worn out, the body can be changed over to a new chassis. A steel body is worn out after 7 or 8 years of use. It would not be worth changing over to a new chassis. Resale Value An aluminum body has a low depreciation factor. After several years of use it will still have a high resale value.
A steel body has a high depreciation factor and its value is minimal after 5 years. Keeping in mind the comparison factors between aluminum and steel bodies, it is clear that the best value on your investment can be found in an ELOQUIP ALUMINUM body.
ELOQUIP also build forestry bodies, flatdecks, and can build aluminum and landscape trailers to meet your exact custom needs. These bodies are custom built to your exact specifications.
Contact EMM today and let us quote you a price for one of the most versatile bodies on the market today. |
