The 5-ton truck: the golden standard of regional logistics
Trucks with a 5-ton payload occupy the niche between light-duty vehicles and large semi-trailers.
On our platform, you will find thousands of offers from private carriers and transport companies.
5-tonners combine high capacity (up to 45 m³) with maneuverability, making them ideal for apartment moves, equipment transport, and supplying retail chains.
For the shipper
Need to move furniture from a three-room apartment or ship 15 pallets of goods? Find a vehicle optimal in both price and volume.
- Capacity: A body volume of 35–45 m³ allows transporting large shipments more cheaply than with a semi-trailer.
- Convenient loading: Look for trucks with a tail-lift or curtain-sided body for fast side loading by forklift.
- Cost savings: Order transport that matches the weight of your cargo — avoid overpaying for empty space in a 10-ton truck.
- Reliability: Check the carrier’s rating and reviews before making a deal.
For the carrier
Have a Zubrenok, MAN TGL, or Mercedes Atego in your fleet? Ensure stable work for your vehicle.
- Flexible logistics: 5-ton trucks are in high demand for both intercity and urban delivery.
- Groupage cargo: Combine several orders into one trip to maximize profitability.
- Convenient search: Filter requests by body volume, tail-lift availability, and payment method.
Types of 5-ton trucks and their features
On Lardi-Trans, users search for different configurations of 5-ton trucks depending on their needs:
- Curtain-sided trucks: The most common type. Suitable for side and top loading with a crane or forklift.
- Box trucks: A rigid body that protects the cargo from theft and weather. Ideal for furniture and boxed goods.
- Refrigerated trucks: Maintain temperature control for food and pharmaceuticals.
- With tail-lift: Equipped with a hydraulic platform for loading/unloading heavy pallets without a ramp.
FAQ: Answers about 5-ton transportation
How many pallets fit in a 5-ton truck?
Depending on the body length (usually 6–7.5 meters), a 5-ton truck holds 12–15 Euro pallets. Extended versions can hold up to 18. Body volume ranges from 30 to 50 cubic meters.
How is the cost of 5-ton transport calculated?
For urban transport, hourly payment is common (e.g., minimum 4+1 hours). For intercity routes, pricing is per kilometer — one-way or round trip. The cost also depends on body type (refrigerated trucks are more expensive) and tail-lift availability.
What popular models belong to this class?
Popular models include MAN TGL, Mercedes Atego, and Iveco EuroCargo. In logistics slang, they are often simply called “five-tonners.”
Is a tachograph required for a 5-ton truck?
Yes. If the vehicle is used for commercial transport and its permitted maximum weight exceeds 3.5 tons, it must be equipped with a tachograph to control the driver’s work and rest hours — for both domestic and international routes.
Does the service provide loaders?
No. Lardi-Trans is an IT platform for finding transport. Loading/unloading services are not included. You negotiate this directly with the carrier or hire loaders separately.