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2010 Wabash 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Charlotte, NC
Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Roll-Up Door • 445/50R22.5 Tires
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2010 Wabash 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Charlotte, NC
Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Roll-Up Door • 445/50R22.5 Tires
Timed auction
(Day 2 of 2)
2010 Wabash 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Charlotte, NC
Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Roll-Up Door • 445/50R22.5 Tires
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2010 Great Dane PSE-1314-01053 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Amaranth, ON, CAN
Located in Lane 23 Spot 93 • Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 11R22.5 Tires • 68000 lb GVWR
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2004 Utility 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Chilliwack, BC, CAN
Aluminum/Steel Combination Frame • Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Roll-Up Door • Ramp • 11R22.5 Tires • 65000 lb GVWR
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Lot 2772006 Utility 53 ft x 102 in Tri/A Heated Van Trailer
Ste Agathe, MB, CAN
Carrier Heating Unit • Aluminum/Steel Combination Frame • Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires 36300 kg GVWR
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2010 Wabash 53 ft T/A Van Trailer
Charlotte, NC
Aluminum/Steel Combination Frame • Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Roll-Up Door • 445/50R22.5 Super Single Tires
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2010 Wabash 53 ft T/A Van Trailer
Charlotte, NC
Aluminum/Steel Combination Frame • Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Roll-Up Door • 445/50R22.5 Super Single Tires
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2010 Wabash 53 ft T/A Van Trailer
Charlotte, NC
Aluminum/Steel Combination Frame • Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Roll-Up Door • 445/50R22.5 Super Single Tires
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(Day 2 of 2)
2010 Wabash 53 ft T/A Van Trailer
Charlotte, NC
Aluminum/Steel Combination Frame • Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Roll-Up Door • 445/50R22.5 Super Single Tires
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(Day 2 of 2)
2010 Wabash 53 ft T/A Van Trailer
Charlotte, NC
Aluminum/Steel Combination Frame • Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Roll-Up Door • 445/50R22.5 Super Single Tires
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(Day 2 of 2)
2010 Wabash 53 ft T/A Van Trailer
Charlotte, NC
Aluminum/Steel Combination Frame • Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • 445/50R22.5 Super Single Tires
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(Day 2 of 2)
2010 Wabash 53 ft T/A Van Trailer
Charlotte, NC
Aluminum/Steel Combination Frame • Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Roll-Up Door • 445/50R22.5 Super Single Tires
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(Day 2 of 2)
2010 Wabash 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Charlotte, NC
Spring Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Roll-Up Door • 445/50R22.5 Tires
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Lot 3272006 Great Dane 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Ste Agathe, MB, CAN
Aluminum/Steel Combination Frame • Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 11R22.5 Tires • 30840 kg GVWR
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Lot 3292006 Great Dane 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Ste Agathe, MB, CAN
Aluminum/Steel Combination Frame • Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Ducted Floor • Swing Door • 11R22.5 Tires • 30840 kg GVWR
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Lot 8097Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Roll-Up Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires 68000 lb GVWR • PROFESSIONALLY-MAINTAINED-FLEET-VEHICLE-PAG
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Air Ride Suspension • Pintle Hitch • Hardwood Floor • Roll-Up Door • Lift Gate • 295/75R22.5 Tires 39000 lb GVWR
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2008 Stoughton 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Caledon East, ON, CAN
Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 11R22.5 Tires • 70000 lb GVWR
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2008 Stoughton 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Caledon East, ON, CAN
Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 11R22.5 Tires • 70000 lb GVWR
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2008 Stoughton 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Caledon East, ON, CAN
Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • 11R22.5 Tires • 70000 lb GVWR
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2008 Stoughton 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Caledon East, ON, CAN
Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 11R22.5 Tires • 70000 lb GVWR
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(Day 1 of 3)
2010 Wabash 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Charlotte, NC
Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Roll-Up Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires
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Lot 5161AAir Ride Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires
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Lot 5167AAir Ride Sliding Suspension • Side Skirts • Swing Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires 68000 lb GVWR
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2008 Wabash 53 ft Tri/A Van Trailer
Caledon East, ON, CAN
Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires 88000 lb GVWR
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Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Side Skirts • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires 68000 lb GVWR
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Lot 5167DAir Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires 68000 lb GVWR
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Spring Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires 68000 lb GVWR
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(Day 1 of 2)
Lot 5167CAir Ride Sliding Suspension • Side Skirts • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires 68000 lb GVWR
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Lot 3322005 Stoughton 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Ste Agathe, MB, CAN
Aluminum/Steel Combination Frame • Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 11R22.5 Tires • 70000 lb GVWR
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Lot 8111Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires 68000 lb GVWR
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Lot 8112Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires 68000 lb GVWR
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Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Roll-Up Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires 68000 lb GVWR
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2011 Manac 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Mont-Saint-Hilaire, QC, CAN
Air Ride Suspension • Air Brakes • Sliding Suspension • Pintle Hitch • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 11R22.5 Tires • 33500 kg GVWR
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2007 Stoughton 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Caledon East, ON, CAN
Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 11R22.5 Tires • 70000 lb GVWR
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(Day 1 of 3)
Lot 5167BAir Ride Sliding Suspension • Side Skirts • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires 68000 lb GVWR
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Lot 5163Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Side Skirts • Roll-Up Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires
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Lot 8115ASpring Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 275/80R22.5 Tires • 68000 kg GVWR
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1997 Kentucky 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Lake Point, UT
Air Ride Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 255/70R22.5 Tires • 65000 lb GVWR
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Lot 5173Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Side Skirts • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 285/75R24.5 Tires
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2008 Wabash 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Davenport, FL
Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires
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2008 Wabash 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Davenport, FL
Spring Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires 68000 lb GVWR
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2008 Wabash 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Davenport, FL
Spring Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 275/80R22.5 Tires • 68000 lb GVWR
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Wabash 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Newnan, GA
Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Roll-Up Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires 68000 lb GVWR
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(Day 2 of 2)
Aluminum/Steel Combination Frame • Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires 65000 lb GVWR
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Air Ride Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • Curbside Door • 9R22.5 Tires • 44100 lb GVWR
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Lot 81182008 Wabash 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
South Vienna, OH
Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 445/50R22.5 Tires • 68000 lb GVWR
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Lot 3312005 Hyundai 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Ste Agathe, MB, CAN
Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Pintle Hitch • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 11R22.5 Tires • 65000 lb GVWR
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2008 Wabash 53 Ft x 102 in Quad/A Van Trailer
Amaranth, ON, CAN
Air Ride Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 11R22.5 Tires • 109000 lb GVWR • Lift 1st Axle • Steering 1st Axle
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Lot 5174Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Side Skirts • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires
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2010 Utility VS2DX 48 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Lake Point, UT
Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Roll-Up Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires 65000 lb GVWR
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2010 Utility VS2DX 48 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Lake Point, UT
Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Roll-Up Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires 65000 lb GVWR
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Lot 81222007 Hyundai V12530152-JRS 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
South Vienna, OH
Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Side Skirts • Hardwood Floor • Roll-Up Door • 275/80R22.5 Tires
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2007 Stoughton 53 ft x 102 in T/A Van Trailer
Caledon East, ON, CAN
Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 11R22.5 Tires • 70000 lb GVWR
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Lot 5169Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Side Skirts • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires 68000 lb GVWR
IronClad Assurance
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Lot 5175Air Ride Sliding Suspension • Hardwood Floor • Swing Door • 295/75R22.5 Tires 68000 lb GVWR
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What are dry van trailers?
Dry van trailers are the backbone of freight transport for a wide range of industries, offering a versatile solution for moving non-perishable goods. These enclosed trailers are ideal for protecting cargo from the elements, making them a go-to choice for industries like retail, manufacturing, and distribution. You’ll find dry van trailers in use by logistics companies, retailers, and businesses needing to ship palletized goods, boxed items, or packaged products.
Most common van trailer type
When it comes to dry van trailers, the 53-foot trailer dominates the landscape. This trailer size is the industry standard, offering optimal space for large shipments while meeting legal requirements for road transport.
While the 53 foot trailer is the most prominent, you'll come across other van trailer types like, insulated or furniture van trailers and pup dry van trailers.
Key specifications of the 53-Foot Van Trailer
- Dimensions: 53 feet in length, 8.6 feet in width, and typically about 13.5 feet in height. This configuration allows for up to 4,000 cubic feet of cargo space.
- Weight Capacity: These trailers can haul up to 45,000 lbs, depending on the load distribution and specific axle configurations.
- Insulation: While standard dry vans lack insulation, some models feature lightweight insulation options to protect sensitive goods from minor temperature fluctuations, ideal for industries shipping temperature-sensitive items that don’t require a refrigerated unit.
Maximum Weight for a 53-Foot Trailer
The maximum weight a 53-foot dry van trailer can carry depends on the total Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), which for most configurations is set at 80,000 lbs when fully loaded. This includes the combined weight of the tractor, trailer, and cargo. Careful weight distribution is critical for safety, regulatory compliance, and fuel efficiency, which is why buyers should always ensure their trailers meet federal and state road limits.
Dry Van Trailers vs Reefers
Though both dry vans and reefers serve the freight industry, the key difference is temperature control. Dry vans are best for shipping general freight that doesn’t require climate control, while reefers (refrigerated trailers) are essential for transporting perishable goods like food, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals. Dry vans are generally lighter and more cost-effective, while reefers come with added weight and fuel requirements due to the cooling systems.
For buyers deciding between the two, consider your primary cargo types. If temperature stability is a must, a reefer is the obvious choice, but for most general freight, a dry van offers a more affordable and efficient option.
Top brands at our trailer auctions
When it comes to purchasing a dry van trailer at Ritchie Bros. trailer auctions, brand reputation is crucial. Our inventory includes some of the most trusted names in the industry:
- Utility Trailer: Known for their durable designs and lightweight options, Utility trailers are a favorite for those prioritizing efficiency and longevity.
- Wabash National: Wabash’s trailers offer a blend of innovation and strength, often featuring advanced composite materials that reduce weight without sacrificing durability.
- Great Dane: Recognized for their robust construction and advanced safety features, Great Dane trailers are perfect for heavy-duty applications and long-haul routes.