A Dump Truck Bed With Flexible Loading Capabilities
Knapheide’s Drop Side Dump Truck Body is the premier light duty dump truck bodies for class three to five chassis. Constructed of high-strength steel for unmatched durability and featuring a crossmemberless understructure for low maintenance and rust prevention, many industries including landscaping, lawn maintenance, construction and municipalities have come to rely on the Knapheide Drop Side Dump Body to safely and efficiently haul and dump bulk materials. Additionally, all Knapheide Dump Bodies are fully immersed in Knapheide’s electrodeposition prime paint system to ensure corrosion resistance and reliable service. The next time you’re in the market for a light duty dump body, look no further than Knapheide’s Drop Side Dump Body.
- 3 Year Limited Warranty guaranteeing no body rust-through and defect-free material and workmanship when used as directed.
- Floor is constructed from 7-gauge, high-tensile steel for unmatched strength and durability.
- Crossmemberless understructure reduces weight for higher payloads and better fuel efficiency.
- Models available in nominal 9 to 12-foot lengths and 12 and 16-inch side heights to accommodate 2.5 to 4 cubic yards of material.
- Designed for Class 3 through 5 cab chassis.
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Drop Side Dump Body
Features
Cab Protector
Quarter cab protector constructed of 10 gauge high tensile steel with a punched window for improved operator visibility. Quarter cab protector in straight or tapered style, full cab protector available for full cab protection.
E-Coat Immersion
Knapheide Bodies are fully immersed in Knapheide's 12-step, electrodeposition prime paint system for superior corrosion resistance.
Floor
Floor is constructed of two-piece, 7 gauge HRCQ steel with a full seam weld down the center.
Double-Acting Tailgate
Versatile, double-acting tailgate in order to accommodate both spreader dumping applications and drop down pick-up style dumping applications. Constructed with 12 gauge HY50 outer panel and 10 gauge HY50 inner panel. Tailgate features a one-handed quick release lever for easy drop-down action.
Side Board Pockets
2x6 side board pockets on the sides at the front and rear allow for increased load capacity when utilizing cheater boards.
Tarp Hook
Rear corner posts equipped with a hook on each side to accept an optional tarp.
Toe Saver Bracket
Toe saver brackets located on both sides of the end rail for operator safety.
Side Construction
Sides are constructed of rugged 12 gauge high tensile steel for durability.
Side Handles
One-handed pull release handle on the drop down sides for convenient and smooth drop down operation. Drop down sides hinge 180 degrees for hassle free loading and unloading of cargo.
Sloped Rails
Sides and tailgate feature self-cleaning sloped top rails and lower rails for dirt shedding.
Receiver Hitch
Integrated Class V receiver hitch at rear of platform with safety chain attachment points and 7 way trailer plug, receiver hitch rated at 18,000 lbs.
Optional 12,000 lbs. capacity Class V receiver hitch available on all 8' and shorter platforms.
Optional 21,000 lbs. capacity Class V receiver hitch available on all 9' and 11' platforms.
Undercoat
Under side of body receives additional corrosion protection with Knapheide's water-based undercoat.
Body Options
Add-ons
Specifications
Standard Models
Model Chassis CA Nominal Length Side Height Net Weight Bulkhead Height Capacity (yards) Inside Dimension - Length Inside Dimension - Width Drop Side Dump Bodies KDBDS912 60" 9' 12" 1455 18" 2.5 111" 86.9" KDBDS916 60" 9' 16" 1523 18" 3.29 111" 86.9" KDBDS1112 84" 11' 12" 1673 22" 3 135" 86.9" KDBDS1116 84" 11' 16" 1746 22" 4 135" 86.9" Fixed Side Dump Bodies KDBF912 60" 9' 12" 1472 18" 2.5 111" 86.9" KDBF916 60" 9' 16" 1553 18" 3.29 111" 86.9" KDBF1112 84" 11' 12" 1707 22" 3 135" 86.9" KDBF1116 84" 11' 16" 1798 22" 4 135" 86.9" Sprinter Drop Side Dump Bodies KDBDS1212B-SP 85.2" 12' 12" 1676 18" 3 147" 80.14"
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