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.
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A Dump Truck Bed With Flexible Loading Capabilities
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.
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Drop Side Dump Body
Body Options
ICC Bumper
Receiver Hitch
Cab Protector
Integrated LED Tail Lights
Metering Chute
Polyboard Side Extensions
KnapPack
Knapheide Tool Boxes
Add-ons
Power Take Off Units
Grill Guards
Steps
Dump Hoists
Dump Bed Vibrators
Trailer Hitches
Winches
Backup Alarms
Salt Spreaders and Brine Sprayers
Snow Plows
Tarp Systems
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
ICC Bumper
Receiver Hitch
Cab Protector
Integrated LED Tail Lights
Metering Chute
Polyboard Side Extensions
KnapPack
Knapheide Tool Boxes
ICC Bumper
ICC style under-ride prevention bumper constructed of 4" channel to dimensions shown. Intended to be welded to truck frame or platform long sills. Dimensions dependent upon chassis manufacturer.
Receiver Hitch
Combination Class IV or Class V hitch and ICC bumper for platform or dump applications. Trailer weight rating, tongue weight and appearance will differ depending on body or chassis.
Cab Protector
Cab protector available straight or tapered with quarter or full cab protection. Compatibility varies depending on body or chassis selection.
Integrated LED Tail Lights
Chassis supplemented LED stop/tail/turn lights installed into rear corner posts of the dump bed for greater visibility with the body in the spreading position. Requires LED option on the standard dump body lights. Offers brighter light and a superior life span compared to incandescent lights.
Metering Chute
Available in both 2-3 yard dump bodies and 3-4 yard dump bodies. Installed in tailgate and features an easy one-handed lift lever to open access door. Metering chute is 17" in width.
Polyboard Side Extensions
Durable, weather-resistant polyboard extension extends dump cargo areas vertically. Available in 9' or 11' lengths.
KnapPack
Practical storage solution seated between body and cab for Dump or Platform bodies. Choose from straight or tapered design.
Knapheide Tool Boxes
Knapheide tool boxes are a great supplement to many types of truck bodies. They are lockable and come in multiple sizes for mounting above and under the body to fulfill additional storage needs.
Add-ons
Power Take Off Units
Grill Guards
Steps
Dump Hoists
Dump Bed Vibrators
Trailer Hitches
Winches
Backup Alarms
Salt Spreaders and Brine Sprayers
Snow Plows
Tarp Systems
Power Take Off Units
Transfer your engine's mechanical power to auxiliary hydraulic driven equipment such as generators, air compressors, pumps operating cranes and dump beds, and other job essential machinery.
Grill Guards
Safeguard the front end of your vehicle's body and other components from impact damage or provide mounting points for fastening additional accessories such as auxiliary lights and winches.
Steps
Make climbing in and out of your vehicle's cab easier or roof mounted cargo more accessible with fixed or retractable solutions of varying styles, material construction and lengths to suit your needs.
Dump Hoists
Hydraulic cylinders power the tilting of a truck's bed to unload loose or bulk materials such as construction debris, vegetative waste, and aggregate used on job sites or taken to disposal locations.
Dump Bed Vibrators
Dislodge clumped or stuck snow, ice or loose bulk materials like gravel, dirt, or mulch via a mechanism that shakes and facilitates the flow of contents from a truck bed without manual intervention.
Trailer Hitches
Establish a reliable and secure connection between your vehicle and the trailers it will tow by selecting a solution tailored to your specific application and the weight you intend to haul.
Winches
Recover stuck or immobilized vehicles, traverse off-road obstacles, and pull or hoist heavy objects using a front or rear-mounted, electric or hydraulic-driven hook and pulley system.
Backup Alarms
Backup alarms provide an added layer of safety while maneuvering heavy vehicles and equipment. Not only are backup alarms a good idea, in some areas and instances, they're a mandatory piece of safety equipment.
Salt Spreaders and Brine Sprayers
Distribute salt or de-icing agents to melt ice or sand to add traction on surfaces using models equipped with the spreading pattern and material holding capacity for accurate and uniform application.
Snow Plows
Clear accumulated snow from roads, driveways, parking lots, or other surfaces with the blade type, size, material, and other features most suitable for your vehicle and usage.
Tarp Systems
These manually or automatically deployed and retracted truck bed coverings shield contents from weather conditions and prevent the ejection of loose materials like rocks or mulch during transit.