The Knapheide Drop Side Contractor Body has been relied upon for years by contractors across the nation to handle heavy-duty jobs. These dump truck bodies have everything a contractor needs including drop sides with cheater boards for increased load capacity, a double-acting tailgate for both drop down and spreader applications, behind the cab trip lever for quick access to dumping operation and an aerodynamic tapered bulkhead for improved visibility. Standard body lengths stretch from 12′ up to 18′ for one ton up to medium-duty chassis. Carry up to six cubic yards of bulk material in one load with a Drop Side Contractor Body.
The Best Dump Truck Bed for Heavy Duty Applications
- 3 Year Limited Warranty guaranteeing no body rust-through and defect-free material and workmanship when used as directed.
- Constructed from 7-gauge high tensile steel (or 10-guage on 12′ models) for unmatched strength and durability.
- Understructure features long and cross sills for enhanced floor strength.
- Models are available in nominal 12 to 18-foot lengths with 14-inch sides to accommodate up to 6 cubic yards of material.
- Designed for Class 3 through 5 cab chassis.
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Heavy Drop Side Contractor Dump Body
Heavy Drop Side Contractor Dump Body
Features
E-Coat Immersion
Knapheide Bodies are fully immersed in Knapheide's 12-step, electrodeposition prime paint system for superior corrosion resistance.
Undercoat
Under side of body receives additional corrosion protection with Knapheide's water-based undercoat.
Punched Windows
Rust-resistant punched windows located in the tail skirt for protection of chassis tail lights and the bulkhead for rear visibility.
Sides
14-inch sides with release levers for 180-degree drop down, sloped lower rails for shedding filth, and cheater board pockets for increased load capacity.
Double-Acting Tailgate
Versatile, double-acting 24-inch tailgate that accommodates both spreading and drop down pick-up style dumping applications.
Bulkhead
19-inch tall bulkhead designed to accept additional extensions to match cab height with various cab protectors available upon request.