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.
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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.
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Heavy Drop Side Contractor Dump Body
Body Options
ICC Bumper
Receiver Hitch
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
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.
Body Options
ICC Bumper
Receiver Hitch
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.
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.
