The KMT2 Mechanics Truck from Knapheide has proven its reliability and durability in field service and repair operations year after year. Placed in some of the most demanding environments, Knapheide’s KMT2 Mechanics Trucks are able to service a wide variety of equipment in many different vocations, from mines to construction sites to agricultural fields and more. A unique torq-isolator crane support system transfers lift forces into the torsion box understructure and not the body, reducing the risk of damaging the body during lifting operations. If you need the industry’s best-in-class Mechanics Truck compatible with class seven chassis, choose Knapheide’s KMT2 Mechanics Truck.
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Crane truck packages for rugged field maintenance
6 Year Limited Warranty guaranteeing no body rust-through, intact shelving, and fully operable door hinges, latches, and locks when used as directed.
Constructed from 12 and 20-gauge, A-40 galvanneal steel for unmatched strength and durability.
Hydraulic crane with 30-foot reach, 12,000 lb. lifting capacity, and outriggers included.
All inclusive package with multi-surface bedliner, drawer units, storage containers, work lighting, and more.
Designed for Class 6 through 8 dual rear wheel cab chassis.
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Steel KMT2 Mechanics Truck
Body Options
Compartment Lighting
Rock Guards
Telescopic Sliding Roof
Power Locks
Codeable Padlock
Aluminum Mechanics Drawers
Steel Mechanics Drawers
Vise
Add-ons
All-In-One Mobile Power Systems
Power Take Off Units
Power Inverters
Welders
Grill Guards
Steps
Liftgates
Trailer Hitches
Winches
Bed Cargo Slides
Backup Alarms
Salt Spreaders and Brine Sprayers
Snow Plows
Fuel Transfer Tanks
Lube Skids
Steel KMT2 Mechanics Truck
Features
E-Coat Immersion
Knapheide Bodies are fully immersed in Knapheide's 12-step, electrodeposition prime paint system for superior corrosion resistance.
Body Shell
Rugged 14-gauge, two-sided A-40 galvanneal steel body shell with a six year warranty. Complete undercoating provides an additional layer of corrosion protection.
Undercoat
Under side of body receives additional corrosion protection with Knapheide's water-based undercoat.
LED Tail Lights
These surface mounted rectangular tail lights feature bright LED illumination, stop/turn/backup signaling, and built-in reflectivity with an option available upon request for strobing functionality with 8 selectable pattern choices. Guards inside the rear compartments protect interior wiring and other related components. The tail light’s housing, orientation and placement on the body may vary.
T-Handles
3 point T-Handles ensure your compartment doors stay closed and are individually lockable. Interior latching mechanisms include covers to prevent potential damage caused by shifting cargo inside. Locking can be facilitated via the included key entry feature and/or a power lock option available upon request.
Door Design
All compartment doors utilize pry-proof continuous hinges, weather protecting neoprene door seals, adjustable security ring striker for tighter closing, and spring or strut retainers to prevent involuntary door swing. Steel models are constructed of double-shell 20-guage, two-sided A-40 galvanneal steel while aluminum models are made from 6061 T6 and 5052 military grade aluminum.
External Compartments
The size of compartments is influenced by the cab-to-axle length of the vehicle chassis or cutaway and the body height you plan to choose. Consult our specifications table for further guidance. Front vertical compartments have two shelves while full height rear vertical and curb side horizontal compartments have one shelf. Each adjustable shelf is rated to hold 250-lbs. with removable dividers every 4-inches.
Hydraulic Crane
12,000 lb. maximum lifting capacity and 30' hydraulic reach. Planetary winch speed at 60'/minute with 7/16" cable and double-acting cylinders with integral holding valves and filters. Crane comes with crane hook, snatch block, anti-two block device, boom support, RF wireless remote with back up pendant control, and in cab control panel included.
Mechanics Drawers
Street side front vertical compartment has a heavy duty 7 drawer unit with 3-3" high drawers, 3-5" high drawers, and 1-7" high drawer for organization of your tools.
Auxiliary Work Lights
4 halogen work lights installed, 1 on each rear light box, 1 at the base of the crane boom support, and 1 in the middle on top of the street side compartments.
Gas Bottle Retainer Kit
Curb side front vertical compartment has two gas bottle retainers with both the top and bottom panels vented for safe air circulation.
Cargo Area
Oversized cargo area for transporting large tools, equipment, and inventory. Commercial grade Knapliner spray-on bedliner applied to cargo floor, sides, compartment tops, bulkhead, and tailgate for maximum corrosion resistance.
Cargo Tie Downs
Six recessed cargo D-ring tie downs installed in the floor of the cargo area with a 6,000 lb. maximum capacity.
Cab Guard
Bolt-on cab guard with fully punched window for increased visibility
Strut Flex Steps
Two grip strut flex steps mounted on the bottom of the work surface bumper on both sides, allows for convenient and safe access to the cargo area.
Grab Handles
Two heavy duty aluminum grab handles located on both sides at the rear of the body for easy cargo access.
Crane Support Structure
Torq-isolator crane support system with torsion box understructure transfers force into the torsion box floor, not the side compartments eliminating the risk of damaging your crane body.
Master Locking System
Master Locking System locks down all of the side compartments on one side by utilizing a padlock, provides an additional layer of security.
Cargo Swivel Hooks
Two swivel hooks located in the curb side front vertical compartment, hooks pivot 180 degrees and can be used to hang equipment.
Small Part Storage Containers
Organizational unit located in the street side horizontal compartment for small parts and tool storage.
Work Surface Bumper
21" (KMT1), 24" (KMT2), or 28" (KMT3) work surface bumper with lockable through compartment operated by stainless steel T-handles.
Outriggers
Two hydraulic out and hydraulic down outriggers located at the rear of the crane body for stabilization during crane operations.
Compressor
35 CFM hydraulic rotary screw compressor with 50' x 1/2" hose reel and roller fairlead through the street side rear vertical compartment, FLR system and underbody air tank included.
Tailgate
16" high double panel slam latch tailgate with center latch and flat space for displaying company graphics.
Body Options
Compartment Lighting
Rock Guards
Telescopic Sliding Roof
Power Locks
Codeable Padlock
Aluminum Mechanics Drawers
Steel Mechanics Drawers
Vise
Compartment Lighting
LED strip lighting ideal for Service, Utility or Gooseneck body. Controlled and operated via vehicle up fitter switch. Switch kit and door activated switch kits also available. Multiple lengths available.
Rock Guards
Aluminum trim added to front corners of Service Body for increased aesthetic. Aluminum treadplate option available.
Telescopic Sliding Roof
Designed to protect the contents of your cargo area from theft. Available in two or three piece section.
Power Locks
Available option for Service Bodies and KUV models using Ford E-Series or GM Express/Savana cutaway chassis. Standard feature on KUV models using Ford Transit or Ram ProMaster cutaway chassis. Integration with chassis keyless entry system (if equipped) allows for both body and cab to be operated with chassis key fob.
Codeable Padlock
Padlock learns your vehicle ignition key code and eliminates the need to carry both ignition key and padlock key. Pairing these devices with the master locking system is the most popular application.
Aluminum Mechanics Drawers
Aluminum alloy construction manufactured by C-Tech. Available in multiple configurations. Rated for maximum of 250 lbs. Appearance may vary.
Steel Mechanics Drawers
Steel construction, 7-drawer cabinet available in multiple configurations.
Vise
Choose from leading vise brand names and numerous mounting locations.
Add-ons
All-In-One Mobile Power Systems
Power Take Off Units
Power Inverters
Welders
Grill Guards
Steps
Liftgates
Trailer Hitches
Winches
Bed Cargo Slides
Backup Alarms
Salt Spreaders and Brine Sprayers
Snow Plows
Fuel Transfer Tanks
Lube Skids
All-In-One Mobile Power Systems
Multiple jobsite tools converge into a self-contained unit that generates compressed air, electric power, and welding capabilities with some models supporting hydraulic output and battery charging.
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.
Power Inverters
Convert conventional direct current (DC) supplied by the vehicle's battery into alternating current (AC), enabling the mobile operation and charging of corded electrical tools and various devices.
Welders
Conduct on-site repair, maintenance, and fabrication of metal components, employing the welding method demanded by your application, using either a fuel or engine-driven system.
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.
Liftgates
Efficiently and safely elevate heavy or oversized items via a platform from ground level to the cargo area of a vehicle, eliminating the necessity for manual lifting or forklift use.
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.
Bed Cargo Slides
Eliminate the necessity to stretch, bend, or crawl into your truck bed or cargo area by employing a rail-mounted platform that smoothly slides out, allowing easy retrieval of contents inside.
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.
Fuel Transfer Tanks
Hold surplus fuel, available in tanks of varying capacity, and dispense as necessary for refilling vehicles, heavy machinery or other equipment for own use or as a service to others.
Lube Skids
These portable, compact units store and apply lubricating oil and grease to the mechanical components of machinery and equipment, particularly useful in remote areas where maintenance is necessary.