AVAILABLE BODY SIZES
| BODY OUTSIDE LENGTH | BODY INSIDE LENGTH |
| 12´6½” | 144½” |
| 14´6½” | 168½” |
| 16´6½” | 192½” |
| 18´6½” | 216½” |
| 20´6½” | 240½” |
| 22´6½” | 264½” |
| 24´6½” | 288½” |
| 26´6½” | 312½” |
| 28´6½” | 336½” |
standard package summary
| DRY FREIGHT | |
| 3˝ Cross-members on16˝ centers on bodies 16' & shorter and 3"crossmembers on 12" centers for bodies 18' & longer. All steel crossmembers have full perimeter steel bands for strength. 4" structural longitudinal body sills maximize body strength. | ● |
| Z-shaped side posts on 16" centers maximize contact points to exterior side panels and interior cargo control. 3/8" plywood lining on walls reduces possibility of damage from shifting loads. | ● |
| Galvanized anti-snag roof bows support roof and protect interior cargo from snags. While the .032aluminum one piece roof sheet eliminates the concern of water entry. | ● |
| 3/16" solid rivets spaced 2˝ apart on end panel seams and 3/16" solid rivets spaced 4" apart on center panels. | ● |
| .040 Aluminum, pre-painted white side sheets provide corrosion resistance while galvanneal rear frame maximizes integrity and corrosion resistance. Complete body undercoating also included. | ● |
| 5˝ Radius extruded aluminum front corner posts and 12" aerodynamic radius front reduce wind drag while enhancing body integrity. | ● |
| Standard fully lined 3/8" plywood walls | ● |
| Premium Rear roll-up door includes 2" nylon rollers and 1-1/8˝hardwood floor with flush to floor rear entry on body sizes 18’ – 26’ eliminates body entry concern and provides maximum floor space. | ● |
| Each cross sill is tied together with full perimeter band for maximum torsional strength | ● |
| Complete body undercoating | ● |
| Front cast aluminum corner posts for maximum durability | ● |
| Galvanealed steel rear frame with internal gusseting | ● |
| Full width moisture trough with weep holes at rear of body | ● |
| ICC bumper | ● |
| Two Grab Handles | ● |
| Recessed Tail Lights | ● |
| 5-Year Limited Warranty | ● |
Van Bodies
» Dry Freight
| Composite Floor and Wall Panel Construction | 10 Gauge Steel Floor and Wall Construction | Weight Savings | |
| 10’ | 1750lbs | 2237lbs | -487 lbs |
| 12’ | 2,100 lbs. | 2,684 lbs. | -584 lbs. |
| 14’ | 2,450 lbs. | 3,131 lbs. | -681 lbs. |
| 16’ | 2,800 lbs. | 3,578 lbs. | -778 lbs. |
Weights represented reflect standard body specifications, standard bulkhead and standard cab shield.
Built to Deliver
Rugged American dry freight van bodies by The Reading Group are built utilizing the latest manufacturing processes, and are held to the same high quality standards as all TRG products. The Rugged American dry freight body is unmatched in durability and performance. Its rugged, watertight design and construction features superior materials.
The Rugged American dry freight is available with a wide range of options to fit any application and is covered with a 5-year limited warranty.
***Bodies shown with optional equipment