The Best Dump Truck Bed for Heavy Duty Applications

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.

  • 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.

Specifications

  • Standard Models

    ModelNominal LengthWidthNet Weight
    Heavy Drop Side Contractor Bodies
    GCDH-120B-P12'94"1943
    GCDH-140B-P14'94"2555
    GCDH-150B-P15'94"2702
    GCDH-160B-P16'94"2848
    GCDH-180B-P18'94"3146