Size against size
Long wheelbase panel van vs 7.5 tonne lorry
The 7.5 tonne lorry takes loads 2.7m (9ft) longer.
Key differences
- Load length: the 7.5 tonne lorry takes loads 2.7m (9ft) longer.
| Long wheelbase panel van | 7.5 tonne lorry | |
|---|---|---|
| Load length | 3.4m | 6.1m |
| Load width | 1.7m | 2.3m |
| Load height | 1.7m | 2.4m |
| Load volume | Up to 11.3m3 | 20-30m3 |
| Payload | 1,200-1,500kg | 2,500kg |
| Licence | Category B | C1 or C |
| Moves | One-bed flat | Large commercial removals |
Sources: My Job Quote. Sizes vary a little between companies.
Pick the Long wheelbase panel van if...
Load area about 3.4m long and 1.7m wide, with a payload of 1,200-1,500kg. Typical move: one-bed flat. Licence: Category B.
Long wheelbase panel van in full →Pick the 7.5 tonne lorry if...
Load area about 6.1m long and 2.3m wide, with a payload of 2,500kg. Typical move: large commercial removals. Licence: C1 or C.
7.5 tonne lorry in full →Common questions
What is the difference between a Long wheelbase panel van and a 7.5 tonne lorry?
The 7.5 tonne lorry takes loads 2.7m (9ft) longer.
What fits in a Long wheelbase panel van?
Load area about 3.4m long and 1.7m wide, with a payload of 1,200-1,500kg. Typical move: one-bed flat. Licence: Category B.
What fits in a 7.5 tonne lorry?
Load area about 6.1m long and 2.3m wide, with a payload of 2,500kg. Typical move: large commercial removals. Licence: C1 or C.