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Do you want a big truck to help your business grow? Picking the right specialty truck is very important! At CLW GROUP, we help people like you every day. We make trucks that fit your work. We guide you from the start to the end. Want to learn how to pick a great truck? Let’s start.
What Are Specialty Trucks?
Specialty trucks are trucks that help people do special jobs. They are also called vocational trucks. Some help with construction. Some clean streets. Some carry cars. Some pick up garbage. These trucks have special bodies. Some have cranes. Some have tanks. Every truck has a job to do.
Why You Need the Right Truck
If you pick the wrong truck, your job will be hard. It may break often. It may cost a lot. It can even get you in trouble with the law. But if you pick the right truck from CLW GROUP, your work is easy and safe. Your business makes more money.
How We Help You
We build trucks just for you! We offer:
- Customized production
- Vehicle delivery
- After-sales help
- Technical consulting
You get a truck made for your work. You get support after you buy. You win.
Know What You Need
Ask yourself these questions:
Will it move dirt like a tipper truck? Carry water? Pull other trucks?
- Payload: How much can it carry?
- Volume: How much space is in the back?
- Streets? Farms? Snowy roads? Mud?
- Check DOT, EPA, and other laws.
- Plan for more jobs or bigger jobs later.
Types of Specialty Trucks
Each job needs a special truck. Here is a quick list.
| Truck Type | What It Does | CLW Solution Example |
|---|---|---|
| Dump Truck | Carries dirt, rocks | Tipper truck for hauling |
| Mixer Truck | Mixes and carries cement | Cement mix truck |
| Water Truck | Sprays or carries water | Water tank truck |
| Tow Truck | Pulls cars, trucks | Semi tow truck |
| Flatbed Truck | Carries big things | Aluminum truck flatbed |
| Garbage Truck | Picks up trash | Rear loader garbage truck |
| Auto Transporter | Moves cars | Auto transport truck |
| Crane Truck | Lifts heavy items | Material handling cranes |
There are many more! Each one can be built your way.
Key Things to Look At
1. The Chassis
Pick a strong base. Top names like Peterbilt, Kenworth, Mack Trucks, and CLW GROUP work hard and last long. Look at the engine, too! Cummins Engine, Detroit Diesel, and PACCAR Engine keep trucks moving. Heavy trucks need tough suspensions and frames. Think about GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) for safe loads.
2. The Body and Equipment
The body holds the tools. It can be steel or aluminum. Some have cranes, tanks, liftgates, or hydraulic systems. Does your job need a boom truck or a vacuum truck? We can help you choose.
3. Power and Fuel
Do you want diesel, gas, electric, or even alternative fuel trucks? Fuel efficiency saves you money. New rules mean some trucks need special parts for clean air.
4. Safety and Comfort
Look for braking systems like air or hydraulic brakes. Trucks today have ABS, lane assist, and even telematics to track your fleet. A comfy cab means happy drivers!
New Or Used? Here’s a Table
| New Truck | Used Truck |
|---|---|
| Has newest tech & warranty | Lower up-front cost |
| Can be built to your needs | Get it fast |
| Higher starting price | May need repairs |
| Longer wait for delivery | Less time to wait |
Some used trucks are certified and come with checks and warranty.
Cost Facts
- New trucks: $35,000 to $500,000+ (see the chart below)
- Used trucks: 30%–60% less than new!
- Maintenance: $0.10 to $0.50+ per mile
- Fuel: Most trucks get between 4 to 10 mpg
Did you know? The cost to run a truck can be more than the cost to buy it!
Table: Quick Dollar Facts
| Cost Type | Range |
|---|---|
| New Light Truck | $35,000–$70,000 |
| New Heavy Truck | $150,000–$500,000 |
| Used Truck | 30%-60% Off New |
| Loan Rates | 5%–15% per year |
Reference: Industry Reports, Fleet News.
How to Buy Smart
What Comes After?
- We deliver your truck.
- We show your drivers how to use it.
- We help with repairs and upgrades.
- When you grow, we help you get the next truck.
Why CLW GROUP?
At CLW GROUP, we are more than builders. We are partners. We listen to you. We guide you. We build. We deliver. We fix. Big names like Ford Commercial Trucks, International Trucks, Volvo Trucks, and Chevrolet Commercial Trucks trust our bodies on their chassis. We check every upfitting job. We respect every state DOT law.
We keep you moving—faster, safer, cleaner.
Ready to Start?
Picking a truck is big. But not hard with us. Click here to see our specail trucks factory for all choices. See our cement mixer trucks for making roads. Need to move cars? Check custom auto transport trucks. For tough jobs, see top material handling cranes.
Need help? We offer technical consulting for free. Ask us anything. Get your custom truck quote today.
CLW GROUP: The Right Truck, Every Time.
