Tri axle day cab trucks for sale

Used Day Cab Trucks (Conventional)

Our day cab heavy duty tractors – also known as conventional day cab trucks, semi trucks, semi tractors, big rigs – are available as single or tandem drive axles but without a sleeper area. Typical inventory: Freightliner Columbia trucks, International 8600 trucks.

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Enjoy Short Rides in a Day Cab Semi-Truck

There are two essential types of semi-trucks; day cab trucks and sleepers. Basically, a day cab is for short distance truck driving, and a sleeper would be for overnight hauls when youd need a spot to catch a few winks before moving onto your next destination. For the trucker who is never more than a days drive from home, browse eBays selections of day cabs in conditions ranging from new to used to certified pre-owned for the model that falls into your budget.

Features of Day Cab Trucks

Shorter and smaller than other types of trucks, day cabs still have lots to offer when youre hauling freight from city to city. Companies like Kenworth, Mack, and Freightliner offer up numerous features to enhance your driving experience and increase your comfort level.

• One of the biggest differences between sleepers and day cab designs is that theres a window on the back of the cab. A sleeper doesnt have a window. Its a small thing, but it can make a big difference when it comes to visibility during the day or nighttime.
• The overall design of a day cab is smaller, more compact, and shorter, making parking your truck a breeze compared to trying to navigate and turn a giant sleeper semi into a spot.
• Since the day cab isnt meant for long distances or heavy freight compared to larger trucks, that also means they are not as powerful when it comes to the engine, which may take some getting used to if you havent had much experience with these trucks.

How Do You Choose a Truck?

Just like when you shop for any vehicle, there are considerations youll have to make. Youll select a make and model, decide on a new or pre-owned vehicle, and pick which features are important to you in order to get just the right day cab for the task.

• Consider suspension, which affects how bumpy your ride is. There are two different kinds of suspension to select from, including air and spring. Air suspension is a bit more versatile and adjusts to accommodate your load, while old-fashioned and more traditional spring doesnt customize to your cargo. Both kinds are functional, but it may depend on what youre driving and what youre hauling.
• Select from automatic or manual transmission based on your own comfort level since youll be distance driving.
• Tire size and fuel type are two other factors that will affect your ride along with your expense. Diesel typically costs more than gasoline, and both options are available in a day cab. Tire sizes vary from smaller 15-inch to larger 20-inch options and larger, depending on the size of your day cab.

What Models and Makes Are Available?

When it comes to purchasing this type of truck, there are many standout brands, such as Ford. Other brands may offer different features, and you may want to select a model year based on your budget and needs.

• International is a known brand thats gained a reputation. Check into the single-axle DT-466.
• Peterbilt is known for quality, and their day cabs are no exception. One model to think about is the 8600 tandem axle design.
• Look into what Volvo has to offer, such as the 2012 model VNL42T300, which is automatic with air suspension.

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