Bolster Truck

Item Name Code (INC) 14659

Combat, Assault, and Tactical Vehicles, Wheeled: Federal Supply Class: FSC 2355; NATO Supply Classification Class: NSC 2355
Ground Effect Vehicles, Motor Vehicles, Trailers, and Cycles: Federal Supply Group: FSG 23; NATO Supply Classification Group: NSG 23
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A truck equipped with a cradlelike support, fixed or swivel, mounted horizontally on the chassis frame. It is designed for transporting long or irregularly shaped loads, such as poles, logs, pipes, or structural members.

Additional Information for Bolster Truck

A bolster truck, also known as a bolster trailer or bolster carrier, is a type of specialized truck used in the transportation industry. It is designed to carry long and heavy loads, such as steel coils, pipes, lumber, or other oversized items that cannot be easily transported on a standard flatbed truck.

The main feature of a bolster truck is its bolster bed, which consists of a series of parallel beams or rollers that run the length of the trailer. These beams or rollers provide support and stability for the load being transported. The bolster bed can be adjusted to accommodate different load sizes and shapes.

Bolster trucks often have a low deck height to facilitate loading and unloading of heavy cargo. They may also have additional features such as winches, ramps, or hydraulic systems to assist with the loading and securing of the cargo.

Overall, bolster trucks are essential in industries that require the transportation of long and heavy loads. They provide a safe and efficient means of transporting oversized items that would otherwise be difficult or impossible to move using conventional trucks.