Lorry Dimension & Size

Looking for a transportation vehicle but confused on the different type of lorry dimensions and size of trucks available in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor?

There are various types of lorry that come with different dimensions, from a small van to a 24 feet trailer.

Listed in the table below are the general measurements (length, height, width, maximum load weight limit)  and overall body dimensions/inner dimensions of the different types of trucks available depending on your purpose or requirements.

Standard Lorry Dimension by Capacity

Conversions: 1 foot is 12 inches;  1 meter is 3.028 foot

1 Ton Lorry

With/Without Tailgate
  • Height :2.8m
  • Width: 1.65m
  • Length:3.20m
  • Inner Height:1.9m
  • Details:
  • – Light duty truck, small capacity
  • – Built to transport light items
  • – Most popular for small goods transportation
  • – Able to choose with or without tailgate
  • – Low fuel consumption

2 Ton Lorry

With/Without Tailgate
  • Height :3.4m
  • Width: 2.00m
  • Length:4.30m
  • Inner Height:2.4m
  • Details:
  • – Medium duty truck
  • – Suitable for family home moving
  • – Cat fit most home appliances and tall furniture
  • – Also provides more room and protection for larger sized goods

4 Ton Lorry

With Tailgate
  • Height :3.0m
  • Width: 2.00m
  • Length:7.40m
  • Inner Height:2.20m
  • Details:
  • – Medium and heavy duty truck
  • – Suitable for transportation of large amount of goods or furniture
  • – Provides good protection for goods
  • – Tailgate feature enables easier loading or unloading

5 Ton Lorry

With Tailgate
  • Height :3.63m
  • Width: 2.35m
  • Length:7.50m
  • Inner Height:2.36m
  • Details:
  • – Heavy duty truck with large capacity
  • – Suitable for delivery of large bulky goods or furniture
  • – Provides good protection for goods
  • – Tailgate feature enables easier loading or unloading
  • – Option of container box type or canvas type lorry

10 Ton Lorry

With Tailgate
  • Height :3.50m
  • Width: 2.40m
  • Length:7.60m
  • Inner Height:2.30m
  • Details:
  • – Heavy duty truck with huge capacity
  • – Used for transporting huge volume or large bulky cargo (eg concrete or steel)
  • – Provides good protection and safety for big item freight
  • – Use tailgate for easier loading or unloading

How to Choose The Lorry Type and Dimension?

A common question our customers usually ask us is how to determine the correct lorry size and dimension. We can help you if you with some tips below if do not have prior experience in moving.

  • King size bed does not fit in a 1 ton lorry because it measures 6 x 6 feet, which is larger than the width and height of a 1 ton truck.
  • A sofa set of 3 + 2 + 1 will occupy half the space of a 1 ton truck. So there would not be much space left for other furniture in case. The remainder of space can be filled up by a shelf, a four-seater dining table, a refrigerator, a washing machine or a single bed.
  • The height and width of a wardrobe has to be considered, whether it can fit the lorry dimension and doorways of your old and new home. If not, it needs to be disassembled and reassembled during the move.
  • A 1 ton lorry can fit the following items if stacked correctly. If there are more items than those below, it is recommended to get a larger sized truck.
    • 1 dismantled bed
    • 1 dismantled two door wardrobe
    • 1 study table
    • 1 office chair
    • 1 single door refrigerator
    • 1 washing machine
    • 1 dressing table
    • 10 boxes
  • A point to consider is the height of the truck as some places have height restrictions on the loading bay for high rise buildings. If this applies, the lorry will be required to park outside and use trolley to move the furniture around. So be sure to find out if any restrictions or regulations apply inside the building. 
  • Below are the recommended lorry dimension and number of movers required for your move.

– For flat with elevator – 1 tonne lorry with 2 movers 

– For apartment or condominium with elevator or terrace house – 3 tonne lorry (14 feet) with 3 or more movers

– For semi detached house, townhouse or bungalow – 3 tonne lorry (17 feet) with 3 or more movers

Can’t seem to find a truck that fit your requirements? Contact us for more information to cater to your specific requirements. We provide lorry rental service of various dimensions to suit your needs.