What Is Dry Van Freight?
Dry van is the most common mode of truck freight in North America. These fully enclosed, non-refrigerated trailers protect cargo from rain, wind, road debris, and tampering while in transit. The "dry" designation distinguishes them from refrigerated (reefer) trailers — they maintain ambient temperature without active temperature control.
Standard dry van trailers measure 53 feet long, 8'6" wide, and 9'2" tall inside, offering approximately 2,680 cubic feet of cargo space and a payload capacity of up to 44,000–46,000 lbs. Freight is loaded on pallets or in boxes and secured with load bars and strapping.
What We Move in Dry Van
Consumer & Retail Goods
Packaged products, apparel, household goods, and general merchandise destined for distribution centers and retail stores.
Paper & Printing Products
Rolls, sheets, printed materials, and packaging components requiring clean, dry, enclosed transport.
Manufactured Parts
Automotive components, electronics assemblies, and industrial parts that need protection from weather and road debris.
Non-Refrigerated Food
Canned goods, dry goods, bagged products, and non-perishable food items in food-grade clean trailers.
Electronics & Tech
Packaged electronics, appliances, and technology equipment that require secure, weather-tight transport conditions.
Health & Personal Care
Consumer health products, pharmaceuticals (ambient), and personal care goods requiring sanitary transport.
A Note on Temperature-Sensitive Cargo
Dry van trailers maintain ambient temperature — they do not heat or cool the trailer interior. For cargo that must remain within a specific temperature range (fresh or frozen food, pharmaceuticals, biologics), a refrigerated (reefer) trailer is required. If you're unsure whether your freight requires temperature control, our team can help you assess the right equipment. Contact us before booking if you have temperature concerns.
Why Choose BKE for Dry Van
Consistent On-Time Delivery
Our routing and dispatch process is built around your delivery windows. We track every load actively and communicate before issues arise.
Vetted Carrier Network
Every carrier in our dry van network is thoroughly vetted — safety scores, insurance verification, equipment inspections, and driver records.
Competitive, Transparent Pricing
No surprise fees, no hidden accessorials. Our quotes are detailed and honest so you can plan your logistics budget confidently.
Flexible Capacity
Need a truck next week? Next month? We offer spot market quotes and contract rates for shippers with predictable volume needs.
Ready to Ship Dry Van?
Share your shipment details — origin, destination, freight dimensions, weight, and desired pickup date. Our team will provide a competitive, no-obligation dry van rate quickly.