Flatbed Trucks for Sale - Ideal for Hauling Equipment & Materials
Flatbed trucks give you an open, level deck that's perfect for moving construction materials, heavy machinery, palletized freight and other oversized loads that won't fit inside an enclosed body. Their unobstructed platforms make crane or forklift loading fast and safe, and optional sides or stakes let you secure irregular cargo on the road.
Common Flatbed Body Styles
- Traditional flatbed — no sides or roof; maximum access for loading.
- Drop‑side — low hinged sides fold down to accept pallets.
- Stake body — removable stake racks partition the deck for mixed cargo; see our stake‑bed truck listings for dedicated inventory.
Weight Classes & GVWR Guide
- Class 5 — 16,001 – 19,500 lb GVWR
- Class 6 — 19,501 – 26,000 lb GVWR
- Class 7 — 26,001 – 33,000 lb GVWR
- Class 8 — 33,001 lb GVWR & above
Choosing Deck Length & Shape
Square 12–16 ft platforms excel in tight jobsites and hot‑shot work, while the more common 24–26 ft rectangular beds handle machinery, steel, and lumber on regional hauls. Stretch decks up to 30 ft serve pipe, modular buildings and other long freight. Compare suspension type, rear‑axle ratio and hoist options if dump capability is required.
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Flatbed Truck Buyer FAQs
What class of truck is a flatbed?
Most highway‑legal flatbeds are Class 7–8 chassis with a GVWR above 26,000 lbs. Lighter Class 5–6 stake‑ or platform trucks handle local deliveries and often avoid CDL requirements.
How much weight can a flatbed haul?
A tandem‑axle Class 8 with a 24 ft steel deck typically carries 48,000 lbs, but always check bridge‑law charts for your state before loading.
Do I need a CDL for a flatbed truck?
Yes, if the truck's GVWR exceeds 26,001 lbs or if you haul hazardous materials. Non‑CDL flatbeds under 26K are available; filter inventory by GVWR to locate them.
What platform lengths are most popular?
24 ft and 26 ft flatbeds dominate regional freight, while 12–16 ft hot‑shot bodies fit light‑ and medium-duty chassis. Longer 28–30 ft stretch decks serve oversize or pipe loads.
Aluminum vs. steel beds--pros & cons?
Aluminum resists corrosion and cuts weight by 1,500–2,000 lbs, boosting payload; steel costs less up front and handles forklift abuse better.
Typical flatbed‑truck prices (August 2025)
Late‑model used units (2019‑2022) are listing for about $33,000 – $60,000, while new 2024‑2026 flatbeds are generally priced between $70,000 – $140,000. Specialized heavy‑haul builds can exceed $170,000.