S P E C I A L I Z E D   T R U C K   T Y P E S

At RoadLion Dispatch, we provide expert logistics support across a range of specialized trucking solutions, each designed to meet the dynamic demands of modern freight transportation. From the agility and speed of hotshot trucks, ideal for time-critical hauls, to the secure and versatile box trucks perfect for regional deliveries, our dispatch services are tailored to optimize efficiency. We also support power-only trucks, which offer unmatched flexibility by allowing carriers to connect with different trailer types as needed. For heavy or oversized cargo, our network includes flatbed and step deck trucks, known for their open platforms and lowered decks that safely accommodate tall or irregular loads. We also handle reefer trucks, ensuring temperature-sensitive goods arrive in perfect condition, and dry vans, the industry standard for general freight. Each truck type plays a crucial role in specialized logistics—and our dispatch expertise ensures smooth, reliable, and profitable operations for every carrier we partner with

Hotshot Truck

  • Perfect for urgent, time-sensitive deliveries

  • Typically uses a pickup truck + flatbed trailer

  • Ideal for lighter loads under 10,000 lbs

  • Faster loading and dispatch turnaround

Box Truck

  • Perfect for urgent, time-sensitive deliveries

  • Typically uses a pickup truck + flatbed trailer

  • Ideal for lighter loads under 10,000 lbs

  • Faster loading and dispatch turnaround

Power-Only Truck

  • Tractor without its own trailer

  • Connects with different trailer types: flatbed, dry van, etc.

  • Flexible for carriers and shippers with trailer assets

  • Popular in long-haul and contract jobs

Flatbed Truck

  • Open platform for oversized or irregular cargo

  • Easy loading from sides or top

  • Best for construction materials, machinery, and equipment

Step Deck Truck

  • Similar to flatbed but with lowered deck for taller cargo

  • Allows for safer height clearance

  • Ideal for transporting tractors, tall machinery, or heavy loads

Reefer Truck

  • Temperature-controlled trailers

  • For perishable goods: food, medicine, floral items

  • Can maintain temperatures from -20°C to +20°C