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Commercial Vehicles & Fleet Solutions

GOLTENS supplies commercial vehicles and fleet solutions according to your operational requirements, technical specifications and project or tender needs.

Trucks, light vehicles, trailers and specialized municipal vehicles, specified to your operation. Configuration, availability and lead time are confirmed during quotation.

Commercial vehicle & fleet procurement guide

GOLTENS supplies commercial vehicles according to project, fleet and operating requirements. Use this guide to match vehicle types to your operation, review the main selection considerations, and prepare the details we need to quote. Where a specialised body or fit-out is required — such as an ambulance compartment, a refuse compactor, a tank or a service body — GOLTENS can coordinate qualified body builders and specialist contractors.

This guide provides general procurement information. It is not a list of stocked vehicles or available models — the specific configuration, condition, availability and lead time are confirmed during quotation.

Choose a Vehicle by Operating Need

Typical vehicle combinations for common fleet operations. Every operation is different — use these as a starting point and confirm the final selection against your requirement.

Trucks & Light Vehicles

Rigid trucks, vans and light commercial vehicles form the core of most delivery, service and freight fleets. The right choice depends on the payload and body type, the drivetrain, and the roads the vehicle will work on every day.

Light Commercial Vehicles

A compact commercial vehicle for urban delivery, service calls and light-duty fleet work.

What it is

A light commercial vehicle is a smaller goods or service vehicle built on a light chassis, supplied as a panel van, a chassis-cab with a fitted body, or a small open-body vehicle. It is designed for frequent stops and city driving rather than heavy loads.

What it is used for

Moving light goods, tools and service equipment around towns and cities efficiently.

Typical applications
  • Last-mile and courier delivery

  • Field service and maintenance call-outs

  • Transport of light equipment and materials

  • Public-sector light-duty fleets

  • Supporting retail and distribution depots

Where it is used
  • Logistics & distribution
  • Retail & e-commerce
  • Field & technical services
  • Public-sector fleets
Selection considerations and quotation checklist
Key selection considerations
  • Body type

    Choose between an enclosed van, a chassis-cab with a fitted body, or an open body according to the cargo.

  • Payload versus volume

    Bulky but light goods call for cargo volume; dense goods call for payload.

  • Duty cycle

    Daily distance, number of stops and city or intercity use affect the engine and transmission choice.

  • Fuel type

    Match the fuel type to fuel availability on your routes and your fleet policy.

Include in your quotation request
  • Required body type and any fit-out

  • Typical load weight and volume

  • Daily operating pattern and routes

  • Preferred fuel type

  • Required quantity, delivery location and required timing

Medium & Heavy Trucks

Rigid trucks and tractor units for freight, bulk haulage and as a base for specialised bodies.

What it is

Medium and heavy trucks are built on a strong ladder-frame chassis with multiple axle configurations. They are supplied either as rigid trucks carrying their own body, or as tractor units that tow semi-trailers, and often serve as the base for tipper, box, tank or mixer bodies.

What it is used for

Carrying heavier loads over longer distances, and carrying purpose-built bodies for specific operations.

Typical applications
  • General and bulk freight

  • Construction material haulage

  • Regional distribution

  • Chassis for tipper, box, tank and mixer bodies

  • Industrial and quarry site transport

Where it is used
  • Logistics & distribution
  • Construction & contracting
  • Quarries & mining
  • Industrial & manufacturing
Selection considerations and quotation checklist
Key selection considerations
  • Rigid truck or tractor unit

    A rigid truck carries its own body; a tractor unit gives flexibility to tow different trailers.

  • Axle and drive configuration

    Axle arrangement and driven axles depend on the load, the terrain and on- or off-road use.

  • Body compatibility

    Where a specialised body is fitted, the chassis must match the body builder's requirements.

  • Permitted loads on your routes

    Confirm the axle-load and dimension limits that apply to the roads the truck will use.

Include in your quotation request
  • Rigid truck or tractor unit

  • Cargo type, typical load and routes

  • Required body, if any

  • Axle and drive configuration, if specified

  • Required quantity, delivery location and required timing

Pickup Trucks

A cab with an open rear bed, in two- or four-wheel drive, for site access and light loads.

What it is

A pickup truck combines a passenger cab — single, extended or double — with an open cargo bed. Four-wheel-drive versions are widely used where crews need to reach sites over unpaved or rough ground.

What it is used for

Transporting small crews, tools and light loads to sites, including off-road locations.

Typical applications
  • Site supervision and field service

  • Utility and public-sector fleets

  • Oil and gas field support

  • Access to remote and rural sites

  • Light towing

Where it is used
  • Construction & contracting
  • Utility networks
  • Oil, gas & fuel distribution
  • Agriculture
  • Public-sector fleets
Selection considerations and quotation checklist
Key selection considerations
  • Two- or four-wheel drive

    Four-wheel drive suits unpaved, sandy or rough ground; two-wheel drive suits paved routes.

  • Cab type

    Balance the number of crew seats against the length of the cargo bed.

  • Payload and towing

    Check bed payload and towing needs against the tools, equipment and trailers used.

  • Bed accessories

    Canopies, racks and service boxes adapt the vehicle to its daily tasks.

Include in your quotation request
  • Drive type and operating terrain

  • Cab type and number of crew

  • Typical load and any towing requirement

  • Bed accessories required

  • Required quantity, delivery location and required timing

Delivery & Cargo Vans

An enclosed van for protected goods delivery and mobile workshop or service use.

What it is

A cargo van is an enclosed goods vehicle offered in several wheelbase and roof-height combinations, with side and rear doors. The load area can be fitted with shelving, partitions or a workshop layout.

What it is used for

Delivering goods that need protection from weather and theft, and carrying mobile service teams with their equipment.

Typical applications
  • Parcel and courier delivery

  • Retail and e-commerce distribution

  • Mobile workshops and service vans

  • Light transfers between depots

  • Trade and technical service fleets

Where it is used
  • Retail & e-commerce
  • Logistics & distribution
  • Field & technical services
Selection considerations and quotation checklist
Key selection considerations
  • Load volume and payload

    Wheelbase and roof height set the load volume; check it alongside the payload.

  • Door configuration

    Side and rear door options affect loading at kerbs, docks and loading bays.

  • Interior fit-out

    Shelving, partitions and securing points should match the goods or tools carried.

  • Urban operation

    Vehicle size, manoeuvrability and access restrictions in city centres matter.

Include in your quotation request
  • Required load volume and typical load weight

  • Door configuration

  • Interior fit-out required

  • Operating area and routes

  • Required quantity, delivery location and required timing

Utility Trucks

A truck chassis fitted with a service body or mounted equipment for maintenance and utility work.

What it is

A utility truck combines a truck chassis with a service body — flatbed, dropside, box body or a mounted lifting unit — often with a power take-off to drive the mounted equipment. Bodies and mounted equipment are usually fitted by specialised body builders.

What it is used for

Carrying crews, tools and mounted equipment to maintenance and service work in the field.

Typical applications
  • Maintenance and repair crew support

  • Power, water and telecom network work

  • Field service for industrial equipment

  • Municipal works support

  • Carrying mounted lifting equipment

Where it is used
  • Utility networks
  • Municipal & public services
  • Industrial & manufacturing
  • Field & technical services
Selection considerations and quotation checklist
Key selection considerations
  • Service body type

    The body is chosen around the tools, materials and equipment the crew carries.

  • Mounted equipment

    Mounted units may need a power take-off and a chassis rated for the added weight.

  • Chassis size and drive

    Match the chassis and drive to the body, the equipment and the sites served.

  • Body building

    Specialised bodies are built by qualified body builders, which GOLTENS can coordinate when required.

Include in your quotation request
  • Service body and any mounted equipment required

  • Tools and materials to be carried

  • Operating sites and terrain

  • Crew size

  • Required quantity, delivery location and required timing

Trailers & Transport Equipment

Semi-trailers are towed by a tractor unit and are selected around the cargo: open decks for general and long loads, tanks for liquids, insulated bodies for temperature-controlled goods, and low decks for heavy machinery.

Flatbed Trailers

An open-deck semi-trailer for general cargo, machinery and long loads.

What it is

A flatbed trailer has an open load deck without sides or roof, with fittings for securing the load. It can be loaded from the sides, the rear or from above by crane or forklift.

What it is used for

Carrying cargo that is long, bulky or needs to be loaded from the side or from above.

Typical applications
  • Palletised and general cargo

  • Machinery and equipment

  • Construction materials

  • Steel, pipes and long-length items

Where it is used
  • Logistics & distribution
  • Construction & contracting
  • Industrial & manufacturing
Selection considerations and quotation checklist
Key selection considerations
  • Deck length and height

    Deck length, and whether a lower drop-deck is needed, depend on the cargo dimensions.

  • Axle configuration

    The number of axles follows the load and the limits on your routes.

  • Load securing

    Stake pockets, side rails and lashing points should suit the cargo carried.

  • Tractor compatibility

    Confirm the coupling and dimensions against the tractor units in your fleet.

Include in your quotation request
  • Cargo types and typical dimensions

  • Typical load and routes

  • Load-securing requirements

  • Tractor units the trailer must match

  • Required quantity, delivery location and required timing

Tanker Trailers

A semi-trailer with a tank for transporting fuel, water and other liquids in bulk.

What it is

A tanker trailer carries liquid in a tank mounted on a semi-trailer chassis, single or divided into compartments. The tank material, lining and fittings are selected for the liquid carried.

What it is used for

Moving large volumes of liquid over longer distances, towed by a tractor unit.

Typical applications
  • Bulk fuel distribution

  • Industrial liquids, with a compatible tank

  • Potable and non-potable water

  • Food-grade liquids, with a suitable tank lining

Where it is used
  • Oil, gas & fuel distribution
  • Industrial & manufacturing
  • Utility networks
  • Food & beverage
Selection considerations and quotation checklist
Key selection considerations
  • Liquid and tank compatibility

    Tank material and lining must be compatible with the liquid carried.

  • Compartments

    Multiple compartments allow different products, or part loads, in one trip.

  • Loading and discharge

    Top or bottom loading and the discharge method should match your terminals and sites.

  • Applicable transport rules

    Transport of fuel and hazardous liquids is subject to specific rules; confirm those that apply to your operation.

Include in your quotation request
  • Liquid to be carried

  • Required capacity and number of compartments

  • Loading and discharge method

  • Transport requirements that apply to your operation

  • Required quantity, delivery location and required timing

Refrigerated Trailers

An insulated semi-trailer with a refrigeration unit for temperature-controlled cargo.

What it is

A refrigerated trailer has an insulated body and a refrigeration unit that holds the load at a set temperature. Some designs offer separate compartments at different temperatures.

What it is used for

Keeping perishable and temperature-sensitive goods within their required range during transport.

Typical applications
  • Fresh food and beverage distribution

  • Frozen goods

  • Pharmaceutical cold-chain transport

  • Temperature-sensitive industrial goods

Where it is used
  • Food & beverage
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Logistics & distribution
Selection considerations and quotation checklist
Key selection considerations
  • Temperature range

    Chilled and frozen goods need different refrigeration and insulation performance.

  • Single or multi-temperature

    Mixed loads may need separate compartments held at different temperatures.

  • Route and climate

    Journey length, door openings and high ambient temperatures affect the unit's sizing.

  • Temperature records

    Some products require temperature monitoring and records during transport.

Include in your quotation request
  • Products to be carried and required temperature range

  • Single or multi-temperature requirement

  • Typical routes and journey times

  • Any temperature-monitoring requirement

  • Required quantity, delivery location and required timing

Lowbed Trailers

A low-deck trailer for transporting heavy machinery and tall or oversized loads.

What it is

A lowbed trailer has a deck set close to the ground, which keeps tall loads within height limits. Fixed or detachable goosenecks and loading ramps allow machinery to be driven or lifted on board.

What it is used for

Relocating construction machinery and moving heavy or oversized items between sites.

Typical applications
  • Construction and earthmoving machinery

  • Moving cranes and excavators between sites

  • Oversized and abnormal loads

  • Project cargo

Where it is used
  • Heavy equipment & project cargo
  • Construction & contracting
  • Quarries & mining
Selection considerations and quotation checklist
Key selection considerations
  • Machine weight and dimensions

    The heaviest and tallest machines to be carried determine the deck and axle arrangement.

  • Loading method

    Detachable goosenecks and ramps suit machines that drive on; others are lifted on.

  • Tractor capability

    The tractor unit must be rated for the combined weight it will pull.

  • Oversized-load requirements

    Oversized moves may need permits or escorts; confirm what applies to your routes.

Include in your quotation request
  • Machines or loads to be carried, with weights and dimensions

  • Preferred loading method

  • Tractor units available or required

  • Typical routes

  • Required quantity, delivery location and required timing

Heavy Duty Trailers

Trailers for demanding haulage work, specified according to the cargo, operating cycle and route.

What it is

"Heavy duty trailers" is a general procurement term rather than a single trailer design. The exact configuration is determined according to the cargo type, operating cycle, axle arrangement, route and project requirements, and is confirmed during quotation.

What it is used for

Haulage requirements that need a trailer specified around the cargo, the operating cycle and the route.

Typical applications
  • Bulk material haulage

  • Industrial and project logistics

  • Quarry and mining support transport

  • Construction project transport

Where it is used
  • Quarries & mining
  • Industrial & manufacturing
  • Construction & contracting
Selection considerations and quotation checklist
Key selection considerations
  • Cargo type

    Describe the material or items to be carried and how they are loaded.

  • Operating cycle

    How often and how continuously the trailer will work affects the configuration.

  • Axle arrangement and route

    The axle arrangement is selected according to the load and the routes the trailer will use.

  • Project requirements

    Any requirement set by your project or specification is reviewed and the configuration is confirmed during quotation.

Include in your quotation request
  • Cargo type and how it is loaded

  • Typical load and operating cycle

  • Routes and site conditions

  • Tractor units the trailer must match

  • Required quantity, delivery location and required timing

Specialized & Municipal Vehicles

Specialized vehicles combine a commercial chassis with a purpose-built body or fit-out for public services, utilities and emergency response. The body is usually specified by the operating authority and built by a specialised body builder — GOLTENS can coordinate qualified body builders when required.

Refuse Collection Vehicles

A truck with a compaction body for collecting household, commercial and recyclable waste.

What it is

A refuse collection vehicle carries a body that compacts waste as it is loaded, so more can be collected per trip. Bodies are loaded from the rear, the side or the front, and split bodies allow separated collection.

What it is used for

Collecting waste along municipal and commercial routes and taking it to transfer or disposal sites.

Typical applications
  • Household waste collection

  • Commercial and bulk waste collection

  • Separated recycling collection

  • Runs to transfer stations

Where it is used
  • Municipal & public services
  • Public-sector fleets
Selection considerations and quotation checklist
Key selection considerations
  • Loading type and bins

    Rear, side or front loading should match the bins and containers in use.

  • Body capacity and routes

    Body size follows route length, waste density and collection frequency.

  • Street access

    Narrow or congested streets may call for a more compact chassis.

  • Body building

    Compaction bodies are built by specialised body builders, which GOLTENS can coordinate when required.

Include in your quotation request
  • Bin and container types in use

  • Preferred loading type

  • Routes, street conditions and waste volumes

  • Separated collection requirement, if any

  • Required quantity, delivery location and required timing

Ambulances

A van-based vehicle with a patient compartment fitted to the operating authority's specification.

What it is

An ambulance is built on a van or cutaway chassis with a patient compartment. The compartment layout and medical equipment follow the specification of the operating authority and are fitted by a specialised converter.

What it is used for

Transporting patients in emergencies and between healthcare facilities.

Typical applications
  • Emergency medical response

  • Transfers between facilities

  • Remote and rural medical service

  • Medical standby at events and industrial sites

Where it is used
  • Healthcare & emergency services
  • Public-sector fleets
  • Industrial & manufacturing
Selection considerations and quotation checklist
Key selection considerations
  • Authority specification

    The compartment layout and medical equipment are defined by the operating authority's specification.

  • Base chassis

    A van or cutaway chassis is chosen for the compartment size and the equipment weight.

  • Drive and terrain

    Four-wheel drive may be needed for rough or remote service areas.

  • Fit-out

    Medical fit-out is carried out by a specialised converter, which GOLTENS can coordinate when required.

Include in your quotation request
  • The operating authority's specification

  • Required medical equipment and layout

  • Service area and road conditions

  • Drive requirement

  • Required quantity, delivery location and required timing

Fuel Tankers

A truck with a mounted fuel tank for distributing fuel and refuelling sites.

What it is

A fuel tanker is a rigid truck with a fuel tank mounted on its chassis — unlike a tanker trailer, which is towed. The tank is often divided into compartments, with a pump and meter for accountable delivery.

What it is used for

Delivering fuel to stations, sites, generators and depots, including locations a large tanker cannot reach.

Typical applications
  • Delivery to fuel stations

  • Refuelling generators and site equipment

  • Supply to remote and off-grid locations

  • Fleet depot refuelling

Where it is used
  • Oil, gas & fuel distribution
  • Construction & contracting
  • Industrial & manufacturing
Selection considerations and quotation checklist
Key selection considerations
  • Fuel grades and compartments

    The number of compartments follows the fuel grades delivered on each run.

  • Pump and metering

    Pump-assisted, metered discharge supports accountable delivery to customers.

  • Chassis size and access

    A rigid tanker reaches sites with limited access; match its size to the delivery points.

  • Applicable transport rules

    Fuel transport is subject to specific rules; confirm those that apply to your operation.

Include in your quotation request
  • Fuel grades to be carried

  • Required capacity and compartments

  • Pump and metering requirement

  • Delivery points and access conditions

  • Required quantity, delivery location and required timing

Water Tankers

A truck with a mounted water tank for site supply, dust suppression and water distribution.

What it is

A water tanker is a truck with a water tank and a discharge system — gravity, pump or spray bars. Tanks intended for drinking water need a suitable lining.

What it is used for

Supplying water to sites and communities, and spraying roads and sites to control dust.

Typical applications
  • Construction site water supply

  • Dust suppression on roads and sites

  • Municipal water distribution

  • Supporting firefighting water supply

  • Agricultural water supply

Where it is used
  • Construction & contracting
  • Municipal & public services
  • Agriculture
  • Utility networks
Selection considerations and quotation checklist
Key selection considerations
  • Water use

    Drinking water needs a suitable tank lining; construction water does not.

  • Discharge and spraying

    Choose gravity, pump or spray-bar discharge according to the task.

  • Capacity and chassis

    Tank capacity sets the chassis size; balance it against site access.

Include in your quotation request
  • Intended water use

  • Required capacity

  • Discharge and spraying requirement

  • Site and road conditions

  • Required quantity, delivery location and required timing

Street Sweeping Vehicles

A vehicle with brooms and suction for cleaning streets, roads and paved areas.

What it is

A street sweeper collects debris with mechanical brooms, vacuum suction or a regenerative-air system into an onboard hopper, using water spray to keep dust down.

What it is used for

Keeping streets, highways and paved areas clean on a regular schedule.

Typical applications
  • Municipal street cleaning

  • Highway and airport pavement sweeping

  • Construction site debris clearance

  • Seasonal leaf and debris collection

Where it is used
  • Municipal & public services
  • Roads & airports
  • Construction & contracting
Selection considerations and quotation checklist
Key selection considerations
  • Sweeping system

    Mechanical, vacuum or regenerative-air systems suit different debris and surfaces.

  • Vehicle size

    Compact sweepers suit narrow streets; larger units suit highways and wide areas.

  • Dust suppression

    Water spray capacity affects how long the sweeper can work between refills.

Include in your quotation request
  • Types of roads and surfaces to be cleaned

  • Typical debris

  • Street widths and access constraints

  • Daily working pattern

  • Required quantity, delivery location and required timing

Sewer Cleaning & Jetting Vehicles

A combination vehicle that jets and vacuums sewer and drainage lines.

What it is

A sewer cleaning vehicle combines a high-pressure water jetting system with a vacuum system and tanks for clean water and recovered waste. Jetting clears blockages; vacuum removes the debris.

What it is used for

Clearing and maintaining sewer, storm-water and drainage networks.

Typical applications
  • Sewer line jetting and cleaning

  • Storm drain and culvert maintenance

  • Manhole and grease trap cleaning

  • Emergency blockage clearance

Where it is used
  • Utility networks
  • Municipal & public services
  • Industrial & manufacturing
Selection considerations and quotation checklist
Key selection considerations
  • Network and blockage type

    Pipe diameters and typical blockages determine the jetting and vacuum performance needed.

  • Tank sizes

    Water and debris tank sizes set how much work can be done between trips.

  • Hose reach

    Hose length should cover the distances between access points on your network.

  • Body building

    Jetting and vacuum bodies are built by specialised body builders, which GOLTENS can coordinate when required.

Include in your quotation request
  • Network type and typical pipe sizes

  • Typical blockages and debris

  • Distances between access points

  • Working pattern

  • Required quantity, delivery location and required timing

What to Include in Your Fleet Quotation Request

A complete request lets us match the right vehicles and quote accurately. Include as much of the following as you can — each vehicle guide above lists the additional details specific to that type.

  • Vehicle type and required quantity

  • Required body or superstructure

  • Payload, capacity or volume requirement

  • Drivetrain requirement

  • Operating environment and duty cycle

  • Road conditions: urban, highway, off-road or desert use

  • Tender or authority requirements supplied by you

  • Compatibility with your existing fleet

  • Delivery location

  • Required delivery timing

  • Tender specifications or technical documents, where applicable

How a fleet request is handled

  1. Share your requirement

    Send the vehicle types, quantities and your specification through the quotation form on this page.

  2. Review configuration

    Our team reviews the configuration with you, including any specialised body or fit-out.

  3. Receive quotation

    You receive a quotation stating the configuration, condition, availability and lead time.

  4. Confirm supply and delivery details

    Once the quotation is accepted, supply and delivery details are confirmed with you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I request a quotation?

Use the quotation form on this page. Include the vehicle type and quantity, the operation and route conditions, and your technical specification if available — each vehicle guide lists the details that matter for that vehicle.

Are the vehicle guides on this page a list of available models?

No. The guides are general information to help you define your requirement. GOLTENS supplies commercial vehicles according to project, fleet and operating requirements; the specific configuration, condition, availability and lead time are confirmed during quotation.

Can GOLTENS arrange specialized bodies and equipment?

When a vehicle needs a specialized body or mounted equipment, GOLTENS can coordinate specialized body builders or qualified contractors when required. Describe the body or equipment you need in your quotation request.

Can I request a vehicle that isn't described on this page?

Yes. Send your requirement and our team will review it against your project, fleet and operating requirements.

What is the lead time?

Lead time depends on the specific vehicle and its configuration, including any specialized body, and is confirmed during quotation — it is not the same across all vehicles, so we always state it explicitly rather than quote a single blanket figure.