Ryder is continuing its programme to refresh its trailer rental fleet with 160 new trailers, all fitted with full LED light systems with side repeater markers, and Microlise telematics. The tracking technology will help its customers cut fuel costs, increase security and boost efficiency, while allowing Ryder to provide more responsive mobile and on-site servicing and maintenance.
This latest investment includes 105 tri-axle and five tandem-axle urban curtainsides from SDC, and 45 tri-axle GRP box trailers and 10 tri-axle curtainsides from Cartwright. (Full specification below.)
The SDC tri-axle curtainsides are available in a variety of heights, and all come with centre mounted, staircase style rear steps and grab handles, plus night-silent reverse bleepers. The urban curtainsides, built to meet a bespoke customer requirement, feature Tridec rear steering axles.
The Cartwright box trailers include a Dhollandia 1,500kg retractable tail lift, with full rear and side folding flaps and rotating side safety rails. The tri-axle curtainsides come with three pairs of side posts, giving a 3.340m side aperture, in response to a specific customer need.
David Hunt, Vice President and Managing Director Ryder Europe, said: “We are raising our standard trailer specification, based on what customers tell us that they want, and we always aim to provide the latest technology available. The Microlise telematics fitted to our latest range of trailers will give fleet managers the operating and performance data they need to keep their assets safe and their costs under control.”
“Many of the trailers also include bespoke features which meet specific customer requirements, allowing them to improve their service offering, whilst also demonstrating Ryder's close relationship with OEMs.”
Ryder is one of the largest trailer operators in the UK with 6,100 assets, and its dedicated trailer team provide a comprehensive support service to assist customers with trailer specification, lease and rental options. Full maintenance and service is available from Ryder’s nationwide network of 29 owned locations, further supported by a dedicated mobile maintenance service, provided through Bullwell Trailer Solutions (a wholly-owned Ryder subsidiary).
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About Ryder
Ryder Europe was established in 1971 and has grown through acquisition and organic development into a sizeable force in transportation with a fleet of more than 19,800 trucks and trailers. The European business focuses on commercial vehicle rental, contract hire and maintenance operating from 29 locations with dedicated delivery solutions operating across a further 23 locations.
Ryder Europe is part of Ryder System, Inc. a Fortune 500 provider of leading-edge transportation solutions worldwide, founded in Miami, Florida in 1933.
Full Specifications
SDC 13.6m x 4.2m Tri-Axle Curtainside Trailers
- Ryder Red with logo to side and rear
- Full EN12642XL-rated body and curtains
- 3 pair of side posts giving 2.685m side aperture
- 26 internal straps on side-mounted Henderson track
- 13 pairs of recessed rave lashing rings
- Haldex braking system with roll stability and TEM auto park valve
- Full LED light system with side repeater markers
- Centre-mounted staircase-style rear step and grab handles
- Night-silent reverse bleeper
SDC 13.6m x 4.65m Tri-Axle Curtainside Trailers
- Ryder Red with logo to side and rear
- EN12642XL-rated body and curtains
- 3 pairs of side posts giving 3.125m side aperture
- 26 internal straps on side-mounted Henderson track
- 13 pairs of recessed rave lashing rings
- Haldex braking system with roll stability and TEM auto park valve
- Full LED light system with side repeater markers
- Centre-mounted staircase style rear step and grab handles
- Night-silent reverse bleeper
SDC 10.85m x 4.2m Tandem Urban Curtainside Trailers
- Ryder Red with logo to side and rear
- Full EN12642XL-rated body and curtains
- Tridec rear steering axle
- 3 pairs of side posts giving 2.705m side aperture
- 26 internal straps on side-mounted Henderson track
- 10 pair of recessed rave lashing rings
- Haldex braking system with roll stability and TEM auto park valve
- Full LED light system with side repeater markers
Cartwright 13.6m x 4.2m Tri-Axle GRP Box Trailer with Retractable Tail Lift
- Plain white with Ryder logo to side and rear
- Rear aperture height 2.590m
- 3 heights of 1806 loadlock at 600mm, 1,200mm and 1,800mm centres
- Dhollandia DH-SKS.20 1,500kg retractable tail lift with full rear / side folding flaps and rotating side safety rails
- Haldex braking system with roll stability and TEM auto park valve
- Full LED light system with side repeater markers
- Night-silent reverse bleeper
- Microlise tracking fitted
Cartwright 13.6m x 4.85m Tri-Axle Curtainside Trailers
- Ryder Red with logo to side and rear
- Full EN12642XL-rated body and curtains
- 3 pairs of side posts giving 3.340m side aperture
- 26 internal straps on side-mounted Henderson track
- 13 pairs of recessed rave lashing rings
- Haldex braking system with roll stability and TEM auto park valve
- Full LED light system with side repeater markers