Trucks / Lorries for sale

Used Trucks

HGVs (Heavy Goods Vehicles) and LGVs (Large Goods Vehicles) cater to diverse transport needs, requiring specialized licenses and certifications for operation, especially for heavy loads and hazardous materials.

Licenses and Classes:

• HGV/LGV License: For vehicles over 3,500 kg gross weight.
• Class 1 (C+E): For vehicles over 7.5 tonnes with detachable trailers.
• Class 2 (C): For vehicles over 7.5 tonnes with fixed cabs.
• C1/C1+E: For vehicles between 3,500–7,500 kg, with or without trailers.
• Category D: For passenger vehicles like buses.
• ADR: Required for dangerous goods transport.

Truck Types and Attachments:

• Tipper trucks, crane trucks, and vehicles with loader cranes, tailgates, or mounted forklifts.

Key Brands:
Renowned brands include DAF, Iveco, MAN, Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, and Scania.

Lorry v.s. Truck

In Europe, the terminology for heavy goods vehicles varies between countries but generally aligns closer to the British term "lorry" or the universal "truck." Many Europeans use "truck" as an adopted term due to its prevalence in international trade and the influence of the English language, especially in the logistics and transport industries.

While local terms exist, "truck" is increasingly used as a shared term across European countries, especially in multilingual or cross-border contexts. This reflects the growing standardization in transport terminology within the European Union.