What Is the Container of a Semi Truck Called?

Semi-trucks, also known as tractor-trailers, are large trucks used to transport goods over long distances. These vehicles are essential to the transportation industry and have become a recognizable symbol of the American highway system.

The container of a semi-truck is called a trailer. The trailer is the large box-like structure attached to the back of the truck’s cab.

It is typically made out of metal and has two sets of doors at either end for loading and unloading goods. The trailer is usually painted with a company’s logo or name, and is often referred to as a ‘reefer’ (a shortening of refrigerated cargo trailer).

The trailer can be equipped with different types of features. Some trailers are refrigerated, meaning that they have cooling systems installed in them to keep goods at a certain temperature during transit.

Other trailers may be equipped with specialized ramps or hydraulic lift gates that make it easier to load and unload heavy cargo. There may also be special storage compartments within the trailer for small items or additional equipment.

When loaded, semi-trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds or more due to the weight of their cargo. To ensure that these vehicles remain safe on the road, they must be inspected regularly by mechanics and certified by the Department of Transportation (DOT). This includes making sure that all parts of the truck—including its trailer—are in good condition.

Conclusion:

The container of a semi-truck is referred to as a trailer. It is typically made out of metal and has two sets of doors at either end for loading and unloading goods.

Trailers come in different configurations depending on their purpose—some are refrigerated while others have specialized ramps or hydraulic lift gates installed. All trailers must undergo regular inspections by mechanics and certification by the Department of Transportation in order for semi-trucks to remain safe on the road.

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Karen Watkins