Artic Lorry

Artic Lorry Long-Haul Haulage

Full trailer loads and maximum capacity for long-haul UK freight and scheduled contract routes.

Ideal For
Full trailer loads
Best For
Long-haul UK routes
Capacity
Full trailer capacity

Artic Lorry Long-Haul Haulage

For full trailer loads and long-distance UK haulage, our artic lorries provide maximum capacity for businesses moving significant freight volumes. This is the top tier of our fleet, used for full pallet loads, bulk consignments and scheduled long-haul contract routes.

Artic lorries require proper loading bay access, so they're best suited to warehouse-to-warehouse and depot-based routes rather than tight urban sites — for those, our 7.5-18 tonne truck is usually the more practical choice.

Maximum Capacity

Full trailer loads for businesses moving large freight volumes in a single journey.

Long-Haul Routes

Built for demanding UK wide distances and scheduled long-distance haulage.

Contract & Scheduled Work

Suited to regular, high-volume contract haulage between fixed depot or warehouse locations.

When an Artic Lorry Is the Right Choice

For sites with tighter access or loads under 18 tonnes, our 7.5-18 tonne truck is often the more practical option.

Artic Lorry Specification

Capacity

Full trailer loads for maximum freight volume in a single journey.

Coverage

UK wide long-haul routes, including scheduled and contract haulage arrangements.

Dimensions & What Fits

Trailer Size

Standard 13.6m curtainsider trailer, up to 16.5m overall vehicle length, running at up to 44 tonnes gross weight.

Pallets

Up to 26 UK pallets or 33 Euro pallets on a single deck, loaded via the side curtain or rear doors.

Licence & Compliance

Our drivers hold a full Category C+E licence and CPC — the correct entitlement for this vehicle class.

What We Use an Artic Lorry For

Our artic fleet handles the largest, highest-volume freight moves — full trailer loads where scale genuinely matters.

Full Load Distribution

Complete trailer loads moving between depots, warehouses and distribution centres nationwide.

Manufacturing & Bulk Freight

Raw materials, finished goods and industrial freight moved at full trailer scale.

Long-Haul Contract Routes

Scheduled, recurring routes for businesses with regular high-volume freight — see our contract haulage page.

Retail & Wholesale Trunking

Bulk stock movement between national distribution centres and regional depots.

Import & Export Onward Transport

UK road haulage connecting to our air freight and sea freight services for full international journeys.

Return Loads & Backhauls

The most cost-effective way to move large freight volumes — see our return loads page.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pallets does an artic lorry carry?

Up to 26 UK pallets or 33 Euro pallets on a standard single-deck 13.6m trailer.

Do I need loading bay access for an artic lorry?

Yes, artic lorries need proper loading bay access. For sites without this, our 7.5-18 tonne truck is usually more practical.

Is this suitable for long-distance UK routes?

Yes, artic lorries are built for demanding long-haul UK distances and scheduled routes.

Can I book an artic lorry for contract haulage?

Yes, see our contract haulage page for scheduled and dedicated vehicle arrangements.

What size loads is this vehicle suited to?

Full trailer loads and high-volume freight — for smaller multi-pallet loads, our 7.5-18 tonne truck may be more cost-effective.

Ready to Book?

Call, WhatsApp or request a quote online — we typically respond within the hour.