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53-foot dry van truckload out of Glendale, AZ
Connect Express LLC runs company-owned 53-foot dry vans from our yard at 5701 W Maryland Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301. Palletized and floor-loaded freight moves on I-10, I-17 and I-40 with our own drivers, not brokered out. Dispatch: 480-401-1998.
Service areas: Glendale and Phoenix. Need cooling instead? Refrigerated transportation. Open deck? Flatbed transportation. Recurring lanes? Dedicated. Request a truckload quote.
How much freight fits in a 53-foot dry van?
A standard 53-foot dry van usually holds about 26 standard pallets loaded single-stacked, or more if freight can be double-stacked safely. In practice, weight often limits a load before space does, since total gross vehicle weight is capped at 80,000 lbs on most highways. Share your pallet count, dimensions and weight when you request a quote so the load can be planned correctly. Learn more about dry van trucking at Connect Express.
ConnectExpressLLC, based in Glendale, AZ (Phoenix metro), offers top-tier Dry Van Services. Our modern fleet, driven by seasoned professionals, guarantees safe and timely cargo transportation. We pride ourselves on our commitment to on-time deliveries and adaptability to suit each client’s unique needs.
With our advanced tracking systems, customers remain informed, and our reputation for reliability is unmatched. Partnering with ConnectExpressLLC means more than just hiring a trucking service; it’s about trusting an industry leader to optimize your logistics operations.
Dry van vs reefer: what’s the difference?
Dry van trucking uses an enclosed, non-temperature-controlled trailer—typically a 53-foot box—for palletized, boxed, or floor-loaded freight that only needs weather protection. A reefer (refrigerated trailer) adds an active cooling unit and set-point monitoring for produce, food, pharmaceuticals, and other cold-chain freight. Choose dry van when your product tolerates ambient temperature and you want simpler equipment and broader capacity; choose reefer when temperature control is a product or receiver requirement. From Glendale and Phoenix, Connect Express LLC helps shippers match trailer type to the load rather than forcing freight into the wrong box. If your lanes need cooling, see our refrigerated transportation page; for repeating dry freight schedules, ask about dedicated capacity. Connect Express LLC, 5701 W Maryland Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301 — dispatch 480-401-1998.
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Dry Van Trucking FAQ
What size dry van trailers does Connect Express use?
We run company-owned 53-foot dry vans from our yard at 5701 W Maryland Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301.
What freight ships in a dry van?
Dry vans carry palletized, boxed, or floor-loaded freight that only needs protection from weather, not temperature control.
Does Connect Express broker out dry van loads?
No. Dry van freight moves on I-10, I-17 and I-40 with our own drivers, not brokered out.
Should I book a dry van or a reefer?
Choose a dry van when your product tolerates ambient temperature and you want simpler equipment and broader capacity. Choose a reefer when temperature control is a product or receiver requirement.
What is the difference between dry van and LTL shipping?
A dry van truckload books the whole 53-foot trailer for one shipper, so freight loads at your dock and rides direct to the receiver without terminal transfers. LTL (less-than-truckload) combines several shippers' pallets in one trailer and moves them through terminals, which suits smaller shipments but adds handling and transit time. Full dry van usually makes sense once a load fills much of the trailer or needs a firm delivery window. Learn more in our guide to less-than-truckload transportation, or call 480-401-1998 from Glendale, AZ (Phoenix metro).
What details do I need for a dry van shipping quote?
Have your pickup and delivery ZIP codes, ship date, and pickup or delivery appointment windows ready. Add the commodity, total weight, and pallet count or floor-loaded piece count, plus whether the freight is stackable. Note dock or liftgate needs and any special handling. Accurate details let dispatch confirm a 53-foot dry van and give you a firm quote faster. Call 480-401-1998 or email admin@connectexpressllc.com from our Glendale, AZ yard.









