Choosing the Right Truck Body for Your Business
When it comes to selecting a truck body, two of the most popular options for Melbourne businesses are pantech van bodies and curtainsider bodies. Each has distinct advantages depending on what you’re carrying and how you operate. VN Truck Bodies has built hundreds of both types — here’s what you need to know.
What Is a Pantech Van Body?
A pantech (also called a box van or enclosed van body) features solid sides, a fixed roof, and a roller door or barn doors at the rear. The cargo is fully enclosed and protected from weather and theft.
Best for:
- Retail deliveries and consumer goods
- Moving furniture and fragile items
- Pharmaceutical or temperature-sensitive freight (with refrigeration)
- Any cargo requiring security and weather protection
What Is a Curtainsider Body?
A curtainsider has a solid roof and floor with retractable PVC side curtains. This allows forklift access from either side, making loading and unloading far faster for palletised freight.
Best for:
- Pallet deliveries and logistics
- Construction materials and hardware
- Agricultural supplies
- Any operation requiring side loading
Key Differences at a Glance
Security: Pantech wins — fully enclosed with lockable doors.
Loading speed: Curtainsider wins — side access means faster forklift turnarounds.
Versatility: Curtainsider wins for odd-shaped loads.
Weather protection: Pantech wins — solid walls provide superior protection.
Cost: Both are similar in price for comparable quality builds.
Custom Built by VN Truck Bodies Melbourne
We build both pantech and curtainsider bodies to your exact specifications — the right dimensions, materials, and features for your operation. All our bodies are built in Melbourne with quality Australian-sourced materials and backed by our workmanship guarantee.
Contact us on 03 9798 2573 or visit our Keysborough workshop to discuss your next truck body build.
