Is there a Difference in Cost between Lorry and Canopy Rental?

There are many reasons for you to rent a lorry. It can be due to a home or office relocation, or for business purposes, more so if your business relies on trucks for daily operations. Purchasing the trucks makes sense in many situations, but renting them may be the wiser choice.

In this article, we’ll discuss the different types of lorry rentals available in Singapore along with the cost of renting one.

 Types of Lorry Rentals 

Lorry rental services in Singapore offer three types of lorries – open-top lorry, box lorry and canopy lorry. Generally, these lorries differ in terms of the rear cargo area. The following are the differences between the three types of lorries:

• Open-top lorries have an open cargo area that allows for taller or stacked goods to be loaded and transported. Given the setup, these lorries aren’t subjected to strict height restrictions.

• Box lorries have a box-like cargo area that allows for the delivery of equipment and inventory from the warehouse to retail stores. Also, its box configuration offers weather protection for certain goods like furniture and appliances.

• Canopy lorries are similar to box lorries but the former has a roof and railings over the cargo area. Canopy lorries are commonly used in Singapore to transport foreign workers and goods as they provide sufficient weather protection.

Sizes

Aside from the different types of cargo area, these lorries are available for rent in two different sizes:

• 10 feet lorries are commonly used by individuals and businesses for relocation and logistics purposes. Given the small size, these lorries are suitable to transport small and basic household appliances.

• 14 feet lorries are more suitable for major relocation as they’re large enough to store and transport the items without having to make frequent trips. Given the large size, these lorries can also be used to transport long items such as pipes.

The default setup of these lorries is often open-top. If you need the box or canopy option, Edmund Vehicle Rental offers three different options of lorry rentals in two sizes. Moving forward, we’ll discuss some of the reasons for renting the open-top lorry and canopy lorry.

 Reasons to Rent Open-top and Canopy Lorries 

Renting the right type of lorry in Singapore depends on the main reason to rent one, which is either for relocation or business purposes.

 Relocation purposes 

Moving from one place to another can be a stress-free experience when you rent the right type and size of lorry to transport all your items. If you’re considering a minor relocation, i.e. moving some of the items in your room to another place, the 10ft open-top lorry will suffice. This allows for more items to be stacked and transported instantly.

However, for major household relocation, you’ll need a bigger lorry such as the 14ft open-top lorry to transport everything you need at your new place. If you’re worried about the weather, consider the canopy lorries as they provide shade and protection for your items.

 Business purposes 

Businesses that rely on trucks for their daily operations have plenty of factors to consider when it comes to the different types of lorry rental. Depending on the nature of your business, you can either choose to rent an open-top lorry or a canopy lorry to fit your needs.

Generally, open-top lorries offer more storage space as the goods can be stacked. However, when it comes to protecting the goods from Singapore’s weather condition, canopy lorries fare better than their open-top counterpart.

 Cost of Renting Open-top and Canopy Lorries 

Lorry rental services in Singapore typically provide rental rates based on various factors. Some of which depends on the size and type of lorry rental that you’re looking for. Not only that, but they also consider the leasing period.

Generally, the cost of lorry rentals is based on the size and leasing duration. The bigger the truck size, the higher the cost of renting. The same goes for the length of the lease. The longer you rent the truck, the more you have to pay. But in some cases, some lorry rental services may offer you lower rental rates for a longer leasing period.

Regardless, it’s important to understand the lorry rental terms – booking, deposit, and return terms. That way, you’ll have a general idea of how much it’ll cost to rent either an open-top or canopy lorry.

Now that you’ve learned about the different types of lorry rentals, reasons to rent one, and the rental cost in Singapore, it’s time to check out some of the rental services available at Edmund Vehicle Rental.

You can choose from the three types of lorry rentals available in two different sizes. Contact us at (65) 6250 3339 or email enquiries@edmundvehiclerental.com.sg for more information.