The low floor Luton van does not require a tail lift (although Maxi Mover do offer tail lift options) nor the continual expense of maintenance and LOLER testing as needed on standard Luton van conversions with tail lifts.
Does a Luton van have a tail lift?
Luton vans have tail lifts that can help you lower heavy items without breaking your back. So, if you are planning to invest in a van for carrying goods, you now have a viable option to consider.
What category is a Luton van with tail lift?
category B1
All vehicles on the Traffic Self Drive fleet can be driven with a standard UK car driving license (category B1), including Luton tail-lift vans and 9-seater people carriers.
What size is a Luton van with tail lift?
Vehicle Dimensions (mm)
| Minimum Age for insurance | 21 |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Length | 6641mm |
| Vehicle Width (including mirrors) | 2492mm |
| Vehicle Height | 3118mm |
| Rear Door Entry Width | 1972mm |
What licence do you need to drive a Luton van with tail lift?
You can drive a Luton van with a normal car licence. This means you can get “almost” all of the benefits of a small lorry without having to sit any further driving tests.
Which Luton van is best?
Four Of The Most Reliable Luton Vans
- Ford Transit Luton Van. Make: Ford. Model: Transit Luton Van LWB FWD.
- Peugeot Boxer Luton. Make: Peugeot. Model: Boxer Luton Tailift L4 140ps XLWB.
- Citroen Relay. Make: Citroen. Model: Relay L4 Luton With Tail Lift 140ps BlueHDi LWB.
- Nissan NV400. Make: Nissan.
How do I know if I can drive a Luton van?
Can you drive a Luton van on a normal licence? Yes, you’re permitted to drive a Luton-sized van under 3.5 tonnes. This includes any public roads where vans are allowed. But if you passed your driving test before January 1 1997, the van can weigh up to 7.5 tonnes.
Can I drive a Luton van on a normal car licence?
You can drive a van up to 3,500kg if you have a standard car driving licence. View your driving licence information to check what types of vehicles you can drive.
Can I drive a 3.5 tonne van on a B1 licence?
A B1 licence could entitle you to drive a 3.5 tonne van. But you may need a C1 licence to drive vehicles larger than this. Regardless of when you got your licence, you should be able to drive some of the most popular vans without having to get a dedicated van licence.
Are all Luton vans the same size?
The width dimensions of a Luton van will range from 2.10 metres to 2.25 metres. Although all are of similar dimensions, they will differ from model to model.
Are there different size Luton vans?
7.5 Tonne Luton Van
In terms of build, this vehicle is identical to the 3.5 Tonne Luton Van – just bigger. It’s good for three bedroom houses and can store 40-50 boxes, up to 4 beds, 3 sofas, 2 dining tables and sets of chairs, 3-4 wardrobes and most kitchen appliances.
What speed can a Luton van do on a motorway?
On single carriageways vans are usually limited to 50mph and 60mph on dual carriageways. On motorways vans are typically allowed to go 70mph, the same as a car.
Can I drive a 3.5 tonne van on a normal licence?
If you have a full driving licence you can drive any van up to 3.5 tonnes. If you want to drive anything bigger such as 7.5 tonnes vans, you may need to take an extra test if you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997.
Can I drive a 3.5 T Luton?
Reliable and spacious, the Luton is ideal for transporting large goods, and the 3.5-tonne weight class can be driven on a regular driving licence.
What is the biggest van you can drive on a car Licence?
Check what license you have by looking at the categories on the back of your driving license. The B category license will let you drive all vans below 3.5 tonnes. A C1 license enables you to drive vans up to 7.5 tonnes. For large vans, check the plated weight of the vehicle by looking at the little plaque.
Why is it called a Luton van?
The iconic Luton van has its origins in the town of Luton in Bedfordshire, home to the Bedford heavy commercial vehicle plant that produced the popular Bedford model. The Luton body incorporates an enclosed box-shaped body that extends over the cab.
Can you move house with a Luton van?
7.5 ton luton box van with tail lift
Ideal for a 3-bedroom house move, it can typically carry complete kitchen, bedroom, living room and garden furniture. The 7.5 ton is usually plenty for an average house move, but if you happen to have upward of 50 boxes, 4 beds and a few sofas, you may require 2 luton vans.
Can you turn a Luton van into a campervan?
In short, yes, you absolutely can convert your van into a campervan. For the more detailed answer that digs a little deeper, we take a look at what requirements need to be met for your vehicle to fall within the ‘motor caravan’ category with the DVLA, the class which covers all campervan, motor caravans and motorhomes.
Do you need training to use a tail lift?
Operators should be given proportional training for each type of tail-lift they will use. Training should include how to operate the equipment, and do’s and don’t for using the tail-lift, and any potential residual hazards. More detail can be found in the SOE Tail Lift Specification guide for road vehicles.
How often should a tail lift be serviced?
How often does my tail lift need servicing? Generally at least every six months, although this timescale may need to be reduced if the tail lift is heavily used or damaged. Your tail lift manufacturer should be able to advise.
How much can a Luton tail lift lift?
A tail lift fitted to an LCV such as a Luton van is generally capable of lifting up to 500 kg whereas a tail lift fitted to an HGV lorry is capable of holding up to 4000 kg.