International Dump Trucks For Sale
International dump trucks, HV and HX series, steel or aluminum bodies, strong floors, low tare weight, asphalt-ready insulation, corrosion-resistant.
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About International Dump Trucks
Floor strength starts with the body material and thickness. For rock and demo, AR450 or Hardox 450 floors in 1/4 to 5/16 inch handle impact without puckering, with sidewalls in AR400 and full-length dirt shields or scuff liners to absorb loader strikes. For general dirt and aggregate, 3/16 inch AR floors with closely spaced crossmembers balance durability and weight. Half-round bodies eliminate crossmembers, concentrate strength in the shell, and shed sticky material well, while square-box bodies with 8 to 12 inch crossmember spacing offer better load leveling, sidewall strength, and compatibility with asphalt pavers. Tailgate choices affect versatility and flow, from air-actuated high-lift gates to barn-door and chains. Hoist selection matters for cycle time and stability, with front-mounted telescopic cylinders delivering high dump angles and strong geometry, and underbody or scissor hoists simplifying packaging on shorter wheelbases.
Tare weight drives profitability, so material and component choices matter. Aluminum bodies can drop 1,000 to 2,000 pounds versus steel, increasing legal payload, though they are not ideal for hard rock impact without liners. Half-round shells and high-tensile wear plate floors reduce structure mass while retaining rigidity, and options like aluminum wheels, air tanks, and fuel tanks, plus single frame rails with reinforcements only where needed, trim more pounds. Match hoist capacity to realistic payloads, not peak wish loads, to avoid carrying extra steel every mile. Lift axles, steerable pushers, and appropriate wheelbase let you hit bridge targets without overspecifying base axle ratings, and gear ratios should match your territory so you are not turning unnecessary RPM that adds heat and wear.
Corrosion resistance and thermal integrity protect the asset and the payload. For salt states and winter municipal work, look for e-coated or powder-coated body subframes, stainless or galvanized hardware, sealed Deutsch connectors, and underbody wash access. Aluminum bodies resist rust, but dissimilar-metal isolation and proper fasteners are still required. Asphalt operations benefit from insulated bodies with double-wall or foam panels, heated gate seals, high-temp coatings, and exhaust or coolant diverter kits that maintain body temperature to reduce stick and segregated loads. Pair a fast-covering electric or hydraulic tarp with UHMW or Quicksilver liners where appropriate to speed cleanouts, then spec body-up indicators, load monitoring, and high-flow pumps to keep cycle times tight without overheating hydraulic oil.
Frequently Asked Questions
What floor material and thickness should I choose for a dump body on an International chassis?
For rip-rap, demo, and large rock, AR450 or Hardox 450 at 1/4 to 5/16 inch on the floor with AR400 sides handles high impact and abrasion. For dirt and aggregate, 3/16 inch AR floors with robust crossmember spacing provide strong performance without excess tare. If you regularly feed with a high-capacity loader, add side scuff liners or wear plates to deflect bucket strikes and protect the shell.
How do half-round and square dump bodies compare for strength and cleanout?
Half-round bodies are crossmemberless, rely on shell geometry for stiffness, and excel at shedding sticky material with fewer hang-up points. They are lighter for a given capacity and handle rock impacts well, but they are not ideal for palletized or evenly distributed loads at the edges. Square bodies with close crossmember spacing offer better load footprint for dirt and asphalt, stronger sidewall support, and compatibility with pavers, at a small tare penalty.
Which suspension is best for an International dump truck, walking beam or air ride?
Walking beam and heavy mechanical vocational suspensions like Hendrickson HaulMaax or Chalmers deliver excellent articulation, traction, and dump stability on uneven pads, with simple maintenance. Air ride improves ride quality on highway hauls and can protect sensitive loads, but it may allow more chassis movement under the body unless equipped with dump valves and proper roll-stability controls. Choose based on your mix of off-road work, dump angles, and road miles.
How can I reduce tare weight without sacrificing durability on a tandem or tri-axle International dump?
Use a high-tensile steel body only where impact occurs, pair it with aluminum sides or components where loads are lighter, and consider a half-round shell for crossmember savings. Aluminum wheels, tanks, and air reservoirs trim additional pounds. Right-size the hoist and pump to realistic payload and body volume, and avoid unnecessary double-framing unless duty cycle demands it. Lift axles and correct wheelbase achieve bridge compliance without overbuilding base axles.
What should I spec for asphalt hauling to maintain thermal integrity and flow?
An insulated body with double-wall or foam core panels retains heat, while high-temp epoxy or ceramic coatings and a heated gate seal reduce stick. Add an exhaust or coolant diverter system to warm the floor, a quick-deploy tarp to cut heat loss, and consider a UHMW liner to promote flow. A square body with tight crossmember spacing and a high-lift air gate pairs well with pavers, and body-up indicators with high-flow hydraulics keep cycle times predictable.