Chick Transport Truck Capacity Guide – How Many Chicks Per Truck Size

How many chick boxes can each truck size carry? Here's the complete comparison based on standard chick box dimensions of 640×480×170mm.

**4.2m Blue-License Model**
- Interior: 4080×2100×2200mm
- Side loading: 192 boxes | Center loading: 40 boxes
- Total: 232 boxes
- Drivable with a standard license in China, no city truck restrictions, ideal for short-haul suburban delivery

**6.8m Model**
- Interior: 6800×2410×2480mm
- Side loading: 392 boxes | Center loading: 72 boxes
- Total: 464 boxes
- Double the capacity of 4.2m. Balanced operating costs and revenue — the most popular choice

**7.8m Model**
- Interior: 7850×2410×2480mm
- Side loading: 448 boxes | Center loading: 88 boxes
- Total: 536 boxes

**9.6m Model**
- Interior: 9660×2410×2480mm
- Side loading: 560 boxes | Center loading: 112 boxes
- Total: 672 boxes
- Maximum single-trip capacity, ideal for long-distance bulk transport

**Climate-Controlled Models Have Different Capacities**

Because climate-controlled models house equipment (fans, heater, humidifier, etc.) inside the cabin, the actual loading area is shorter.

9.6m climate-controlled model:
- Loading area: 8100×2420×2470mm
- Capacity: 24 trolleys × 26 boxes = 624 boxes

7.6m climate-controlled model:
- Loading area: 6320×2420×2470mm
- Capacity: 18 trolleys × 26 boxes = 468 boxes

**Which Size Should You Choose?**

If you're just starting out with moderate daily volume, the 4.2m blue-license model keeps operating costs low. For most established operations, the 6.8m or 7.8m models offer the best balance. The 9.6m is best suited for large hatcheries or logistics companies with consistent high-volume demand.

The rule of thumb: estimate your daily volume, add 30% buffer, then pick the truck size that matches.