What Size Lorries Does Arbour Landscape Solutions Use for Deliveries?

It’s a simple question, and one of the most common questions that we hear at Arbour Landscape Solutions, but it’s crucial for smooth site logistics. Getting the right delivery vehicle for your landscaping project ensures everything runs safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Tailored Deliveries for Every Site

At Arbour Landscape Solutions, we understand that every site is different. That’s why we tailor deliveries to suit:

  1. Your site access
  2. Lifting capability
  3. Project programme

Before booking, it’s vital that everyone involved understands the limitations and requirements for each delivery.

Delivery Vehicle Types

Here’s a quick guide to the types of vehicles you might see arriving on your landscaping site:

1. Luton Vans & Small Rigid Lorries

Best for: Tight residential streets and restricted access
Why: Perfect for smaller drops where larger lorries won't fit

Luton van perfect for smaller deliveries

2. Rigid Lorries with Tail-Lift/Pump truck

Best for: Sites with good access and hardstanding
Why: Pallets can be pumped off directly on site

Rigid lorry with tail lift

3. Articulated Lorries with Moffett (Lorry-Mounted Forklift)

Best for: Restricted or awkward sites
Why: The Moffett can offload pallets exactly where needed, though the artic requires a safe parking space nearby
Articulated Lorry with Moffett Fork Lift

4. Curtain-Sided Lorries (Forklift Offload)

Best for: Sites with a forklift or telehandler
Why: Offload directly on site without hassle

Curtain sided lorry, offloads directly to site without hassle

5. Rigid Lorries with HIAB Crane or Moffett

Best for: Tight access areas or when lifting over obstacles is required
Why: Combines flexibility with lifting capability
Rigid Lorry with HIAB offload hauling Arbour products

6. Containerised Lorries (Direct from Overseas)

Best for: Large, specialist deliveries
Why: Requires heavy lifting equipment, such as a 12m telehandler. Only suitable if your site can handle it
Articulated Lorry with Container - Containerised lorry

Planning Is Key

The takeaway? Communication is everything. Before delivery, make sure we know:
  1. Access width
  2. Overhead restrictions
  3. Ground conditions
  4. Available lifting equipment
  5. Neighbour considerations
  6. Preferred delivery time slots
The more details we have, the better we can match the right vehicle to your site, avoiding delays, failed deliveries, or extra costs.

Work With Arbour Landscape Solutions

Whether you’re a designer, contractor, or site manager, if you’re unsure about your site’s delivery requirements, just ask. We’d much rather plan properly than turn up and find a problem.

At Arbour Landscape Solutions, part of our service is making sure your landscaping materials arrive safely, on time, and exactly where you need them.
 

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