Truckmate dropside or box body: which suits the job?
The Foton Truckmate range gives businesses a choice between an open dropside and an enclosed box body. The right configuration depends on what needs to be carried and how it is loaded.
Foton’s July 2025 overview lists a 1.2-tonne payload for the dropside and 1.1 tonnes for the box body. The dropside suits loads needing side access; the box body provides an enclosed space for goods that need weather protection.
A compact commercial powertrain
The Truckmate uses an 82 kW engine producing 142 Nm, paired with a five-speed manual gearbox. The overview also lists ABS and electronic brakeforce distribution.
For a business comparing its first delivery vehicle or adding to a fleet, the practical next step is to measure typical loads. Thorp Foton can then help compare the current Truckmate configurations and equipment.
Explore the range at Thorp Foton or contact our N1 City team to discuss your requirements.
Source: Foton South Africa. Adapted for Thorp Foton. Images: Foton South Africa.
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