Crafter with tail lift: The structure is part of the vehicle
A tail lift can make everyday work on the Volkswagen Crafter much easier when moving heavy or rollable loads.
When buying used, the tail lift must be checked just as carefully as the engine, chassis and loading space.
You can find suitable entry points via Volkswagen Crafter for Bremen, Transporter for Bremen, current Auto-Bluhm vehicles.
Auto Bluhm is not based in Bremen, but in Hamburg-Moorfleet. For buyers from Bremen, the specialized inventory can still be useful if several van variants need to be compared directly.
When a tail lift makes sense
A tail lift is worthwhile for pallets, roll containers, machines or heavy goods. For lightweight packages, it can add unnecessary weight and complexity.
| Use | Tail lift makes sense? | Exam |
|---|---|---|
| Roll container | often yes | Platform, hydraulics, operation |
| light packages | not always | Weigh up weight and loss of cargo space |
| machines | often yes | Check Load capacity and load securing |
Check used tail lift
The tail lift is a technical structure. If it doesn't fit or is poorly maintained, it can cause subsequent costs.
- Check Load capacity and nameplate.
- Check hydraulics for leaks and smooth running.
- View platform, hinges and controls.
- Take the remaining payload of the vehicle into account.
Practical example: delivery business
A delivery business with heavy roll containers benefits greatly from a tail lift. If there is a lot of inner-city traffic and light goods, a low loading space entrance may be sufficient.
- Clarify the load weight in advance.
- Test operation and loading height.
- Have maintenance of the structure documented.
Classify official information additionally
For technical model information you can additionally Volkswagen commercial vehicles be helpful. When buying used, however, the specific vehicle with its condition, structure, history and usage profile remains crucial.
Prepare a specific request
When making your inquiry, state what load is being moved and whether a tail lift is absolutely necessary.
View current vehicles in the vehicle search or Contact Auto Bluhm.
FAQ: Crafter with tail lift
When heavy, rollable or palletized loads are moved regularly.
Hydraulics, platform, Load capacity, operation and maintenance should be checked.
Yes, the structure adds weight. The remaining payload must be suitable for the operation.
With information about the load and weight, the inventory can be checked more specifically.