Class 5 vs Class 7 Bucket Trucks-Which Makes More Sense for Small Crews?

12ZacharryClark

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Hi, I’m trying to decide between a Class 5 and a Class 7 bucket truck for a small crew. Is the lighter Class 5 usually enough, or do you find the extra capacity of a Class 7 worth the added cost and size? Curious what’s worked best for your day-to-day jobs.
 
@12ZacharryClark for a small crew, a Class 5 usually does the job just fine and is way easier to maneuver and cheaper to run. Class 7 makes sense if you’re hauling heavier loads or running bigger booms every day, but otherwise it can be overkill
 
Agreed - Class 5 seems to hit the sweet spot for most small crews, but I'm ucrious where people start to feel limited and wish they'd gone Class 7 instead.
 
Yeah I've seen the same. Class 5 is usually perfect for small crews, but you start feeling the limits once you're carrying heavier tools or running taller/longer booms on a regular basis, that's when Class 7 really starts to make more sense.
 
A Class 7 starts making more sense if you regularly carry heavier tools, more materials, or need the extra stability and reach for bigger jobs. The extra capacity is nice, but the larger size and higher operating costs can add up pretty fast
 
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