Luton Low Loader vs Luton Tail Lift – Who Is The King Of The Lutons?


If you are moving house, transporting furniture, carrying heavy equipment or running commercial deliveries, choosing the right Luton van can make your job significantly easier.

At Regal Car, Van and Truck Rental, two of our most popular options are the Luton Low Loader and the Luton Tail Lift. While both offer large load spaces and are ideal for removals and transport work, they each have different advantages depending on what you are moving.

Available from our Chatham, Sheerness and Maidstone branches, here is a full breakdown to help you choose the right van for your job.

What Is a Luton Low Loader?


A Luton Low Loader is designed with a lower loading height, making it easier and quicker to load items manually.

This makes it a popular choice for:

  • House removals
  • Tradesmen
  • DIY projects
  • Garden furniture deliveries

Luton Low Loader Specifications

  • Hire Price: £112.50 per day
  • Internal Length: 3.76m
  • Internal Width: 2.16m
  • Internal Height: 2.5m

  • Approx Payload: 1100kg

Advantages of a Luton Low Loader


✅ Lower floor height for easier loading
✅ Faster loading and unloading
✅ Excellent for multiple stops
✅ Ideal for furniture and removals
✅ Larger internal height for bulky items

The lower loading height makes this van especially useful when you are manually carrying furniture, boxes or garden items without needing lifting equipment.

What Is a Luton Tail Lift?


A Luton Tail Lift includes a hydraulic rear platform which helps safely lift heavier items into the van.

Our tail lifts can lift up to 500kg, making them ideal for extremely heavy or awkward loads.

This van is often preferred by:

  • Piano moving experts
  • Appliance delivery companies
  • Event companies
  • Builders
  • Retailers

Luton Tail Lift Specifications

  • Hire Price: £115 per day
  • Internal Length: 4m
  • Internal Width: 2.1m
  • Internal Height: 2.2m
  • Approx Payload: 800kg
  • Tail Lift Capacity: 500kg

Advantages of a Luton Tail Lift


✅ Safer heavy lifting
✅ Reduces physical strain
✅ Ideal for appliances and machinery
✅ Perfect for commercial deliveries
✅ Helps reduce risk of injury and damage

The tail lift is particularly useful when moving washing machines, fridges, pianos, commercial equipment or other extremely heavy items.

Which Luton Van Is Best for You?


Choose the Low Loader if:

  • You are moving house
  • You want quicker manual loading
  • You are carrying lighter but bulky items
  • You need maximum practicality for removals

Choose the Tail Lift if:

  • You are transporting very heavy items
  • You need mechanical lifting assistance
  • You are moving appliances or equipment
  • Safety and ease of lifting are priorities

Luton Van Hire Across Kent


At Regal Car, Van and Truck Rental, we offer flexible self-drive Luton van hire across Kent from our:

Chatham branch - Sheerness branch - Maidstone branch

Whether you need a Low Loader or Tail Lift, our team can help you choose the best van for your job.

Contact Regal Rental today to check availability and book your van.

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