The supply and full service arrangement includes the provision of the customised trucks, which include specific features to assist with loading and unloading.
The 26-tonne 6x2 rigids have Don-Bur curtainsider bodies mounted on a three-axle chassis with day cab. The fully-galvanised bodies are 9m long by 2.5m wide and 3.5m in height, with an 8.8m by 2.2m side aperture.
Features include: EN12642 XL accredited load restraint system; cargo control internal curtain system made from mesh for load visibility; storage racks for up to nine gas cylinders; 200mm-deep galvanised side guards; and drop rings along the side of the body to allow roping of beer kegs.
The vehicles are the first in the Greene King fleet to feature its London Glory beer branding, along with branding for its well-known Greene King IPA and Abbot Ale brands.
Rob Carter, Greene King distribution centre manager, says: “We chose Ryder because we wanted added features for our draymen – they listened to this and came back with a great solution.
“We have operated DAF vehicles for a number of years as we have always found them to be reliable and fuel efficient, and these particular vehicles have additional features that make it easier and safer for our dray drivers to off-load casks, kegs, and packaged drinks.”