12 tonne truck for sale

Compact and capable: What sets a 12-tonne truck apart?

12-tonne trucks have a Gross Vehicle Weight of 12-tonnes and can carry a hefty payload ranging from approximately 5-7 tonnes, depending on their configuration. 

12-tonne trucks are larger than a van or light commercial vehicles, but smaller and easier to navigate than their heavy-duty 18-tonne or 26-tonne counterparts. This makes them robust enough to handle serious commercial payloads but compact enough to facilitate regional transportation applications - even in narrow city centres. 

What are the real-world applications of 12-tonne trucks? 

With a wide range of configurations and body types, trucks in the 12-tonne weight category - like the Renault Trucks D 210 or D240 - offer modularity to suit a variety of industries and real-world applications.

Goods transportation: With a spacious box body, a 12-tonne truck can conveniently and safely transport a large volume of consumer goods, including clothing and textiles, office supplies, household appliances and other retail items. Plus, the smooth manoeuvrability of these vehicles enables them to load and unload deliveries directly from shops and distributors in urban areas, saving your crew time and energy.

Food and pharmaceuticals: When paired with a refrigerated body, 12-tonne trucks are an ideal option for the transportation of perishable goods and temperature-sensitive medications across short and regional distances, whether it be for catering, supermarkets, clinics or hospitals.

Light construction and landscaping: Trucks in this weight category, often paired with tipper and flatbed configurations, enable contractors to transport tools, materials, personnel and equipment for park maintenance, landscaping, light construction, and urban infrastructure repairs. 

Inner-city waste management: 12-tonne trucks have the unique ability to support substantial payloads in addition to meeting the manoeuvrability and low emissions required for inner-city routes. This combination makes them the perfect solution for light waste collection and recycling, especially in residential areas with limited access.

What are the advantages of 12-tonne trucks? 

• Robust payload: Compared to even the largest vans and light-commercial vehicles, a 12-tonne truck offers around 3 times the payload capacity, making it a better choice for high-volume operations while increasing efficiency with fewer trips per load.
• Access to restricted areas: Due to their smaller size compared to other high-payload vehicles, 12-tonne trucks are subject to fewer driving restrictions in European cities. This makes it easier to operate in low-emission zones and congested urban neighbourhoods.
• Last-mile delivery: Improved urban access renders this weight category perfect for delivering large loads directly to city shops, distributors or retail stores. Their compact size also makes loading and unloading in tight spaces simple and efficient.
• Adaptability: Pair 12-tonne trucks with a number of body configurations, from boxes to tippers to curtainsiders for maximum adaptability across industries. Whether you’re transporting multiple tonnes of gravel to a construction site or delivering temperature-controlled medical supplies to a hospital, you can find a solution to fit your needs. 

Find your ideal Used 12-tonne truck with Renault Trucks’ selection

At the heart of Renault Trucks’ 12-tonne selection are two key models from the renowned Renault Trucks D series: the D 210 and the D 240. Both configurations represent the smallest Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) options in the D range, combining durability, comfort, adaptability, and agility—perfectly suited for urban and regional distribution.

Key features: 

• Gross Vehicle Weight: 12 Tonnes
• Engine: 210 hp or 240 hp, DTI 5, Euro 6 compliant
• Cab Configurations: Day Cab or Sleeper Cab
• Gearbox: 6-speed Manual or 8-speed Automatic
• Body Types: Box, refrigerated, tipper, curtainsider, etc. 

The Renault TrucksD 210 is praised for its excellent visibility, tight turning radius and low cab access height—attributes that make it a favourite for urban delivery operations. The Renault TrucksD 240, on the other hand, offers additional power for operators needing more performance on longer regional routes or slightly heavier-duty tasks, without compromising on fuel efficiency or manoeuvrability.

Both models feature a rigid chassis design that allows for easy body adaptation and customisation, making them flexible platforms for a wide range of applications. Optimised for reduced fuel consumption and built with driver comfort and productivity in mind, the D 210 and D 240 are key allies in keeping operational costs low while maintaining high service standards.

The advantages of buying a used truck from Used Trucks by Renault Trucks

When buying a used truck from Used Trucks by Renault Trucks’ certified used vehicle program, every truck comes backed with a guarantee of quality, sustainability and support that you can rely on. 

Renowned quality- Not only do we build all our trucks with the strongest materials, designed and tested to last across even the most rigorous applications for multiple lifetimes - but every used truck also undergoes a comprehensive 200+ point inspection process to ensure its mechanical, electrical and safety features are functioning at the highest standard. 

Financial Flexibility- Renault Trucks offers a variety of financing and leasing solutions for our used trucks, including packages suited to the budgets and operational needs of small businesses and large fleet managers. 

Warranty and support- Our used 12-tonne trucks can be supported by a manufacturer-backed warranty and service solutions - like the holistic Start & Drive maintenance contract - to help improve peace of mind behind the wheel for all your drivers. Plus, Renault Trucks’ widespread network of professionals across all of Europe means our experts are always within reach for repairs, inspections or custom upgrades.