DAF XB Beavertail Plant Bodies – 12T & 14T Rigid Trucks

Explore DAF XB Beavertail trucks from Sterling. Available in 12T and 14T chassis configurations, built for reliable plant transport. Built to specification and in-stock builds.

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Beavertail Plant Bodies for the DAF XB Chassis

Sterling manufactures and supplies DAF XB Beavertail trucks in 12T and 14T chassis configurations, providing operators with lightweight yet durable solutions for plant and equipment transport. Built to suit the new DAF XB chassis, our beavertail bodies are designed for safe loading, efficient operation, and reliable performance in daily fleet use.

The DAF XB chassis offers the perfect foundation for compact beavertail builds. Sterling’s plant body design maximises payload while ensuring safe transport of mini-excavators, dumpers, access platforms, and compact plant machinery. With both 12 tonne and 14 tonne GVW options available, the DAF XB Beavertail is an ideal choice for operators needing a balance of strength, versatility, and compliance with modern emissions standards.

Miniload beavertail ramps

Heavy duty side raves & lashing points

Secure your cargo your way using the multiple tie-down points integrated into the lightweight angle side rave.

Galvanised heavy duty headboard

Built to last with exceptional strength and corrosion resistance, ensuring long-term durability and reliable performance.

Fall Protection

Secure post & socket system and built-in stowage tray for easy access and storage.

Ramps

Twin 1.0m straight ramps or full width straight ramps.

Sterling-built beavertail plant body on DAF XB truck

Introducing the all new Sterling Miniload

Compact, agile, and built for tight turns and urban jobs – perfect for transporting lighter plant, from tools to mini diggers, and compactors. Available on chassis from 12 to 14 tonne, the Sterling Miniload is designed for inner-city jobs, housing developments, and short-haul plant moves. Its compact dimensions and lightweight build make it a go-to for tight access and urban environments - without compromising strength, safety, or dependability.

12T Beavertail Bodies

The 12T DAF XB Beavertail provides a heavier-duty option while retaining efficiency and operator ease-of-use. Popular in civil engineering, landscaping, and infrastructure work, this chassis size allows for larger machinery without moving into higher-weight categories.

Key features:
• Reinforced flooring for tracked and wheeled plant
• Hydraulic ramp options (cheesewedge or fold-down)
• Enhanced payload capacity vs 7.5T
• Rear stabilisers for safe loading

14T Beavertail Bodies

For operators requiring more capacity without moving into 18T or 26T territory, the 14-tonne DAF XB Beavertail strikes a perfect balance between payload, performance, and operating flexibility. This configuration is well-suited for transporting mid-sized plant, access equipment, and heavier site machinery across regional and national contracts.

Ideal for:

  • Mid-sized plant and machinery transport
  • Groundworks and civils fleets
  • Regional haulage of access and utility equipment
Case Study

"‘We have had Sterling bodies on the fleet since 2017 and they have always performed well for the machines that we operate.  The backup support allows us to rely on maximum up-time for our delivery service to our clients. With the new livery and the enhancements to the specification, these trucks will allow us to maintain the highest standards of safety and efficiency for years to come.’   "

Duncan Turk, Transport Manager at GT Access Ltd

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