COMPOSITE DRY FREIGHT VAN
Making Maximum
Payloads Possible
Designed for cubic capacity, cargo protection and
durability, Great Dane's Champion CP composite
dry freight van delivers strength from the inside
out. Panels more puncture-resistant than comparable sheet-and-post trailers and a truly snag-free
interior mean increased productivity. Heavy-duty
bottom rail options offer added protection and
weight savings ideal for specialty hauls with
frequent heavy floor loads. For outstanding
performance and a greater return on investment,
count on the Champion CP for your operation.
EXTERIOR FRONT FEATURES
COMPOSITE DRY FREIGHT VAN
The Champion CP dry freight van offers superior strength and durability
to withstand the demands of today’s dynamic trucking operations.
CP Sidewall Strength
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The strongest standard sidewall in the industry, the Champion CP’s
panel thickness is .31" with .019" skins combines with an integral
heavy-duty bottom rail to achieve maximum sidewall stiffness.
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The unique top rail and gasket design overlaps the top of the side
panels and posts of the trailer to provide the best resistance to
water leakage. Foam gaskets are used at all crucial connection
points in addition to standard caulking to ensure superior protection
against water intrusion.
CP Roof Construction
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The Champion CP’s standard roof adds durability and longevity
to the roof system. Galvanized steel, anti-snag roof bows on 24"
centers are permanently bonded with a premium two-part epoxy to
a one-piece .040" aluminum or .075" fiberglass roof sheet. Roof
bows attached with two fasteners per end.
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The tension-mounted roof sheet is joined to the top rail with an
extruded aluminum J-molding. The attachment is closely riveted
bonding a foam sealing tape between the roof sheet and top rail,
and is finished with a neoprene sealant to prevent moisture intrusion.
CP Undercarriage
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The Great Dane Model 60 Landing Gear uses a constant mesh gear
box which keeps gears engaged for consistently smooth shifting.
The landing gear construction features a floating nut design which
protects the elevating screw from damage caused by dock walk.
Supported by angle bracing at the front and rear, the GD Model 60
has a lift capacity of 55,000 lbs. The mount spreads the load over
five crossmembers. Steel gussets ensure extra support, stability,
and strength. Completing the design, Great Dane’s proprietary replaceable shock-mounted sand shoes reduce stresses in the mount
by 50 percent. Componentry is bolted in place for ease of repair.
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Standard 4" steel I-beam crossmembers are 80,000 psi and 3.45
lb/ft. Installed on 12" centers full length, this design provides
unparalleled floor strength.
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The Champion CP comes standard with a sliding spring
suspension on 49" axle centers. Available air-ride suspensions
are optional.
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Standard black Dry Flex undercoating is the first line of defense
against corrosion from road abrasion. Great Dane’s exclusive
CorroGuard is an available option for corrosion protection on
landing gear and suspensions.
CP Front End Strength
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Four 2.5" hat-section uprights coupled with two additional 3"
radius corner posts add superior strength to the front wall while
providing square interior corners for maximum cargo loading.
Air and electrical connections are mounted externally on a
stainless steel mounting plate on the frontwall, making them
serviceable from the exterior. Gladhands are standard with
polyeurethane seals for longer life.
With an extruded aluminum impact plate that extends across
the bottom front combined with a .25" heavy-duty rolled lip, the
front of the upper coupler is protected from fifth wheel impact.
For added strength and corrosion protection, the upper coupler
is attached to the bottom rail with stainless steel fasteners.
Product shown may feature optional equipment. Available options subject to change without notice.
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EXTERIOR REAR FEATURES
COMPOSITE DRY FREIGHT VAN
CP Rear Impact Guard
Expanding on composite panel technology, the Champion CP
is a unique blend of proven manufacturing techniques
and Great Dane’s unparalleled design standards.
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The high-strength tubular steel rear impact guard is designed and tested
to conform to all U.S. and Canadian regulations. An integral part of the
rear frame, the impact guard is secured by eight ¾" diameter grade 8 bolts.
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The vertical channels are strongly braced by 5/16" thick high tensile
steel reinforcement gussets to the slider rail.
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The horizontal tube has a vertical concave surface that creates a recessed
area to protect conspicuity tape from abrasion. It also features a perforated
top surface for traction and capped ends that extend above the tube for
added safety.
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Available options for rear impact guards include stainless steel and galvanized steel, and may be welded in place or bolted on for ease of repair.
CP Access Systems
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Optional swing door access system include a fixed step on the curbside,
roadside, or both, or an intermediate step centered and a surface mount
grabhandle between the hinges on the roadside.
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Optional roll-up rear door access systems include a fixed step on
the curbside, roadside, or both, and either a surface-mounted or
recessed grabhandle.
CP Hinges
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Great Dane’s heavy-duty, extruded aluminum hinge design allows the
doors to open fully to the sides and to “break away” in the event of
severe impact. Five hinges per door are standard.
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Hinges are fastened to the doors by three .375" diameter steel step bolts,
making hinge replacement effortless, and include anti-theft fasteners at
top and bottom. The use of phenolic bushings ensures long-term smooth
operation. An additional safety feature, the Secure-Cam is standard on the
curbside door, allowing the lock rod to be secured with a padlock directly
to the lower keeper.
CP Rear Frame Construction
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The rear frame is further strengthened by a two-crossmember deep integral bottom rail to rear frame reinforcing
gusset, which distributes the stresses of dock impact.
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The standard ½" composite rear doors eliminate highmaintenance plywood core doors, which means extended
door life, less maintenance and overall trailer longevity.
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The rear header to top rail connection is reinforced at the
corners by a massive .25" steel gusset, which minimizes
racking and ensures that the frame remains square throughout the life of the trailer. Because the rear header does not
protrude into the door opening, The Champion CP maintains a full 110" inside height the full length of the trailer
without the use of a wedge design.
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Product shown may feature optional equipment. Available options subject to change without notice.
Great Dane’s standard dry van rear frame, EnduroGuard,
combines the strength of galvannealed carbon steel and
stainless steel to deliver a frame capable of withstanding
the elements and strong enough to last a lifetime.
EnduroGuard is standard with gray paint and white is
available as an option.
CP Electrical
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The Champion CP’s exterior lighting package comes standard with
Grote’s MicroNova® DOT LED lamps, designed to improve visibility
and service life of the lights. The system also features dual intensity
clearance lights, with an available option for five clearance lights with
outer turn signal.
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The industry’s best wiring harness, the Long-Life Light System is a
maintenance-free, fully modular system backed by a 10-year warranty.
This sealed harness prevents moisture intrusion, is extremely durable,
and combines the flexibility of a custom wiring system with the
reliability and simplicity of a sealed harness.
Three lock rods, two road-side and one curb-side, combine
with five aluminum hinges per door to ensure the frame’s
strength and to protect against racking.
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INTERIOR FEATURES
COMPOSITE DRY FREIGHT VAN
The Champion CP design combines increased
cubic capacity with a true snag-free interior
for maximum durability.
CP Interior Construction
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With a full 101" interior width and a standard .31" overall panel
thickness. The Champion CP design combines increased cubic
capacity with a true snag-free interior for maximum durability.
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Logistic posts are recessed at panel connections on 48" centers
with flush interior rivet heads to allow for a true snag-free interior.
This design reduces cargo damage and claims to customers,
thereby increasing profit.
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The Champion CP offers a lightweight package as an available
option that incorporates the high base rail with a lighterweight
side panel and is designed specially for floor loading operations,
such as the beverage industry. This option is not available for
sideload operations.
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This package features a composite frontwall design, aluminum
crossmembers, lightweight sidewall panels and other weight
saving options. For added durability, this lightweight package
is available with up to a 24,000-lb. rated floor.
CP Sidewall Protection
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Champion CP comes standard with 13" of scuffband protection to
significantly reduce exterior scarring at the most vulnerable area.
A full-length one-piece extruded aluminum bottom rail with integral
scuffband design adds tremendous strength and rigidity in the lower
sidewall helping reduce sidewall bulging. An additional galvanized
steel scuff is installed above the aluminum scuff to provide extra
protection from forklift damage.
A high base rail option is available to improve sidewall durability
and provides 15 inches of extensive sidewall protection. The 5/16"
thick heavy-duty extruded aluminum bottom rail extends over 15
inches above the floor and is fastened to the sidewall. The integrated
wall protection and structural bottom rail design adds stiffness and
rigidity to the side wall making it extremely durable against the most
abusive applications.
CP Floor Strength
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A 1.38" laminated hardwood floor is supported by heavy-duty
wax-coated, I-beam crossmembers, the strongest standard
crossmembers in the industry. This strength combined with the
corrosion-resistant floor coating results in longer life and less
downtime.
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A smooth steel 12-guage, 3" threshold plate is standard.
Multiple options for threshold plate depths, materials, and
surfaces are available.
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Air and electrical lines are routed above the crossmembers in a
recess of the bottom rail, providing easy access and protection.
By eliminating a commonly used floor channel, costly repairs
are prevented.
The thickness of the integral rail also provides protection against
the unsightly scarring of daily wear and tear from cargo loading.
Any damage to this lower rail area can be quickly and easily
repaired if necessary.
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PACKAGE OPTIONS
COMPOSITE DRY FREIGHT VAN
With several specialized options and
packages available, the Great Dane
Champion models can be further
customized for an operation’s
unique needs.
Fuel Efficiency
Customers committed to measuring and improving
the efficiency of their freight operations can adopt
a range of trailer systems and components that can
help to significantly lower emissions and reduce
fuel consumption using aerodynamic technologies
approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency’s SmartWay Transport Partnership.
Total Protection Package
In addition to already standard features such as the Grote’s™ MicroNova®
DOT lamps and completely sealed, moisture-proof Long Life Light System,
Great Dane’s complete package of comprehensive corrosion prevention
solutions includes options to enhance a trailer’s image by delivering superior
protection against equipment deterioration.
The Total Protection Package includes:
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CorroGuard®
Great Dane’s exclusive spray-in-place thermoplastic
coating on suspensions and support gear for
superior long-term protection from rock and stone
impingement, and chemical resistance to current
de-icing chemicals and road hazards.
Aluminum Wheels
Including a patented treatment, which penetrates
the aluminum and becomes an integral part of the
wheel, resisting corrosion.
Stainless Steel Rear Frames
Rust resistant to help ensure reduced maintenance,
longer life and a superior appearance.
CorroGuard
P R O T E C T I O N
A key component of Great Dane’s
Total Protection Package
Great Dane looks forward to assisting you with all your trailer needs. We’re dedicated
to serving you now and in the future. Whether you are seeking new or used trailers,
or convenient maintenance or service, we’re here for you. Let us prove it.
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