Liftgate
Term · Logistics and supply chain · MLC-T-LOG-000161
A hydraulic or electric platform mounted on the rear of a truck or trailer, designed to raise and lower cargo between the ground and the vehicle's bed. This equipment facilitates the loading and unloading of heavy or bulky items when a loading dock or forklift is unavailable. Liftgates are commonly found on delivery trucks for residential or commercial deliveries.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LOG-000161 |
|---|---|
| Field | Logistics and supply chain |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "A hydraulic or electric platform mounted on the rear of a truck or trailer, designed to raise and lower cargo between the ground and the vehicle's bed. This equipment facilitates the loading and unloading of heavy or bulky items when a loading dock or forklift is unavailable. Liftgates are commonly found on delivery trucks for residential or commercial deliveries.",
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/logistics/liftgate/"
}
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