Altec Work Trucks -the Ultimate Mobile Workshop
When you make your living on the road, the truck you drive is more than transportation—it’s your office, parts warehouse, and billboard rolled into one. Altec is well known for their line of bucket trucks, but their line of Work Truck bodies turns any chassis into a purpose‑built mobile workshop that’s ready for high‑volume service calls and tight job‑site schedules. Below, we break down what makes an Altec body a smart investment for trade contractors. With our expertise in leasing upfitted vehicles, Capital Lease Group can help you put one in your fleet—without tying up your working capital.
Three Materials, One Goal: The Perfect Fit for Your Trade
Altec is one of the few manufacturers that builds in aluminum, steel and fiberglass—so you get the performance you want without a materials “bias.” Choose:
| Material | Why You’ll Love It | Ideal Use‑Cases |
| Aluminum | Light weight for extra payload and fuel savings; naturally corrosion‑resistant | Coastal or snow‑belt routes where rust is a concern |
| Steel | Maximum strength and durability; easiest to repair | Heavy equipment hauling, crane mounts |
| Fiberglass | Patented composite core—the lightest and strongest in the class—plus 100 % stainless‑steel latches that never rust | High mileage service work where every pound counts |
Engineering Details That Keep You Productive
Altec sweats the small stuff so you don’t have to:
- 100 % stainless‑steel, two‑stage latches—watertight and rust‑free, with a visual “green‑closed/red‑open” indicator for quick checks.
- Gas‑prop‑assisted doors with dampeners—one‑handed operation, even on a ladder.
- B‑Line channel shelving—infinitely adjustable; shelves are rated to 250 lb and include dividers so fittings and breakers stay put.
- Ecoated interiors & galvaneal floors—maximum corrosion resistance and slip‑free footing when the weather turns.
Storage That Works as Hard as You Do
Electricians, plumbers, and HVAC techs carry very different payloads—but Altec’s standard compartmentation covers them all:
- Two vertical front compartments with adjustable divider shelves (perfect for conduit benders or pipe wrenches).
- Horizontal curb‑side compartment for longer items like fish tapes or refrigerant hoses.
- Shelves, dividers and door strikers all adjust without drilling, so you can re‑configure when your business expands.
Need more? Altec bodies can be factory‑engineered for racks, interior lighting, air compressors, or crane pedestals up to 43,000 ft‑lb—ideal for swapping rooftop units or setting transformers.
Uptime You Can Count On
Downtime kills margins. Altec backs its bodies with:
- 22 full‑service centers across the U.S. and Canada.
- 100+ mobile technicians who come to you for on‑site repairs and PMs.
That nationwide footprint means fewer hotel nights and happier dispatchers.
Lease It, Don’t Lose It—With Capital Lease Group
Partnering with Capital Lease Group lets you:
- Preserve cash for inventory and payroll with customized FMV or TRAC leases.
- Bundle the upfit—truck chassis, Altec body, cranes, even toolboxes—into one predictable monthly payment.
- Write off payments as an operating expense (consult your tax advisor).
We’ll spec the optimal Altec body for your trade and mileage profile, secure competitive financing, and coordinate delivery—all you do is turn the key.
Ready to Build Your Next Mobile Workshop?
Whether you’re rewiring a facility, re-piping a hotel, or servicing rooftop chillers in the dead of winter, an Altec Work Truck body keeps your tools organized, your crew safe, and your image professional. Contact Capital Lease Group today to price your Altec build‑out and see how affordable owning a premium service truck can be.
Put the right body behind your cab—and watch your productivity shift into high gear.
