Its 17.1m³ load area and tail lift make it Alco's most spacious option. Whether a particular desk, cabinet or machine fits depends on the exact dimensions and weight.
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Moving office is different from moving house: downtime matters, IT equipment needs careful handling and bulky furniture often has to pass through lifts, corridors and restricted loading areas. A self-drive van can work well when your team can pack and move the contents itself.
Plan an office move by load type
- IT equipment: pack monitors, computers and peripherals separately and protect them from impact and movement.
- Desks and furniture: dismantle where practical and label components so reassembly is faster.
- Files and records: use manageable boxes and keep confidential material controlled.
- Stock and equipment: confirm both dimensions and weight before choosing a van.
Which van for an office move?
| Van | Load volume | Payload | Load area (L × W × H) | Rear opening (W × H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SWB Ford Transit | 6.2m³ | 869kg | 2,495 × 1,745 × 1,430mm | 1,540 × 1,350mm |
| LWB Ford Transit | 11.0m³ | 1,192kg | 3,399 × 1,745 × 1,855mm | 1,540 × 1,796mm |
| 3.5-tonne Luton tail lift | 17.1m³ | 1,150kg | 3,910 × 2,020 × 2,160mm | 1,890 × 1,930mm |
Dimensions, payloads and capacities are a guide. If a measurement or capacity is critical to your job, please confirm it with Alco before booking or loading.
The LWB can be a strong choice for desks, chairs and boxed files because of its longer 3,399mm load area. The Luton adds more volume and a tail lift for suitable bulky items.
Reduce downtime
Pack and label before collection, reserve loading space at both premises where possible, decide the unloading order in advance, and keep essential IT or business-critical items separate from general furniture.
For a larger company move or repeated journeys, compare the office-moving requirement with business van hire and contact Alco if a standard online booking is not flexible enough.
Load and drive safely
Secure office furniture and equipment so it cannot slide or fall. Keep heavy items low and distribute weight sensibly. Larger vans require additional care for height, width, braking and reversing. See the Alco van-hire driving guide.
Office move FAQs
Is the Luton suitable for office furniture?
Can the tail lift be used for heavy equipment?
The published tail-lift capacity is 450kg. The item must also be suitable and safe to move on a tail lift, and the vehicle must not exceed its payload.
What should be loaded first?
Plan around stability and unloading order. Heavy stable items should generally be kept low and secured, while items needed first at the destination should not be buried behind everything else.
Can I obtain a business VAT invoice?
Yes. Alco produces the final VAT invoice after the hire, once any additional charges are known.
What if the move requires several days?
Check online availability or contact Alco for a quote if the requirement is more complex than a normal short hire.
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