Chipper Truck SKYBOX – Retractable Roof Body
A RUGGED RETRACTABLE ROOF CHIP BODY BUILT FOR Chipper Trucks
Our all-new patented SKYBOX chip body goes beyond the functionality of our industry favorite fixed-roof chip body by offering a retractable roof that can quickly and easily be opened/closed by one operator without the need for any tools. Now, with a single truck you can chip trees and brush, then push the rear roof panels forward to load large or bulky landscaping material from above. The SKYBOX still features our popular smooth body side panels which are ideally suited to display your company logo and/or advertising messages.
Dependable Design
Two rugged roof panels easily roll forward and back thanks to SKYBOX’s stainless-steel track system and maintenance-free roller bearings.
Simple Operation
The Skybox roof panels are designed so that one person can open and close each of the panels without the need for any tools.
Secure Roof Panel Stowage
The SKYBOX roof panels come with heavy-duty, spring-loaded pins to hold each roof section securely in both their closed and open positions.
Plenty of Secure Storage
Large, lockable, vertical and horizontal, steel toolboxes ensure yo can securely haul all the tools and gear you need at the job site.
Durable Bed Liner
Coal tar epoxy bed liner protects the inside of your chip body from the daily onslaught of wood chips and helps to inhibit corrosion.
Tailgate & Ladder Box
The standard 30”-high tailgate swings 270° out of the way for easy dumping or material loading. The lockable ladder and pole storage box allows you access to your longer item without having to open the tailgate.
Power Hoist
The SKYBOX features a powerful 12V electric/hydraulic double acting hoist on 12-ft models, and a fully-hydraulic double-acting hoist on 14-ft models so dumping your load of wood chip is as simple as pressing a button.
Clean Appearance
SKYBOX’S smooth body side panels give your vehicle a clean appearance and provide ideal surfaces for your company’s logo and/or advertising message.
Medium-Duty Tow Package
T-60 Pintle hitch with 15K tow/2K tongue rating (typical for Class 5 chassis).
ARBORTECH ADVANTAGE
3 Year Limited Warranty
Our customers praise our build quality and attention to detail, and we back it up.
EXPRESS FULFILLMENT
With quick turnaround times, you’ll get your new truck to the jobsite sooner.
EXCELLENT SUPPORT
Our support staff is readily available for quotes, questions, and warranty requests.
Spec sheets and brochures
Built to easily release the biggest catches
Swing to the side the standard tailgate or drop-down the optional liftgate, and hit a button to loosen the load where desired. Our power hoist uses electricity (11′-12′ models) or hydraulics (14′-16′ models) to quickly and reliably release your catch of tree debris.
Optional handles, folding steps, and additional racks allow you to expand your hauling capacity to the roof with easy access to whatever you secure on top.
What to expect from ARBORTECH
Configuring
- Select a Ready-to-Roll or Quick-Config when you need a truck asap or configure yourself online.
- Receive expert consultation from a member of our sales team.
Buying
- We work with your preferred dealer or distributor to mount your new chip body on the chassis of your choosing.
- Provide your own chassis or ask us for dealer referrals.
Production
- Receive detailed estimates for when your truck will be ready.
- Receive periodic updates as your truck body is built.
Delivery
- We work to accurately forecast when your truck is available so you can confidently put it to work generating revenue.
Support
- Our 3-year warranty is incredible.
- Parts are available to replace worn and broken equipment.
We also offer…
FRB – Fixed Roof Body
Our most popular pick for maximum durability and capacity.
RRB - Removable Roof Body
Remove the roof to maximize your hauling capacity for trees, shrubs and more.
UAB – Urban Aerial Body
Looking for a used truck chassis?
ARBORTECH does not sell used truck chassis, but we do recommend trusted dealers nationwide who do.
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The Arbortech Advantage
Exceptional Quality
The number one compliment we receive from customers is praise for the quality of the build and the attention to detail.
Quick Service
Our chip body production and delivery time is typically faster than the estimated timeframes provided by our competitors.
Excellent Support
Our sales support staff are readily available and responsive to quotes, questions, parts orders and warranty requests.