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Sprinter Van: Size, Capacity and Cost for Freight

A Sprinter van is a large cargo van, named after the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, used for expedited freight and able to carry about three to four pallets and around 3,000 lb.

In plain English

A Sprinter van is tall enough to load pallets with a pallet jack and wide enough for standard pallets, though some are cramped at the wheel wells. It travels like a car, so it can reach tight sites and dock-less addresses.

Many are available on short notice, and drivers often arrive within an hour or two.

Why it matters when you ship

It is the sweet spot between a small cargo van and a box truck. Use the Sprinter dimensions to check that your freight fits.

What it looks like in our data

3 to 4pallets
~3,000 lbpayload
$183under 50 miles
$2,2572,001 to 2,500 miles

From our own Sprinter van quotes. Prices depend on lane, timing and load. See Sprinter van delivery.

Example

A contractor needs three pallets of fixtures delivered across town today. A Sprinter van arrives for pickup within an hour and delivers directly.

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Sprinter van: common questions

How many pallets fit in a Sprinter van?

Usually three to four standard pallets, depending on the van length and the pallet height.

How much does a Sprinter van cost for freight?

In our quotes, about $183 for under 50 miles up to about $2,257 for 2,001 to 2,500 miles.

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Cite as: Transportli, “Sprinter Van: Size, Capacity and Cost for Freight”, https://transportli.com/glossary/sprinter-van/, updated November 11, 2026.

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