Cab & Chassis Trucks For Sale in California
58 cab & chassis trucks available from dealers in California
Cab and chassis trucks are sold without a pre-mounted body, providing a platform for custom upfits — service bodies, flatbeds, dump bodies, utility beds, cranes, and more. Available in Class 3 through Class 8, they are the foundation of nearly every vocational specialty truck.
Popular Cab & Chassis Makes in California
Top Cities for Cab & Chassis in California
Other Truck Types in California
2019 Isuzu NRR
$37,247158,353 mi
West Sacramento, CA
2024 Kenworth
$40,000123 mi
Montebello, CA
2025 Kenworth T480
Call for Price3,018 mi
Fontana, CA
Common Uses for Cab & Chassis Trucks in California
- Utility and telecom service bodies for field technicians
- Custom dump body upfits for construction and landscaping
- Stake or flatbed body builds for agriculture and general freight
- Crane and boom truck builds for construction and utility work
- Ambulance, fire apparatus, and emergency vehicle chassis
- Wrecker and rollback tow truck chassis
What to Look for When Buying a Cab & Chassis in California
- GVWR and payload rating — determines what body weight and cargo the truck can legally carry
- Cab-to-axle (CA) measurement — distance from back of cab to center of rear axle; must match body length spec
- Frame rail dimensions — inside width and flange height must match the upfitter's body mounting requirements
- PTO (power take-off) provisions — required for hydraulic pumps, cranes, and aerial lifts; verify engine and transmission PTO compatibility
- Wheelbase — longer wheelbase improves stability with heavy bodies
- Single vs. tandem rear axle — single for lighter work under 26,000 lbs GVWR; tandem for heavy vocational builds
Cab & Chassis Price Ranges in California
Cab & Chassis Financing in California
Cab & Chassis Financing for Owner-Operators in California
Owner-operators in California can finance new and used cab & chassis trucks through dealer financing programs, commercial lenders, and SBA loans. Most California dealers offer in-house financing with flexible down payments and terms from 36 to 84 months.
Commercial Truck Loan Options in CA
Financing a cab & chassis in California is available through banks, credit unions, and specialty commercial lenders. Rates depend on credit score, down payment, and the truck's age and condition. Dealers listed on TruckRadar can connect you with financing options directly.
Fleet & Equipment Financing in CA
Fleet buyers in California can access equipment financing lines of credit for purchasing multiple cab & chassis trucks. Dealers across California offer volume pricing and dedicated fleet financing programs. Contact dealers directly through each listing.
Cab & Chassis Truck FAQ
What is cab-to-axle (CA) measurement and why does it matter?
Cab-to-axle is the distance in inches from the back of the cab to the center of the rear axle. Body builders require a minimum CA to fit the desired body length while keeping the load centered over the axles. Buying a chassis with the wrong CA for your intended body is a costly mistake — verify the spec with your upfitter before purchasing.
Can I buy a used cab and chassis and have a custom body installed?
Yes — used chassis are routinely re-bodied. The key is verifying the frame is straight and undamaged, checking that the chassis spec (GVWR, CA, PTO provisions) matches your intended body, and confirming there are no title or registration issues from a previous commercial use.
What is a PTO and which trucks have it?
A power take-off (PTO) is a mechanical device that transfers engine or transmission power to auxiliary equipment — hydraulic pumps, cranes, aerial work platforms, and refrigeration units. Not all cab and chassis trucks come PTO-ready. When ordering new, specify PTO provisions up front; retrofitting is more expensive on some drivetrains.
Finding the Right Cab & Chassis in California
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Use our AI-powered search to find exactly what you need — type "used cab & chassis under $80k in California" or "cab & chassis with low miles near California" for instant results. Filter by make, model, price, mileage, engine, and more.
All cab & chassis listings on TruckRadar.Ai are sourced directly from California dealers — not aggregators — so you see the most accurate, up-to-date inventory available in the state. Financing options are available through most California dealers listed on our platform.
