What is the difference between a panel van and a tarpaulin sprinter?

A panel van has a rigid sealed load area accessible only from the rear — full weather and security protection, no side or top loading access. A tarpaulin sprinter has a tarpaulin cover over the load bed that allows top and side loading while providing weather protection. Both carry payloads below 1,500 kg. The tarpaulin sprinter is the correct choice when the collection address requires top or side loading access and the consignment fits within the van payload range.

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