The Vanguard VAF (Vanguard Aluminum Flatbed) is a 48' fully aluminum flatbed built for haulers who want serious capacity and the lightest possible trailer weight. Rated at 80,000 lbs distributed and 55,000 lbs concentrated in 4', it handles heavy, demanding freight while its all-aluminum construction—tipping the scales around 10,700 lbs—maximizes the payload you can legally carry on every run. That weight advantage means more revenue per load and better fuel economy, all backed by aluminum's natural corrosion resistance for years of low-maintenance service. For fleets running open-deck freight where every pound counts, the VAF is the lightweight workhorse that keeps your trucks loaded to capacity and your margins strong.