The ROGERS ALUMINUM SERIES dump body is a lighter-weight solution for all standard hauling. All structural members consist of aircraft-grade alloy material. Sides are 5/32-inch thick, floor and tailgate are 1/4-inch plate. 3/8-inch aluminum plate is used on the rear 79-inch of floor, delivering excellent wear characteristics. Boxed style cross-members are placed on approximate 12-inch centers. Extra heavy-duty cross-members are used in both front and rear sections of the body floor structure. Heavy-duty 6 x 3-inch extrusions are used for the longitudinal members. Various styles of tailgates are available, including straight, sloping, coal chutes, and hydraulic hi-lift. Cylinders inside the rear posts provide protection. Various cabshield and asphalt lip sizes are available, as is an optional electric tarp assembly with rubrail springs.