Garbage Truck Bodies Market Report 2026

The garbage truck bodies market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.58 billion in 2025 to $5.96 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to urban waste management expansion, steel body dominance, municipal fleet upgrades, demand for higher compaction efficiency, growth of specialized truck bodies.

The garbage truck bodies market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.64 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to electric truck adoption, smart waste infrastructure investments, use of aluminum and composite materials, automation integration, demand for modular body designs. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of lightweight truck bodies, growth of automated body designs, expansion of electric-compatible bodies, demand for high-durability materials, customization for urban waste needs.

The increasing generation of residential waste is expected to drive growth in the garbage truck body market. Residential waste consists of household items such as food scraps, packaging, paper, and other materials disposed of by residents. This rise in residential waste is driven by population growth, improved living standards, and a convenience-focused, disposable culture, which contributes to higher consumption of goods and packaging materials. Garbage truck bodies are essential for managing residential waste, as they provide efficient solutions for collecting, compacting, and transporting large volumes of household waste to disposal or recycling facilities, helping maintain clean and hygienic communities. For example, in February 2024, the United Nations Environment Programme projected that global municipal solid waste generation would increase from 2.3 billion metric tons in 2023 to 3.8 billion metric tons by 2050. This growth in residential waste generation is expected to continue driving demand in the garbage truck body market.

Key companies operating in the garbage truck bodies market are concentrating on the development of innovative solutions, such as fully electric refuse vehicle bodies, to improve sustainability, efficiency, and overall operational performance compared with traditional diesel truck bodies. Fully electric refuse vehicle bodies are the primary structural and functional components of garbage trucks powered entirely by electric systems, designed to efficiently handle, compact, and transport waste while reducing greenhouse gas emissions, lowering operating and maintenance costs, minimizing noise pollution, and supporting environmentally sustainable waste management practices. For instance, in July 2025, Mack Trucks Inc., a U.S.-based commercial vehicle manufacturer, delivered its first Mack LR Electric Refuse Vehicle under the Bronx Is Breathing initiative. The vehicle combines an electric chassis with an ergonomically designed refuse body, an efficient hydraulic compaction system, and regenerative braking integration, and is used in municipal solid waste collection. Its benefits include zero tailpipe emissions, reduced noise levels, lower maintenance requirements, and support for cleaner urban waste management.

In March 2024, Morgan Truck Body LLC, a U.S.-based manufacturer of dry freight and refrigerated truck bodies, announced its acquisition of Transit Truck Bodies Inc. for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition aims to expand Morgan Truck Body's manufacturing footprint and capabilities across North America, enhancing its market reach and service offerings. The acquisition also provides Transit Truck Bodies' customers with access to a broader network and additional resources. Transit Truck Bodies Inc. is a U.S.-based company specializing in custom-built bodies for garbage trucks.

Major companies operating in the garbage truck bodies market report include BYD Company Ltd., Volvo Group, Scania AB, Dongfeng Motor Corporation, Dover Corporation, Oshkosh Corporation, China National Heavy Duty Truck Group Co. Ltd., Chengli Special Automobile Co. Ltd., Fulongma Group Co. Ltd., FAUN Umwelttechnik GmbH & Co. KG, DENNIS EAGLE LTD, McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Heil Environmental Industries Ltd., Amrep, EZ Pack Holding Ltd., Galbreath Inc., Bridgeport Manufacturing, Labrie Environmental Group, J&J Truck Bodies & Trailers, Curbtender Sweepers LLC, Haul-All Equipment Ltd., Cryotec Anlagenbau GmbH, Kirchhoff Group.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the garbage truck bodies market in 2025. The regions covered in the garbage truck bodies market report include Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the garbage truck bodies market report include Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The garbage truck bodies market consists of sales of roll-off trucks, compactor bodies, split-body trucks, and electric-powered bodies. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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