Clark Truck Equipment Co.

What Clark Truck Equipment Co. does

Clark Truck Equipment Company, Inc. (CTE) is a privately-held, family-owned commercial truck equipment dealer, installer, and service provider headquartered at 501 Industrial Ave NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Founded in 1947 by Morris H. Clark as a Winter-Weiss branch and under Clark family control since 1964, the company has served commercial fleets, governmental/municipal agencies, and retail customers in New Mexico and the broader Southwest for over 75 years. The current 24,000 sq. ft. facility — established in 2001 — includes 14 drive-through bays equipped for welding and fabrication, 6.5 acres of fenced yard, and a stand-alone paint booth, with an average parts inventory exceeding $750,000.

The company operates a broad multi-product platform spanning 16 categories of mounted truck equipment, including aerial lifts (34' to 70' working height, insulated and non-insulated), truck-mounted cranes, dump bodies and hoists, liftgates, utility and service bodies, van and reefer bodies, gooseneck bodies, refuse equipment, snow and ice control systems, lubrication trucks, mobile power systems, pickup accessories, toolboxes and racks, and water/sewer trucks. Clark Truck Equipment is an authorized dealer for a wide portfolio of OEMs — Morgan, Dur-A-Lift, Stamm, UTEM, Tommy Gate, Knapheide, IMT, Palfinger/American Roll Off, Fisher, WARN, Federal Signal, and others — and bundles professional installation, repair, maintenance, and DOT compliance services (annual DOT inspections, dielectric testing, written crane and aerial inspections, Final Stage Certifications) performed by ASE-certified technicians with Master designation and DOL-certified welders.

Revenue is generated through four streams: one-time equipment sales (new truck equipment from multiple OEMs), professional installation services (typically bundled with equipment sales), recurring equipment repair and maintenance services (including fleet maintenance, DOT inspections, and trailer repairs), and parts sales (sustained by a $750,000+ inventory base). The go-to-market motion is sales-led and direct, with phone (505-880-8222) as the primary acquisition channel, supplemented by a content website (cte-nm.com), a Google Business Profile for local search, and dedicated sales, parts, and service department personnel. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; customers request quotes directly. The customer base mixes enterprise/government anchors (City of Albuquerque, Kirtland AFB, PNM, Navajo Utility Authority, mining operators) with a long tail of SMB and retail buyers across New Mexico and the Southwest.

Name

Clark Truck Equipment Co.

Legal name

Clark Truck Equipment Company Inc.

Website

https://cte-nm.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1947

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Clark Truck Equipment Co., Inc. is a family-owned, Albuquerque-based dealer and installer of specialized commercial truck equipment — aerial lifts, cranes, dump bodies, service bodies, and related upfits — serving commercial fleets, governmental agencies, and retail customers across New Mexico and the Southwest since 1947.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Truck Equipment Upfitting Services

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Body and Trailer Manufacturing (33621), Motor Vehicle Supplies and New Parts Merchant Wholesalers (42312)

SIC

Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts (5013), Truck Trailers (3715)

akta.pro primary industry

Truck Body & Upfitting Manufacturing (Box Bodies/Service Bodies/Cranes/Liftgates) (IMACABAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

General Heavy-Duty Truck & Bus Repair (Full-Service Shops) (TLAKABAA)

Keywords

• Truck equipment sales
• Truck equipment installation
• Fleet maintenance services
• Commercial truck bodies
• DOT compliance inspections

Headquarters

HQ city

Albuquerque

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Inventory, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Truck Equipment Sales: Sales of new truck equipment including aerial lifts, cranes, dump bodies, liftgates, utility bodies, van bodies, lighting, and accessories from various manufacturers. Revenue is generated through direct sales of equipment to commercial, governmental, and retail customers.
2. Equipment Installation: Professional installation of truck equipment performed by ASE-certified technicians. Installation services are bundled with equipment sales.
3. Equipment Repair and Maintenance Services: Repair and maintenance of truck-mounted equipment including liftgates, cranes, aerial units, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and body repairs. Also includes fleet maintenance, DOT inspections, and trailer equipment repairs.
4. Parts Sales: Sales of replacement parts and accessories for truck equipment. The company carries an average inventory value of $750,000+.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Clark Truck Equipment Co., Inc. sells, installs, repairs, and maintains specialized mounted equipment for commercial and work trucks from a 24,000 sq. ft. facility with 14 drive-through bays in Albuquerque, NM. The company acts as an authorized dealer for numerous major manufacturers (aerial lifts, cranes, dump bodies, liftgates, utility bodies, refuse equipment, snow removal, mobile power systems, van interiors, and pickup accessories), and bundles equipment sales with ASE-certified installation, custom fabrication, frame modifications, DOT compliance inspections, and ongoing fleet maintenance services across New Mexico and the broader Southwest.

Product overview

Clark Truck Equipment Company Inc. is a specialized truck equipment dealer and installer serving commercial, governmental, and retail markets in New Mexico and the Southwest since 1947. The company operates as a multi-product platform offering 16 distinct product categories centered on mounted truck equipment, including aerial lifts, cranes, dump bodies, liftgates, service bodies, and specialty truck upfits. The portfolio is complemented by installation, repair, and maintenance services through a 24,000 sq. ft. facility with 14 drive-through bays. Products span the full range of commercial truck equipment needs—from water/sewer trucks and refuse equipment to van interiors, snow plows, and mobile power systems—with certified ASE installation and DOT compliance services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Aerial Lifts Truck-mounted aerial lifts and bucket trucks ranging from 34' to 70' working height, available in insulated or non-insulated variants with optional material handling jibs. Sold, installed, and repaired for commercial and utility fleets.
• Truck Cranes / Mechanic Trucks Truck-mounted cranes for pickup to tandem axle applications including jib cranes, telescopic mechanics field service cranes, and knuckle cranes from manufacturers like AutoCrane, IMT, Liftmoore, and Venturo. Includes ANSI/OSHA-compliant installations.
• Gooseneck Bodies Steel and aluminum gooseneck truck bodies and platform bodies from CM, Knapheide, Cadet, and Bedrock for ¾ ton through tandem axle applications with various floor, rack, and side options.
• Hoists and Dump Bodies Conversion hoists for one-ton trucks and up, plus dump bodies with solid or fold-down sides from 2 cubic yards through 16 cubic yard capacity for 1½-ton through tandem axle applications.
• Liftgates Truck liftgates for pickups through largest trucks including Tommy Gate for light-duty and heavy-duty specialty liftgates from Maxon, Waltco, and Palfinger-Interlift, with installation and repair services.
• Truck Lighting LED truck lighting equipment including floodlights and warning lights from Federal Signal, Truck-Lite, Unity MFG, Whelen, Vision-X, and Go Light.
• Lubrication Equipment Mobile lubrication units including completely equipped lube trucks and portable lube skids from IMT and Sage Oil Vac for fleet vehicle service.
• Mobile Power Systems Mobile hydraulic, air, and electrical power systems including Chelsea, Muncie, and Force America hydraulic components; IMT, VanAir, VMAC compressors; and inverters from Dimensions, Magnum, Ultimate Power, and Vanner.
• Pickup Accessories Pickup truck accessories including headache racks, tool boxes, grill guards, cargo racks, and gooseneck hitches from Ranch Hand, Kargo Master, Rawson Koenig (RKI), JOBOX, B&W Hitch, and WARN Winch.
• Refuse Equipment Refuse bodies and roll-off systems from PALFINGER/American Roll Off, PALFINGER Grapple, Hooklifts, Galfab, and Switch-N-Go for waste hauling applications.
• Snow Removal and Ice Control Equipment Truck-mounted snow plows (6'-12') and spreaders (5 cu.ft to 15 cu.yard capacity) from Fisher, Henderson, SnowEx, Buyers, and SnoWay for pickup to larger truck applications.
• Toolboxes and Racks Construction-grade toolboxes and specialty truck racks from R.K.I, JOBOX, Knapheide, U.W.S, Delta, RC Boxes, Kargo Master, and Merritt, plus custom CTE fabrication for material racks and headache racks.
• Utility and Service Bodies Utility and service body trucks from Knapheide, IMT, Dakota, Brand FX, and Snug Top for plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general service applications with certified ASE installations.
• Van Interiors and Drawer Units Van interior systems and drawer units from Sortimo by Knapheide/EXPAND, Kargo Master, Ranger, and Master Rack, plus ladder racks and material racks for van organization.
• Van and Reefer Bodies Van bodies and refrigerated (reefer) bodies from Morgan Corporation including environmentally friendly, fully insulated reefer bodies with quality exteriors for graphics.
• Water and Sewer Trucks Water trucks and septic trucks in various models and gallonages in steel or aluminum, on-road or off-road configurations for contractor and water transport applications.
• Fleet Maintenance and Repair Services Truck equipment maintenance, repair, DOT inspections, crane repairs, aerial bucket repairs, frame modifications, and Final Stage Certifications performed by ASE-certified technicians at the 14-bay Albuquerque facility. Includes annual DOT truck/trailer inspections, written crane and aerial bucket inspections, and dielectric testing.

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

55 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Dur-A-LiftcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Dur-A-Lift as a dealer of aerial lifts (34' to 70' working height, insulated and non-insulated), and also provides repair services for Dur-A-Lift equipment including written inspections.
• StammcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Stamm as a manufacturer of aerial lifts and provides repair services for Stamm equipment.
• UTEMcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents UTEM as a manufacturer of aerial lifts and mounted cranes, providing repair services for UTEM equipment including written inspections.
• Tommy GatecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment is a dealer of Tommy Gate liftgates for light-duty pickup and van hauling applications, and specializes in Tommy Gate liftgate repairs.
• MaxonminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Maxon as a liftgate manufacturer for various truck applications.
• Waltco (Hiab)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Waltco (a Hiab brand) as a liftgate manufacturer.
• Palfinger-InterliftminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Palfinger-Interlift as a liftgate manufacturer.
• Morgan CorporationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment is the dealer of choice for Morgan van bodies and reefer bodies, known for reliable truck van bodies with customizable options.
• KnapheidecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment provides utility bodies and work shells from Knapheide, known for high quality and long life, with certified installations by ASE technicians.
• IMT (Iowa Mold and Tool)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents IMT for utility bodies and as a manufacturer of lube equipment and compressors, providing repair services including OEM parts for stick boom and knuckle boom cranes.
• Dakota BodiesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers utility bodies from Dakota Bodies as part of their product portfolio.
• Brand FXminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers utility bodies from Brand FX as part of their product lineup.
• Chelsea (Parker)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Chelsea (Parker) brand of hydraulic components and wet line kits for mobile hydraulic power applications.
• MuncieminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Muncie brand of hydraulic components for mobile power applications on trucks.
• Force AmericaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Force America brand of hydraulic components and wet line kits.
• VanairminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Vanair for mobile pressurized air systems (rotary and reciprocal compressors) and hydraulic powered welder/compressor/charger combination products such as the Air N Arc unit.
• DimensionsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Dimensions brand of UL tested inverters (quasi sine and pure sine wave, 12vdc to 120vac) with multi-year warranties.
• MagnumminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Magnum brand of inverters and inverter-chargers for mobile power applications.
• Palfinger/American Roll OffcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment is a top-of-the-line dealer of Palfinger/American Roll Off refuse equipment including roll-off systems.
• Palfinger GrappleminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Palfinger grapple equipment for knuckle boom cranes used in refuse handling.
• Galfab Roll OffminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers Galfab roll-off refuse equipment as part of their refuse equipment portfolio.
• Switch-N-GominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers Switch-N-Go body swap systems as an inexpensive means to swap different bodies using one truck.
• FishercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers Fisher snow plow applications for 4x4 pickups and larger trucks (6'-12' plows).
• SnowExcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers SnowEx snow plow applications and tailgate/hopper spreaders (5 cu.ft. to 15 cu.yard capacity) for snow and ice control.
• HendersonminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers Henderson snow plow products as part of their ice control equipment lineup.
• Buyers Products (SnowDogg)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Buyers Products (SnowDogg brand) for snow plow and ice control equipment.
• SnoWayminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers SnoWay snow plow products as part of their ice control equipment portfolio.
• HendersonminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Henderson as a truck hoist manufacturer for conversion hoist applications.
• RugbyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Rugby as a manufacturer of truck hoists and dump bodies.
• VenturominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Venturo as a manufacturer of truck hoists, cranes, and dump bodies.
• DuraclassminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Duraclass as a manufacturer of dump bodies for 1.5-ton through tandem axle applications.
• CM BodiescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment sells steel and aluminum gooseneck and platform bodies from CM for gooseneck trailer towing applications.
• CadetminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers Cadet gooseneck and platform bodies for rated hitches and flatbed applications.
• KnapheidecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers Knapheide gooseneck and platform bodies known for high quality and durability.
• Morgan Corp.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Morgan Corp. as a manufacturer of flatbed bodies.
• AutocranecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment provides Autocrane cranes for truck applications from basic pickup-mounted to tandem axle haulers, meeting ANSI and OSHA requirements.
• LiftmooreminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Liftmoore as a crane manufacturer for truck-mounted applications.
• Western MuleminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Western Mule as a crane manufacturer for truck-mounted applications.
• Sortimo by Knapheide/ExpandminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers Sortimo van interior systems including steel, aluminum, or fiberglass/composite material racks and accessories.
• Kargo MasterminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers Kargo Master van interiors and ladder/material racks as part of their van interior product line.
• Ranger DesignminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers Ranger Design van interior shelving and commercial vehicle storage solutions.
• Prime DesignminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers Prime Design ladder and cargo rack products for vans.
• R.K.I (Rawson Koenig)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment is a dealer of R.K.I toolboxes, racks, and pickup accessories for construction grade and specialty truck applications.
• UWS (Underwriter's Stack)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers UWS fuel transfer tanks and toolboxes as part of their pickup accessory lineup.
• MerrittminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers Merritt truck racks and equipment for commercial truck applications.
• Highway ProductsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Highway Products for truck racks and equipment.
• Ranch HandcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers Ranch Hand front bumpers, brush guards, and grille guards for pickup trucks as a quality pickup accessory.
• B&W HitchminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers B&W trailer hitches as part of their pickup accessory lineup.
• WARNcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment is a dealer of WARN winches and hoists for pickup and truck applications.
• Sage Oil VaccoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment works with Sage Oil Vac for specialty vacuum/pressure vessels, lube skids, and lube trailers as part of their lubrication truck unit offerings.
• Federal SignalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Federal Signal as a manufacturer of LED truck lighting equipment including warning lights.
• Truck-LiteminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers Truck-Lite LED truck lighting products.
• WhelenminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Whelen as a manufacturer of LED truck lighting equipment.
• Vision-XminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment offers Vision-X LED lighting equipment for trucks.
• Go LightminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorClark Truck Equipment represents Go Light as a manufacturer of truck lighting equipment.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Palfinger: Palfinger is a global manufacturer of truck-mounted cranes, aerial lifts, and refuse equipment — Clark's dealer partner and a broad incumbent in aerial and refuse equipment lines that Clark installs.
• Knapheide: Knapheide is a major manufacturer of truck bodies, utility bodies, and van interiors — a brand Clark sells as a dealer and a broad incumbent in the same work truck equipment category.
• Morgan Corporation (Morgan Olson): Morgan Corporation is a leading manufacturer of van bodies, reefer bodies, and specialty truck bodies — Clark's dealer partner and a broad incumbent competitor in the work truck body category.

Direct peers

• Auto Truck Group: Auto Truck Group is a multi-location commercial truck equipment upfitter and installer serving fleet customers across the U.S. — directly comparable to Clark's dealer/installer business model across cranes, liftgates, service bodies, and hoists.
• Reading Truck Body (J.B. Poindexter & Co.): Reading Truck Body manufactures and installs work truck bodies, dump bodies, and platform bodies, and operates an installer network — directly comparable to Clark's body-upfitting, hoist, and platform body lines.
• Truck Bodies & Equipment International (TBEI): TBEI is a multi-brand work truck body and equipment manufacturer/installer (including dump, refuse, and platform bodies) — closely comparable to Clark's vocational body and refuse equipment upfitting business.
• Marathon Truck Body: Marathon Truck Body is a regional truck body manufacturer and installer focused on commercial and municipal fleets — directly comparable in product mix (service bodies, dump bodies, custom upfits) and customer segments.
• Wilcoxson Truck Bodies: Wilcoxson Truck Bodies is a regional upfitter specializing in custom truck bodies, hoists, and refuse equipment — directly comparable to Clark's custom fabrication and hoist/dump body installation work.
• Stahl (a Reading Truck Body brand): Stahl manufactures service bodies, utility bodies, and crane bodies for work trucks — directly comparable product lines to Clark's utility/service body and crane upfit offerings.

Emerging players

• Brand FX Body Company: Brand FX is a manufacturer of composite utility and service bodies for work trucks — a brand Clark sells and a niche emerging player with overlapping product lines in service bodies.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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