Mobile market trucks
Mobile market trucks built for food access.
Farmers' Truck designs and builds mobile market trucks that bring fresh food into communities. For food banks, health systems, cities, schools and food hubs.
The basics
What are mobile market trucks?
Mobile market trucks are vehicles configured to work as grocery stores on wheels, often with refrigeration for fresh food. Farmers' Truck designs and builds them for food banks, health systems, municipalities, schools, faith-based organizations and regional food hubs.
They let organizations:
- Reach underserved communities with fresh, affordable food
- Go beyond fixed storefronts with flexible mobile routes
- Support produce distribution and community-centered food access
- Build engagement and visibility in the neighborhoods they serve
Choose your truck
Three mobile market trucks, built for how your program works.
Pickups and pop-ups, full markets, or high-volume distribution. Each truck is designed for a different job.
Small but mighty
Cherry Truck
From pickup to pop-up. Nimble and practical.
Best for: food rescue, food hubs and pickup or drop-off operations that also run markets for the day.
- Rear barn doors with Thermo King refrigerated interior
- Foldable shelving and side door for pickup
- Turns into a pop-up market fast
Flagship
Farmers' Truck
Advanced, agile and battery powered.
Best for: full-service mobile markets, long-term programs and grant-funded pilots.
- Battery-powered multi-temp Thermo King refrigeration
- Awning door with 14-ft full-length display
- Full-width countertop and a 1- to 3-compartment sink
High volume
Pantry Truck
High capacity. Simple operation.
Best for: food banks and pantries moving volume quickly with smooth operations.
- Our largest display: 16 ft for dry and pre-packed goods
- 17-ft dry box with passive produce cooling
- Biggest standard capacity: about 3,200 lbs
Designed for dignity
Every truck, built with purpose.
Large concession doors, an ergonomic layout and accessible design. Fast to set up. Welcoming to shop.
Approachable
Open layouts, shade awnings, low counters.
Efficient
Smart storage. Battery power on the Farmers' Truck and Pantry Truck, no generator.
Customizable
Built for your mission, climate and community.
Dignified
Feels like a farmers' market, not a food line.
Compare
Mobile market trucks, side by side
| Model | Cherry Truck | Farmers' Truck | Pantry Truck |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Food rescue, pickup and drop-off, pop-up markets | Full-service markets, long-term programs, grant-funded pilots | High-volume distribution for food banks and pantries |
| Estimated capacity | 2,500 lbs | 1,700 lbs (up to 4,500 lbs with the E450 chassis upgrade) | 3,200 lbs |
| Refrigeration | Thermo King reefer (fresh zone) | Multi-temp Thermo King reefer (fresh and frozen) | Insulated passive produce cooler (ice packs) |
| Power | Vehicle engine | Battery, no emissions | Battery, no emissions |
| Display | Outside foldable table display | 14-ft awning display | 16-ft display for dry and pre-packed goods |
| CDL needed | No* | No* | No* |
What does a mobile market truck cost? A purpose-built mobile market truck typically runs $150,000 to $500,000, depending on size, refrigeration and build. See a full year-one budget or find funding.
Pictures and specs are for illustration. Actual product may vary. *CDL requirements vary by state.
Beyond the vehicle
Supporting the mobile market model
Launching a successful mobile market program takes more than equipment. It takes planning, training, funding pathways and operational clarity. Our goal is programs that are financially sustainable and operationally resilient.
- Vehicle selection and configuration guidance
- Route planning and stop selection strategy
- Operational know-how in the Mobile Market Playbook, free and open
- Funding identification and sustainability planning. See funding a mobile market
Some services are scoped to your program and may carry a fee.
Mobile market solutions for every sector
New to this? Read how to start a mobile market.
Not sure which truck fits?
Tell us about your program. We'll recommend the right model and setup.