RKI Service Bodies & Crane Bodies for Sale — Wharton, TX
Star Truck Equipment is an RKI dealer in Wharton, TX, serving Houston, the Gulf Coast and Texas oilfield country. RKI (Rawson-Koenig) manufactures in Houston, TX — so parts, support and replacement panels are close by, which matters when a service truck is down. Their line runs from single-rear-wheel utility bodies up to heavy crane-ready bodies.
In stock right now: 20 RKI units, starting at $8,500. Professional installation at our Wharton shop, usually completed in one business day.
Browse current inventory → or call (979) 532-1486 for a quote on your truck.
RKI Prices and Models In Stock
These are real units on our lot in Wharton, TX, with current starting prices — not manufacturer list prices.
| Model line | Body type | Cab-to-axle sizes in stock | Units in stock | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RKI L | Service body | 40″, 42″, 57″, 60″ | 8 | $8,500 |
| RKI T | Service body | 40″, 42″ | 2 | $9,750 |
| RKI S | Service body | 56″, 60″, 84″ | 4 | $12,900 |
| RKI C | Service body | 84″ | 6 | $17,000 |
Prices shown are cash or Texas check prices as of August 2026, plus tax. Installation is $1,500 on most trucks. Inventory moves — check live inventory or call (979) 532-1486 to confirm availability.
RKI Model Lines Explained
- RKI L — RKI’s L-series service/utility body — the volume line, available for both SRW and DRW chassis. Enclosed compartments for tools, parts and equipment.
- RKI T — T-series service body, a step up in compartment configuration for crews carrying more gear.
- RKI S — S-series heavy service body for larger chassis, including crane-ready configurations.
- RKI C — RKI crane bodies — reinforced for a mounted crane, built for oilfield, pipeline and heavy mechanical service work.
How to Choose the Right RKI Bed for Your Truck
Two measurements decide what fits, and getting them wrong is the most common mistake buyers make:
- Cab-to-axle (CA) — measure from the back of the cab to the center of the rear axle. This is the number that determines which bed length fits your chassis. We stock 40″, 42″, 56″, 57″, 60″ and 84″ CA.
- SRW vs DRW — single rear wheel or dual rear wheel. Dually trucks need a wider bed with different wheel-well spacing; they are not interchangeable.
After that it comes down to how you work the truck. If you haul and need maximum open deck, go with an open flatbed. If you carry tools and want them locked up, a skirted bed or service body is worth the extra money. If you are lifting heavy equipment, you need a crane-ready body from the start — retrofitting later costs more.
Not sure? Call (979) 532-1486 with your year, make and model and we will tell you exactly what fits.
Installation, Delivery and Financing
We install every bed we sell at our Wharton, TX facility. A typical installation includes removing your factory bed, mounting and aligning the new body, full wiring integration (tail, turn, brake and reverse lights), and hitch connection — then a final inspection before you drive off. Installation is $1,500 on most trucks and most jobs finish the same business day.
We deliver throughout Texas and into Louisiana, and we can point you to local and national lenders for financing. See our financing options.
How RKI Compares to Other Brands
We carry multiple brands, so we have no reason to oversell one. Honest head-to-head comparisons:
Who Buys RKI Around Here
RKI is a Gulf Coast oilfield and industrial-service brand. Buyers are pump-and-motor service companies, pipeline crews, plant maintenance contractors and utility fleets — outfits that need a body that survives daily abuse and a manufacturer close enough to get parts fast.
What Comes Standard
Exact equipment varies by model line, but the flatbeds we stock typically arrive with LED brake, clearance and reverse lighting, a sealed wiring harness, a rear bumper with receiver hitch, a 30,000 lb gooseneck hitch, a headache rack, and rub rails with stake pockets. Service and utility bodies come with the compartment layout for that line, and crane bodies add the reinforced subframe. Ask us for the exact spec sheet on any unit before you buy — we will send it.
Why Buy From Star Truck Equipment
- We stock multiple brands — 20 RKI units are on the lot alongside our other lines, so we can point you to the right bed instead of the only bed.
- We install what we sell — same-day on most trucks, done by a team that fits these bodies every week.
- Real prices on the website — what you see is the cash or Texas check price, not a lead-bait number.
- Delivery and financing — across Texas and into Louisiana, with local and national lenders available.
RKI Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an RKI service body cost?
In-stock RKI bodies at Star Truck Equipment currently start at $8,500 for an L-series utility body and run to about $21,150 for a heavy crane body. Cash or Texas check price, plus tax and installation. Call (979) 532-1486 for a quote.
Where are RKI bodies made?
RKI (Rawson-Koenig) manufactures in Houston, Texas. For Gulf Coast fleets that means short parts lead times and local support — a real advantage over brands shipping in from out of state.
What’s the difference between an RKI service body and a crane body?
A service body carries tools and parts in enclosed compartments. A crane body (RKI’s C-series) adds a reinforced subframe and outriggers so a hydraulic crane can be mounted and worked safely. If you’re lifting pumps, motors or valves, you need the crane body.
Which RKI sizes do you stock?
We carry cab-to-axle sizes including 40″, 42″, 56″, 57″, 60″ and 84″ across the L, T, S and C series, for SRW and DRW chassis.
Do you mount cranes too?
Yes — we install crane bodies and mount cranes (including Tiger and Auto Crane) at our Wharton facility. Call (979) 532-1486 to discuss your build.
Visit Star Truck Equipment in Wharton, TX
We are at 2507 County Rd 231, Wharton, TX 77488 — an easy drive from Houston, Katy, Sugar Land, Richmond, Rosenberg, Victoria and Columbus. Come walk the lot and see RKI truck bodies in person, or call (979) 532-1486 and we will send photos and pricing the same day.