For long-haul, over the road drivers, a sleeper semi cab is an essential. This house on wheels should have the comfort and functionality needs necessary to support the driver, so it's important to choose carefully. If you are looking to purchase a sleeper, here are some things to consider.

Berth Area

Many semi sleepers come with a single twin bed. If you're going to be team driving, you have to consider whether you want to share a bed with the other driver. In this case, you might want to look for a truck that offers two beds so that each driver has their own personal space.

You also have to consider how often you will actually sleep in the truck, opposed to a lodging facility. If you will spend the majority of your time sleeping in the truck, you want a bed that affords ample space to support a thick, quality mattress for your comfort.

Storage

On a long-distance haul, your truck will basically be your home away from home. For this reason, it's important that you be able to bring all your essentials with you. The cab needs to have a fair amount of storage in order to achieve this goal.

An ample storage system should consist of storage compartments on the sides and overhead areas of the cab, for greater convenience. There should also be lockable compartments if you will be sharing the space in the cab with someone else to store your valuables or personal things. Lastly, make sure there is a food storage system in place, such as a small refrigerator or thermoelectric cooler to preserve your food.

Power

Although you might not have given it much thought, proper comfort and care within the inside of a sleeper cab will come along with a great deal of power needs. Having an ample source of power can be the difference between feeling like you're traveling in a box or in a place of comfort.

Just think about all the devices you need to travel with, such as personal hygiene gear, cooking devices, personal electronics and support tools, such as a navigation system. Ideally, you want to choose a truck with an auxiliary power unit, or APU. While there are a number of options with inverters, an APU can give you greater access to power.

Choosing a sleeper semi should be a process that you take your time completing. Remember, you will be spending a great deal of time in your truck, so you want to choose wisely. For more information, contact Arrow Truck Sales or a similar company.