Portland Film Truck Rentals for Art Department and Scenic Crews. Get What You Booked—Every Single Time

Rose City Film Trucks rents film production vehicles in Portland for art department, scenic, and set decoration crews. Fleet includes 12 to 26 foot box trucks, a high-roof Sprinter van, and units with cantilever lift gates. Operating since 2009. Every truck is ours. Every rental is personal. No middlemen, no surprises.

Fleet

Why Film Crews Choose Rose City Film Trucks

Since 2009, Rose City Film Trucks has supported film, TV, commercial, and digital productions across the Pacific Northwest with reliable, production-ready vehicles.

We’re a small, independent rental company run by industry professionals—so you get the equipment you need, backed by people who understand how your set runs.

Our fleet includes box trucks in multiple sizes, a high roof sprinter van, and units equipped with key features like cantilever lift gates and jockey boxes—depending on your project’s needs.

Whether you're shooting in a tight residential street or staging a full basecamp, we’ll help you find the right fit.

Insurance Requirements

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Certificate Holder: Rose City Filming Trucks, LLC.

Contact: (971) 319-0907, rosecityfilmtrucks@gmail.com

Minimum Coverage Requirements

• Listed as Additional Insured and loss payee
• $100,000 Hired Auto
• $1,000,000 General Aggregate Liability
• $500,000 Misc. Rented Equipment

Frequently Asked Questions

Art Department & Scenic Truck Rentals in Portland

What types of trucks does Rose City Film Trucks rent for art department, scenic, and set dec use?

We offer a range of production vehicles suitable for art departments, scenic teams, props, and set decoration. Our fleet includes box trucks in multiple sizes, from compact cube trucks to full 5-ton vehicles, and a High Roof Sprinter Van. These trucks are chosen by Portland-area crews for transporting flats, props, scenic builds, signage, furniture, and set materials.

Do you rent grip trucks?

Not exactly. Grip trucks typically come fully outfitted with grip gear, carts, and built-in storage for flags, stands, and lighting. At Rose City Film Trucks, we provide empty trucks (including box trucks and a High Roof Sprinter Van) that are ideal for art department, scenic, and props use, giving you the flexibility to load your own equipment and organize the interior as you need. Many productions looking at grip truck rentals choose our trucks when they want to control their loadout and avoid paying for gear they don't need.

What's the difference between a grip truck and an art department truck?

Grip trucks are usually stocked with stands, flags, apple boxes, c-stands, and have specialized built-in storage. Our trucks, including the High Roof Sprinter Van, are open, empty, and versatile, giving your crew a blank slate for transporting materials, set dressing, and props. If you want to bring your own carts or bins, our vehicles provide an affordable and flexible option.

Can I customize the interior for my department's needs?

Yes. Because our trucks and High Roof Sprinter Van are not pre-loaded with gear, you can organize the interior however you like. Bring your own racks, shelving, foam padding, or carts. Several trucks are equipped with e-track systems so you can clip in straps and secure your load.

Truck Features, Sizes & Availability

What sizes and types of trucks are available?

Our fleet includes 26-foot 5-ton box trucks for large scenic, art, or set dec loads; 16 to 20 foot cube trucks for smaller loads or tighter locations; and a High Roof Sprinter Van for lighter loads, run-and-gun shoots, or city locations where a van fits better. All vehicles are maintained and ready for production use.

Are lift gates available? What types?

Yes. Our trucks have cantilever or chain hoist lift gates for loading heavy or oversized scenic pieces, flats, or props. The High Roof Sprinter Van does not have a lift gate, but its low step-in height makes it easy to load. Check the fleet specs or contact us to confirm the lift gate type on your preferred truck.

Are your trucks production-ready?

Yes. Our trucks and the High Roof Sprinter Van are maintained to professional standards and designed for set use. They feature lift gates (where available), interior lighting, and flexible cargo spaces, ready for art departments, scenic, and props crews across Portland and the Pacific Northwest.

Booking, Pricing & Usage

What kind of productions do you serve?

We work with TV and film shoots, commercials, digital content, photoshoots, and indie projects in Portland and the surrounding region. Our trucks and High Roof Sprinter Van are frequently booked by art departments, props teams, and set decorators.

How do I book a truck or van, and what info do you need?

Use our online request form or contact us directly. We need your shoot dates, preferred truck or van type and size, pickup and drop-off times, and any special requirements such as lift gates or e-track.

Do you offer delivery and pickup?

At this time, we do not offer delivery or pickup services. All vehicles, including our box trucks and High Roof Sprinter Van, are available for pickup at our Portland location. We can recommend third-party transport on request.

Can I rent a truck or van last-minute?

We do our best to accommodate last-minute and same-day requests, based on fleet availability. Reach out and we will respond as quickly as possible.

Insurance, Specs & Requirements

What about insurance and licensing?

We require a valid driver's license and proof of insurance. Minimum coverage requirements include being listed as Additional Insured and loss payee, $100,000 Hired Auto, $1,000,000 General Aggregate Liability, and $500,000 Misc. Rented Equipment. See the Insurance section at https://rosecitytrucks.com/#insurance for full details.

Are there special features inside the trucks and van?

Many trucks include e-track systems for securing gear, interior lighting, and durable cargo spaces. If you need a particular feature such as e-track, ramp, or additional straps, let us know.

Can I see detailed specs for each truck and the High Roof Sprinter Van?

Yes. Detailed specs including truck and van length, interior dimensions, lift gate type, and special features are available on our Fleet page.

Location & Service Area

Where are you located? What areas do you serve?

We are based in Portland, Oregon, and serve productions across the Portland metro area and the greater Pacific Northwest, from Eugene to Seattle and beyond.

Where can I find art department truck rental in Portland?

Rose City Film Trucks specializes in art department truck rental in Portland, offering box trucks and a High Roof Sprinter Van for scenic, props, and set dec needs.

Common Questions

Is there a film truck rental for props and scenic crews?

Yes. Our trucks and High Roof Sprinter Van are frequently chosen by props and scenic teams who need production-ready vehicles for film shoots.

What's a good grip truck alternative in Portland?

If you don't need a fully equipped grip truck, our empty trucks and High Roof Sprinter Van are alternatives for art, scenic, or props departments in Portland. You only pay for the vehicle, not for gear you won't use.

Do you provide production trucks for art department use?

Yes. Our box trucks and High Roof Sprinter Van are designed for art departments that need adaptable vehicles for transporting gear and set pieces.

Do you offer film equipment trucks with cantilever lift gates?

Many of our box trucks feature chain hoist or cantilever lift gates. The High Roof Sprinter Van does not have a lift gate, but its low step-in height makes loading easy.

Can I rent a scenic truck for my film shoot?

Yes. We offer scenic truck and High Roof Sprinter Van rentals for film shoots of all sizes throughout Portland and the Pacific Northwest.

Get in Touch

Book your film production vehicle by contacting Buddy Rosenberg at (971) 319-0907 or Email: rosecityfilmtrucks@gmail.com.