Landscape Truck Bodies: Standard vs DovetailLandscape dump trucks are used by landscapers who need to move large quantities of soil or mulch from a garden center to a residential or commercial job site. Once the landscaper has arrived, they can tip the contents out the back of the truck using the built-in hydraulic lift. Dovetail landscape trucks are ideal for landscapers who work in many different locations and need to move mowers, trimmers and tools to each job site. The rear hatch folds down to create a ramp for loading and unloading equipment with ease.