Head to head
Citroen Relay vs Ford Transit Large Van
The Citroen Relay is a large panel van, the citroen-badged sibling of the peugeot boxer and fiat ducato.. The Ford Transit Large Van is a large panel van, the long-running ford transit in l3h3 350 form as offered on uk commercial hire fleets..
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Citroen Relay | Ford Transit Large Van | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | up to 2 tonnes on selected versions | 1098 kg (350 L3H3) |
| Load volume | 10-17 m3 depending on body configuration | 12.4 m3 (L3H3) |
| Load length | 3.12-4.07 m depending on version | 3533 mm (L3H3) |
| Towing capacity | 2250-3000 kg braked depending on version | 2800 kg |
| Gross weight | - | 3500 kg |
Sources: Citroen Relay, Ford Transit Large Van. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Relay if...
The Relay covers the same broad range of lengths, heights and GVWs as its Boxer sibling, and is chosen by UK fleets on similar terms: load volume and conversion flexibility over brand cachet.
Full Relay specifications →Buy or hire the Large Van if...
The large Transit remains a fleet mainstay for removals and trade work needing more room than the Custom, with this L3H3 350 spec representing a common mid-range hire configuration.
Full Large Van specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Citroen Relay and the Ford Transit Large Van?
The Citroen Relay is a large panel van, the Citroen-badged sibling of the Peugeot Boxer and Fiat Ducato.; the Ford Transit Large Van is a large panel van, the long-running Ford Transit in L3H3 350 form as offered on UK commercial hire fleets..
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