Bookmobiles

As an industry leader in the design and production of highly-customized bookmobiles, Matthews Specialty Vehicles offers long-established expertise to organizations committed to spreading the joy of reading.

Through an innovative process, mobile libraries allow books to be shelved inside the specialty vehicle, allowing patrons to browse the selection when the bookmobile is parked. A mobile library truck or bus allows you to serve areas that do not have access to a traditional library. They can also serve elderly groups and others who have difficulties traveling to a traditional library. Mobile libraries are capable of carrying large print books, audio books, IT equipment and come standard with internet access.

We offer a full line of platforms to custom build your bookmobile. Choose from our Sprinter book haulers, trucks, step vans, buses and full-size custom coaches. We even offer trailer options. Our bookmobiles range in size from 16 ft. to 45ft. vehicle to comfortably fit your goals.

Bookmobile Bus Configuration

We are one of the few companies who have the capability to build a completely custom bookmobile bus tailored to your needs. We offer both a rear engine and a front engine configuration, along with various interior and electrical features you won’t find anywhere else on the market.

Interior Bus Features:

• Commercial Grade Flooring
• Acoustical or vinyl Ceiling
• Custom Designed Interior – Shelving: Oak / Maple / Aluminum
• Holds 3,000 to 6,000 Volumes
• Optional Wheelchair Lift
• Optional Lavatory

Bus HVAC Features:

• Rooftop Air Conditioners
• 1,500-watt Electric Heaters
• Optional Cab Air Conditioning

Mobile Library Truck Configuration

We also offer fully custom mobile library trucks. Our mobile library trucks come fully outfitted with all the comforts and conveniences of a local library, and add the ability to roll right up to your front door.

Interior Truck Features:

• Commercial Grade Flooring
• Drop FRP or Vinyl Ceiling – Custom Designed Interior – Shelving: Oak / Maple / Aluminum
• Holds 1,500 to 3,000 Volumes
• Optional Wheelchair Lift
• Optional Lavatory
• Available Cutaway Cab Access

Truck HVAC Features:

• Rooftop Air Conditioners
• 1,500-watt Electric Heaters
• Optional Cab Air Conditioning

Mobile Library Van Configuration

Built using our Sprinter chassis we offer nimble mobile library vans to help grow your mobile outreach program. Our versatile van configuration is available in both gas or diesel models comes with an optional handicap ramp or lifts.

Interior Van Features:

• Commercial Grade Flooring
• FRP or Vinyl Ceiling
• Custom Designed Interior
• Shelving: Aluminum
• Holds 500 to 1,000 Volumes
• Optional Handicap Ramp or Lift

HVAC Van Features:

• Rear Air Conditioners
• Standard Cab Air Conditioning

Why Choose Matthews Specialty Vehicles

At Matthews Specialty Vehicles, we are the premier specialty vehicle manufacturer with over 20 years’ experience in specialty conversions. Our bookmobile and mobile library products are in use all across the country. Our vehicles are serving libraries, schools, and community outreach programs. Let our mobile library products serve your organization today.