How to Choose a Morgue Cart: Body Transport Guide

A morgue cart is a wheeled transport device for moving the deceased within funeral homes, morgues, and medical facilities — safely and with dignity. Here's how to choose the right one.

What to look for

• Weight capacity. Match to your heaviest realistic cases, including bariatric needs.
• Height and loading. Adjustable-height and single-operator designs make transfers to and from coolers and tables easier.
• Mobility. Quality casters with locks for smooth, stable movement.
• Surface and build. Stainless or easily sanitized surfaces that hold up to daily use.

Types

Options range from simple flat transport carts to covered cadaver carriers and multi-level carts. Browse our morgue carts and body transport and cots and stretchers.

Choosing yours

Pick the cart that fits your facility's layout, cooler height, and caseload, and pair it with the right body lift for safe transfers.