Richardson 112 Cap: The Complete Guide for Bulk & Wholesale Orders
When it comes to wholesale trucker hats for corporate branding, few names carry as much weight as the Richardson 112 cap. It's the go-to choice for office managers ordering team gear, marketing coordinators building trade show kits, and event planners who need branded headwear that looks sharp and holds up. If you're researching which Richardson 112 model is right for your next bulk order, you're in the right place. We carry the complete Richardson 112 family — every model, every colorway — and we'll walk you through each one so you can place your order with confidence.
Why the Richardson 112 Cap Is the Industry Standard
The Richardson 112 trucker hat has earned its reputation the old-fashioned way: it fits well, it decorates beautifully, and it holds its shape order after order. The structured five-panel design with a snapback closure works for nearly every head size, which matters when you're ordering 50 or 500 caps for a team. The mesh back keeps things breathable without sacrificing the polished look your brand deserves.
For embroidery — the most common decoration method for branded caps — the Richardson 112 is one of the most forgiving blanks on the market. The front panel takes detail well, the buckram backing holds the design flat, and the colors stay consistent across large production runs. That consistency is exactly what you need when every hat in a box needs to look identical. Prefer a premium patch look? Leather, embroidered, woven, and rubber patches all apply beautifully to the 112 platform as well.
The Complete Richardson 112 Family
Richardson has expanded the 112 line over the years to cover different styles, fabrics, and use cases. Here's every model we carry, with direct links to shop and place your order.
Richardson 112 — The Original Trucker
The classic five-panel structured trucker with a flat bill, mesh back, and snapback closure. This is the workhorse of the line — versatile enough for any industry, any event, any team. Available in a huge range of solid and two-tone colorways, it's the safest choice when you need broad appeal across a large group. If you've ever received a branded company hat, there's a good chance it was a Richardson 112.
Best for: Corporate team gear, trade show giveaways, employee onboarding kits, client gifts.
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Richardson 112FP — Five Panel Trucker
The 112FP is built on the same foundation as the original but with a slightly different brim profile that gives it a more contemporary, lifestyle-forward feel. It keeps the same structured front panel and snapback fit that makes the 112 family reliable for bulk orders, but with a modern aesthetic that resonates with younger audiences.
Best for: Brands targeting a younger demographic, breweries, tech startups, creative agencies, lifestyle-oriented companies.
Richardson 112FPC — Five Panel Champ Trucker
The 112FPC takes the five-panel trucker silhouette and elevates it with the Champ construction — a slightly refined fit and finish that makes it a step up from the standard 112 for brands that want a more polished presentation. Same great decorating surface, sharper overall look.
Best for: Upscale corporate gifting, hospitality brands, companies that want a premium feel without going custom-fit.
Richardson 112FPR — Five Panel Trucker with Rope
The 112FPR adds a rope accent along the brim — a small detail that adds a lot of character. It bridges the gap between classic outdoor headwear and branded corporate gear, making it a natural fit for companies in agriculture, construction, outdoor recreation, or any brand that wants a more rugged, authentic look without sacrificing the quality and fit of the 112 platform.
Best for: Outdoor brands, ranch and agriculture companies, sports teams, businesses that want a textured, heritage-inspired aesthetic.
Richardson 112P — Printed Trucker
The 112P features printed fabric patterns — camo, Mossy Oak, Realtree, and other outdoor-inspired designs — on the front panel. It's the same trusted 112 construction underneath, just with a bolder starting point. Your logo or patch goes right on top, giving you a layered, more distinctive look straight out of the box.
Best for: Hunting brands, outdoor retailers, sporting goods companies, agricultural businesses, anyone who wants to lean into a terrain-inspired aesthetic.
Richardson 112PFP — Printed Five Panel Trucker
The 112PFP combines the five-panel construction of the 112FP with the printed fabric patterns of the 112P. You get the modern brim profile and the patterned front panel in one cap — with your embroidery or patch applied on top. More visual complexity right out of the box, with the same reliable fit and structure.
Best for: Outdoor and hunting brands that also want the contemporary five-panel silhouette. A strong choice when you want your branded cap to feel distinct from the standard trucker.
Richardson 112PM — Printed Mesh Trucker
The 112PM brings printed patterns to the mesh back as well — so the camo or outdoor print carries through the entire cap, not just the front panel. For brands that want a fully immersive, outdoor-authentic look, this is the model that delivers it.
Best for: Hunting and outdoor companies that want a fully branded, all-over patterned cap with no plain mesh showing.
Richardson 112PT — Printed Tactical Trucker
The 112PT takes the printed family in a tactical direction — Multicam, arid patterns, and military-inspired colorways. It's built on the same reliable 112 structure, designed for brands that operate in defense, law enforcement, security, or tactical outdoor markets.
Best for: Defense contractors, law enforcement agencies, tactical gear brands, military-adjacent organizations.
Richardson 112RE — Recycled Trucker
The 112RE is built from recycled materials — same great Richardson 112 fit and structure, with a sustainability story your brand can stand behind. For companies with ESG commitments, green initiatives, or audiences that care about environmental impact, this is the cap that lets you check both boxes: quality headwear and responsible sourcing.
Best for: B-corps, sustainability-focused brands, companies with green initiatives, organizations that want branded gear aligned with their environmental values.
Richardson 112 Wholesale: What to Know Before You Order in Bulk
Ordering Richardson 112 caps wholesale is straightforward when you know what to expect. Here are the key things that matter when you're placing a bulk or custom order.
Minimums: Custom embroidered orders typically start at 12–24 pieces per design. If you're unsure what quantity makes sense for your order, reach out — we'll help you find the right starting point.
Decoration method: All Richardson 112 models are decorated via direct embroidery or patches — leather, embroidered, woven, or rubber. Embroidery is the most common choice for clean, sharp logo reproduction. Patches are a great option when you want a more premium, dimensional look. We'll help you choose the right method for your artwork.
Artwork setup: Embroidery requires a digitized file, not just your original logo. A good supplier will handle the digitization for you. Very fine detail or thin text may need minor adjustments to translate cleanly at cap scale.
Lead time: Standard turnaround for embroidered Richardson 112 caps runs 7–14 business days from artwork approval. Rush options are often available — if you have a hard deadline, let us know upfront.
Colorways: The Richardson 112 family comes in dozens of colorways. If you need an exact brand color match, ask about thread color matching — we work from Pantone and Madeira thread charts to get as close as possible.
How to Choose the Right Richardson 112 Model
Start with your audience. A financial services firm ordering team caps for a client golf outing is a different buyer than a craft brewery ordering hats for taproom staff — or a hunting brand outfitting a trade show. The original 112 covers the broadest ground. The 112FP skews younger and more lifestyle-forward. The 112FPR adds outdoor character with its rope brim. The printed family — 112P, 112PFP, 112PM, 112PT — is built for brands that want patterned fabric as the foundation. And the 112RE is there when sustainability is part of the story.
Then think about decoration. A clean embroidered logo looks sharp on any solid-color 112 model. A leather or woven patch elevates the finished product and works particularly well on the printed variants. When in doubt, ask for a sample mockup — we'll show you exactly what your logo looks like on the cap before you commit to a run.
Ready to Order?
We stock the complete Richardson 112 family and handle decoration in-house. Tell us what you need — quantity, colorway, artwork — and we'll get you a quote and a mockup, fast. Browse the full collection below or reach out directly to get started.