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November 28, 2021

The Right Trailer for All Needs

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You can use trailers for just about any task at job sites or for hauling. While selecting an equipment trailer or box trailer may seem like a straightforward process, you need to carefully factor in a trailer's features before you purchase it. When selecting a trailer for hauling equipment or debris, you need to consider the following criteria before making a choice.

Check Out the Details

When selecting a trailer that supports your needs for hauling, you need to review the size of the trailer as well as the type of weight you plan to haul. For instance, if you are a contractor who drives a one-ton pickup, who wishes to haul a mini excavator, you should carefully review tilt-bed trailers that have stationary decks.

This type of trailer has a gross vehicle rating or GVWR of about 16,000 pounds. It can haul about 10,000 pounds of a load if it features electric brakes. You can use the deck to hold attachments and the main tilt deck for hauling the equipment.

A ramp-style trailer with pallet fork holders may work if you wish to haul equipment with pallet fork attachments. Therefore, to determine the trailer type, or a trailer that will take care of all your hauling needs, think about what you plan to haul in terms of equipment, refuse, or supplies.

Consider the Capacity

When choosing a trailer that covers a variety of hauling needs, you need to consider the capacity. Factors that go into this decision include the type of ramp and flooring, and other related features, such as the type of tongue jack, tailgates, side rails, winches, and even spare tires. Even the coupler you choose will figure into the load capacity. Never underestimate the total weight of what you plan to haul.

Weight distribution can vary, depending on what you add in attachments. Make sure the trailer provides enough room so the equipment can provide the correct tongue loads. Tongue weight that is inadequate can lead to unsafe hauling, or swaying.

Check the Versatility

A trailer that fits with your hauling needs should accommodate the length and width, or all the dimensions of your hauls. After all, you want a trailer that offers versatility if you will be using it frequently.

Check the Trailer's Construction

When making a selection for a full-use trailer, compare the structural quality to the trailer's design. Look for a trailer that features a one-piece frame so the number of joint or butt welds is limited. The width between the fenders should also be checked to permit various kinds of equipment to be hauled.

Choose a design that allows movement of rear load ramps to support various wheel treads as well. Also, place an emphasis on spring-assisted lifts on ramps to make hauling a breeze. The placement of the axle is critical to ensure extra safe towing as well. Tandem trailer axles are better if you want to carry heavy loads.

When you carefully calculate your needs in terms of trailer details, load capacity, and a trailer's quality, you will find a trailer that will fit all your needs.

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