Most Versatile Trailer: Flatbed Trailer
The most versatile category of trailers is the flatbed trailer. Flatbeds are primarily used to ship heavy equipment, objects, and materials that won’t fit in an enclosed trailer.
- Two-axle flatbed – Maximum load of 90,000 lbs and a length of 48 feet.
- Three-axle flatbed – Maximum load of 90,000 lbs and a length of 53 feet.
- Extended flatbed – Extends to 80 feet for larger cargo.
Most Commonly Used Trailers
The most common trailer types used to move freight are:
- Dry Van Trailers
- Standard Flatbed Trailers
- Refrigerated Trailers (Reefers)
- Drop-Deck/Step-Deck Trailers
- Double Drop/Lowboy Trailers
- Hotshot Trailers
- Conestoga Trailers
- Curtainside Trailers
- Extendable Drop-Deck Trailers
- RGN Trailers
- Extendable RGN Trailers
Extendable RGN Trailer
The Extendable RGN Trailer is the most commonly used trailer and provides ease of use for carriers hauling large industrial equipment. Simply drive equipment onto the trailer before departure, securely fasten it, and drive off once the destination is reached.
Flatbed trailers are the most widely used due to their versatility in carrying bulk cargo and containers. They hold up to 48,000 pounds and come in various sizes, with the 48ft size being the most common. Hot Shot Trailers have also gained popularity among carriers globally, being pulled by specialized heavy pickup trucks without the need for a conventional semi-tractor.