End Dump Trailer
A type of gravel trailer with a hydraulic lifting mechanism at the rear. It tilts backward to quickly discharge its contents, typically used for loose materials like gravel, sand, or dirt.
Fifth Wheel Coupling
A mechanism that connects the trailer to the tractor unit, allowing for articulation and movement while providing support and weight distribution.
Flatbed Trailers
A flatbed trailer is a type of open trailer used for transporting a wide variety of goods, equipment, and materials that do not require the protection of an enclosed space. Unlike enclosed trailers, flatbed trailers have a flat and open platform without sides or a roof, allowing for easy loading, unloading, and transportation of oversized…
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
The maximum weight a trailer can safely carry, including the weight of the trailer itself and the payload.
Hitch Weight
The downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer, impacting the towing vehicle’s handling and stability.
Kingpin
A steel pin on the front of a trailer that connects to the fifth wheel, allowing for articulation and movement.
Landing Gear
Retractable supports at the front of a trailer that provide stability when the trailer is disconnected from the tractor.
Live Bottom Trailers
A Live Bottom Trailer, also known as a conveyor belt trailer or walking floor trailer, is a type of specialized heavy-duty trailer used for transporting loose and bulk materials. Unlike traditional dump trailers that use a tipping mechanism to unload their contents, live bottom trailers utilize a unique conveyor belt system to discharge the cargo.…
Overhang
The portion of the cargo extending beyond the rear of the trailer, which may require additional caution during transport.
Payload Capacity
The maximum weight of cargo and equipment a heavy trailer can transport, excluding the trailer’s own weight. It’s a critical consideration for matching trailers to specific hauling requirements.