FAQs About Hydraulic Drop Deck Trailers
Drop deck trailers are specifically designed for hauling heavy equipment, tools and materials. Models of these trailers with open sides are well suited for transporting heavy machinery of irregular shapes and sizes, making them an ideal choice for industries such as construction and logistics. Utility drop deck trailers with closed sides offer the flexibility to haul a variety of materials, ranging from equipment to dirt and gravel. With their hydraulic lift functionality, these trailers provide an unprecedented level of convenience, allowing safe loading and unloading of materials directly from ground level. Our top-quality equipment is sourced from trusted manufacturers such as JLG and Air-tow, ensuring reliability and performance for all your hauling needs.
Learn more in the FAQs below.
Our medium-duty hydraulic drop deck trailers have a maximum capacity of 5,000 pounds. For heavy-duty hauling, the larger drop deck trailer’s maximum capacity is 10,000 pounds.
The weight of a drop deck trailer can vary depending on the model. Smaller 10-foot drop deck utility trailers can weigh up to 2,070 pounds, while larger 14-foot trailers can weigh up to 3,800 pounds.
The hydraulic mechanism on these utility drop deck trailers allows you to load and unload construction and industrial equipment, machines and supplies without ramps or winching. This can improve the safety and efficiency of loading and unloading payloads. For drop deck trailers with fully enclosed sides, it’s safer to haul gravel, soil and smaller tools. If you need closed sides for your hauling, contact your United Rentals branch.
