Truck drivers are an essential part of transporting goods across the country. Every day, thousands of trucks travel along our nation’s highways to deliver food, materials, electronics, and even smaller trucks to new locations. Naturally, trucks rely on sturdy, reliable trailers to load everything up and ensure it reaches its destination safely. Here are a few of the most common trailer options for large trucks to move different types of cargo.
When you imagine a semi-truck driving down the highway, the dry van trailer is probably what comes to mind. These are large, box-like trailers great for hauling cardboard boxes or other goods you may want to keep safe from weather conditions like rain. Similar trailers called “reefers” are refrigerated options and are the ideal choice when transporting food or other perishables.
Flatbeds are one of the most common trailer options for large trucks and work best when you’re hauling materials or equipment that may not fit in a standard dry van. Flatbeds are ideal for moving lumber, steel, construction equipment, or other things that may hang over the edge or require some extra room. Strapping the cargo down is essential when working with flatbed trailers.
Step deck trailers are similar to flatbeds except that they have the titular step. The main thing you need to know about step deck trailers is that they have a lower back deck that’s ideal when hauling cargo or equipment where height may be an issue. Many overpasses have maximum heights; some large machines may exceed that height on a regular flatbed trailer.
Car hauler trailers are best for transporting multiple vehicles with a single truck. Traditionally these trailers have unique designs where many cars or similar vehicles can safely lock into place and have a safe distance from one another. Many models of car hauler trailers have space for a vehicle to rest above the cab of the truck.
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