Trailers, which are coupled to strong vehicles, are essential in the trucking operation, and they come in a variety of forms to accommodate different cargo needs. Understanding the most popular trailer types can provide insight into how the business operates and how it responds to a variety of logistical difficulties. In this blog, we will look at some of the most prevalent trailer types utilized in the trucking industry. But before, it is also crucial to know that

1.            Flatbed Trailer: 

Flatbed trailers are one of the most adaptable and commonly used trailers. Because of their open form, they can transport a wide range of cargo, including huge machinery, construction materials, and other items. They make loading and unloading easier because they lack walls and a roof.

2.            Dry Van:

 Also known as "vans," dry vans are enclosed trailers that are typically used to transport pallets of material. These are used to transport clothing, nonperishable food, and technological devices. Dry vans keep cargo safe from the elements and theft.

3.            Refrigerated Trailers (Reefers): 

As the name suggests these kinds of trailers have a cooling system to transport perishable items like vegetables, dairy, meat, and some medications.

4.            Trailer Lowboy:               

Lowboy trailers are designed specifically to move tall objects. They are lower to the ground, making it easier to transport heavy machinery such as bulldozers or industrial equipment that would not fit under standard height limitations.

5.            Tanker Trailer: 

Tanker trailers are designed to carry liquids. They can be used for everything from transporting milk to transporting hazardous materials like gasoline or chemicals. They come with specialized designs ensuring safety of the liquid inside.

6.            Side Dump Trailer:

Instead of dumping cargo from the back, as is customary with most dump trucks, side dump trailers unload their cargo to the side, which can be useful in certain scenarios or areas with space constraints.

7.            Double (Tandem) Trailers or Pony Pup trailers:

These are essentially two trailers pulled by one tractor. Double trailers can be combinations of different types, such as two dry vans.

Finally, the trucking industry has progressed with a variety of specialized trailers to transport various types of freight effectively and safely. Everything has its own trailer. This specialty ensures that items arrive in the best possible condition and at the lowest logistical cost possible. Planet Financial provides financing for all sorts of trucks and trailers. All you have to do is choose your trailer and schedule an appointment with us. Planet Financial's experts will assist you in obtaining the best financing choices.