Car hauler Trailers

Car hauler trailer can mean many different things. Some of the interpretations are:

Any trailer used to move a car

Generally speaking this category of car hauler trailer broken down into two categories: Open Car Hauler Trailers and Enclosed Car Hauler Trailers. Each of these have their own specific characteristics and benefits.

Open Car Hauler Trailers

Open car hauler trailers are the most popular type of car hauling equipment and there are several types of these trailers. Sales representatives can help guide your selection.

Steel Frame Wood Decking

The lowest cost option is the steel frame wood deck. This trailer has a tandem axle that are generally 3500#, but can also be found in #5200. These trailers are almost always bumper pull trailers. The wood deck is made up of 2″x6″ plank boards that are screwed into the steel frame. The main advantages of these trailers are they are the lowest cost and the deck can be easily replaced with new wood planks.

Steel Frame Steel Decking

Another type of car hauler trailer is the steel frame with steel deck. These are popular both in gooseneck/5th wheel and bumper pull hitches. Gooseneck and 5th wheel trailers have the hitch in the truck bed. Depending on the number of cars the trailer will support will dictate the size and number of axles but a minimum is a tandem axle of 5200# axles. The gooseneck trailers can in some cases carry up to 3 cars. These goosenecks can sometimes be referred to a wedge car hauler. These trailers may have 3 6000# or 7000# axles. These are slightly more durable than the wood deck trailers and carry more cars. We recommend dually pickups to tow these goosneck trailers. Dually pickups offer better stabilization for these large loads.

“All Aluminum”

Finally the high end of this market is the trailer called “all aluminum”. No trailers are “all aluminum”. All aluminum trailers still have several parts that are steel including the axles and couplers. These trailers have an aluminum frame and aluminum decking. These are generally the highest cost car hauler trailer but require the least maintenance and have great long term durability. These car trailers are generally bumper pull and can be as long as 35 feet which can have a two car load. Normally these have a tandem axle setup but the longer trailers for sale can have triple axles.

Popular Open Car Hauler Trailer Options

Even with the basic nature of these open car trailers there are several options. A tilt deck for steel frame steel decking trailers for sale allow the users to not use a ramp and the rear of the deck raises and lowers to drive a car onto. Another load option is rear slide in ramps. To get the car on the trailer people normally drive them on but a winch can be used as well. When a winch is used a battery the size of a car battery is needed. Front shielding can also be place on the car trailer and in all aluminum trailers this piece is made out of aluminum and the others use a steel shielding. A spare tire is always recommended. Finally another popular option can be a tool box or storage boxes either on the tongue or the side of these trailers. The trailers always include d rings but the placement and number of d rings can vary depending on size. 4 d rings per car hauled is recommended. Bias ply tires may be available but radial tires are highly recommended.

Enclosed Car Trailer

If you have interest in finding more information on our enclosed car trailer offering or general information on car trailers you can visit our car trailers webpage. This is a great resource for car hauling in an enclosed trailer.

Car Trailers for a Transport Business

Millennium Trailers is an expert in providing trailers for professional car haulers. We many clients that are car haulers that move both normal and very high priced exotic cars. These car trailer profiles can greatly differ. We have offered these type of trailers for sale for a very long period of time.

Car Trailers for a
Basic Car Haulers

Customers that are looking to move normal basic cars have a very different profile from exotic car haulers. Therefore the equipment used can be less expensive and complex. Millennium Trailers will make sure you get the right trailer for you. A basic car hauler trailer can be very plain in the interior but depending on your trailer needs there many important features.

Flooring

Although this car trailer can be very minimalist there are still several recommended features. An enclosed hauler trailer will come standard with a plywood floor. At a minimum it is recommended to upgrade to vinyl floor because in the basic car hauling business some cars will leak fluids and plywood may absorb fluids which cause the car hauler trailer floor to

Tie Downs

The most basic type of tie down in car trailers are d rings. The advantage is that they are the lowest cost while the disadvantage is the placement can be undesirable in a two car hauler job. If your need is for a two car or three car haul it is recommended to use e-track on the floor. E-track can be surface mounted or recessed in the floor. E track allows for a very granular selection of mount points.

Loading

In most instances a car can be driven into the enclosed car hauler trailer but when hauling basic cars trailer needs can include loading a car that does start. In this case a winch can be the difference in having the right trailer and that car hauler job or having no load.

Electrical System

For a basic car hauler trailer a simple 12v electrical system is normally the right choice. 12v systems in car trailers can provide basic lighting needs. It is smart to include a battery in the trailer for the 12v system because the power of the tow vehicle is not always sufficient. The best solution for car trailer lighting is LED. LED lights will provide greater illumination with less power and can function on a 12V system.

Car Hauler Trailer for
Exotic Car Transport

High end customers can be very demanding and looks can mean everything. The car trailer needs to function as a show piece when arriving at a exotic customer’s car storage location. Many of the same basic needs apply that are written above but a couple car trailer options can help with both aesthetics and function.

A couple important interior options can include aluminum walls, rubber coin floor and a partially carpeted wall. All these help keep the trailer looking clean and are considered high end. An aluminum extruded floor should also be considered in the car trailer. Recessed ramp door handles look nice and a well lit exterior with LED lights can really impress and make the car owner feel more secure. A good brand of radial tires mounted on aluminum wheels is a must requirement.

There are several functional options areas to consider when purchasing a car trailer for these type of jobs. Loading the car and exiting the car after driving it on are two major areas of consideration. You always drive an exotic car onto the car trailer when taking this type of job. The main challenge to exotic car haulers is the ground clearance because these cars are low to the ground. Three main options to consider are extended 8′ beaver tail, a lift gate and ramp extensions. Car trailers with lift gates are the best choice, but this option is far more expensive than the other two. Once the car is in the trailer it most be tied down from proper loading. Car trailers with e track are the only real solution for exotic car haulers. Securing exotic cars can be a challenge and every advantage is needed. Fixed d rings can oftentimes not provide the flexibility needed in car trailers to tie down these cars.

Exiting car trailers after loading the exotic car can be a challenge because these cars are wide and the door cannot be opened if blocked by the wall or wheel well. For the wall we recommend a car hauler trailer with many 60″ double doors. For the wheel well problem we recommend car trailers with the removeable wheel well option.

Large commercial car trailers are not sold at Millennium Trailers. These trailers generally need very large axle capacity and special laws and taxation exist for trailers that need an axle capacity of 26,000# and above.

Frequently Asked
Questions

Best car trailer size The smallest enclosed trailer measures 8×16 inches but is still big sufficient to carry a vehicle easily. The smallest trailers we offer are 8.5×20 and 8.5×24, all of which are ideal for transporting one vehicle without any space to spare.

Trailers retain a lot of value so they make great investments. The trailer retains its value as long as it maintains its resale value. If you have the requirement to move a car frequently then investing in car trailers will pay for itself in the long run. A business ran hauling cars can be extremely lucrative especially in the exotic car market.

Car haulers trailers are also called a Car hauler trailer, car hauler or car transporter, are trailers or semi-trailers designed for efficient transportation of passenger car by truck.

Car trailers can carry a minimum of 7000# and can go up from there.

Conclusions

Buying car trailers can be very difficult for your hauling needs. With so many trailer manufacturers. Finding competent, experienced sales representatives can be difficult. At Millennium Trailers we have a huge selection of enclosed car trailers with great features and various lengths. We welcome the opportunity to make your buying experience fast, easy, fun and provide you with the right trailer.

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