Flatbed Trailer Buying Guide

Need to haul a lot of cargo, but it won’t fit in your pickup truck? Then a flatbed trailer might be the perfect solution for your hauling needs. Residential homeowners and small business owners alike can get use out of can get use out of a flatbed trailer. Here’s what to think about when you’re shopping for the perfect flatbed.

How Much Cargo You’ll Haul

It’s important to think about how much cargo you intend to haul with your flatbed trailer. Also, the type of cargo you haul will matter. Bear in mind that flatbeds don’t have roofs and they only have low side walls, so you don’t want to put anything in them that could fall out. You should ensure that the square footage of the deck is roomy enough to fit in all the items you need to haul.

Hitch Type

Flatbed trailers can come in a few different hitch types, so you’ll want to choose the option that suits your towing vehicle. Bumper-pull hitches are more common, and they can be used with practically any type of towing vehicle you might have, from an SUV to a sedan. Gooseneck hitches require you to have a pickup truck into which you can install the coupling for the hitch, which can lend stability to the trailer and make it capable of towing more weight.

If you want to buy a flatbed trailer, stop by our dealership in Nisku, AB, to tour our stock of new and used flatbed trailers for sale. You can also discuss financing options with one of our sales team members. Wholesale Trailers & Marine serves the entire province of Alberta, including our customers in Edmonton and Red Deer.