Lighten Your Load with Dump Trailers

LC/DBM HorsePower - November 2011
Trailers can serve a myriad of purposes from hauling your equipment to loading litter or green waste. You need to find the trailer that best serves your purpose. With that in mind, pay close attention to the special features of each trailer. For your convenience these trailers have been arranged in order of cost.

Alum-Line, Inc.
Model No.: DP8016
Materials: Aluminum
Dimensions: L 192'' x W 80''
Weight: 4,000 lbs.
Carrying capacity: 10,000 lbs.
Maximum dump angle: 50 degrees
Special Features: Non-skid tongue and groove extruded aluminum flooring, eclectic double acting hoist with sub frame, steel rims with radial tiers, electric brakes on all axles, and heavy duty single speed landing leg.
Warranty: 5 years
Cost: $12,900

Highway Products
Model No.: SB.8 X 8.5 Alum. Dump Bed
Materials: 1/8'' marine grade diamond plate aluminum deck; 6'' perimeter channel; 4'' cross members on 12'' centers; Long sills gusseted to each cross member; rope hooks; heavy duty tail apron with LED lights.
Dimensions: 8' x 8.5'
Weight: 850 lbs.
Capacity: 6,000 lbs.
Dump angle: 50 degrees
Special features: Fully welded frame (no rivets), side rails. Available as removable or fixed in a variety of heights. Underbody tool boxes -standard box has rain gutter, automotive weather stripping, stainless steel T-handle, cross break on doors for added strength, 1/8'' marine grade aluminum. Hydraulic lift available in a variety load ratings.
Warranty: 5 years
Cost: $8,900 (hydraulic lift not included)

TruckCraft Corp.
Model No.: TC-420 ZEUS
Materials: 3/16'' T6 alloy aluminum floor; sheet aluminum sides
Dimensions: 96'' W x 9'-4'' L
Weight: 1,690 lbs.
Capacity: 21,400 lbs. hoist
Dump angle: 50 degrees
Special features: TruckCraft ZEUS body comes painted and assembled, installs on your chassis in six hours or less
Warranty: 2 years
Cost: $8,560 (Rigid Side Model)

Rock Line Products
Model No.: Air-tow S10-55
Materials: 4'' x 10'' rectangular tubing frame with steel diamond deck plate
Dimensions: 6''- 3'' W x 10'' L deck
Weight: 2,390 lbs.
Capacity: 5,500 lbs.
Dump angle: Ground level loading ?EUR??,,????'?????< Special features: Deck remains level as it raises or lowers hydraulically in 15 seconds. Fully self-contained air suspension system; auto adjust electric brakes; lockable motor and storage compartments; includes 12v deep cycle battery and complete hydraulic system; adjustable height coupler; tie down D-rings; LED lights.
Warranty: 2 years
Cost: $7,995

DuraClass
Model No.: Yardbird
Materials: Steel and stainless steel features a fully-interlaced understructure, full depth corner posts, as well as fully-enclosed front corner posts
Dimensions: Dependent on chassis cab to axle distance, chassis payload capacity, and unique customer needs.
Weight: Start at 1,700 lbs. with hoist, dependent on length of body, side/front/rear heights and options.
Capacity: Dependent on dump body size; ranges from 2 yards to 5 yards
Dump Angle: 50-degree dump angle
Special Features: Double-wall body side with patented continuous formed body sidewall and fully enclosed top rail, full depth rear corner posts and enclosed front corner posts, plus interlaced understructure provides strength and rigidity.
Warranty: 1 year
Cost: Starting at $7,895

Crysteel Manufacturing
Model No.: Landscape Dump Bodies
Materials: Depending on model, Crysteel Landscape Dump Bodies are manufactured using Hi-Tensile steel, stainless steel or aluminum.
Dimensions: Custom depending on chassis cab to axle distance, chassis payload capacity and unique customer specifications.
Weight: Start at 1,100 lbs., dependent on length of body, side/front/rear heights and materials, options and accessories chosen.
Capacity: Dependent on landscape dump body size; ranges from 2 yards up to 17 yards.
Dump Angle: Dependent on hoist and dump body combination; 60-degree maximum dump angle.
Special Features: Landscape bodies offer strength, value and style. From the sculpted front and rear pillars to the one-piece seamless sides, Crysteel Landscape Bodies combine good looks and durability with superior design.
Warranty: 5 years.
Cost: Starting at $7,495

Rugby Manufacturing
Model No.: Landscape Dump Bodies
Materials: Depending on model, Rugby Landscape Dump Bodies are available in steel, stainless steel and aluminum.
Dimensions: Dependent on chassis cab to axle distance, chassis payload capacity and unique customer needs.
Weight: Start at 1,450 lbs., dependent on length of body, side/front/rear heights and materials and accessories chosen.
Capacity: Dependent on landscape body size; ranges from 2 yards to 19 yards.
Dump Angle: 50-degree dump angle
Special Features: Landscape dump bodies and hoists are precision engineered and manufactured to perform. Patented and industry leading EZ-Latch allows easy body access. The latch system is designed for quick opening and secure locking of tailgate.
Warranty: 3 years
Cost: Starting at $7,395

Pronovost Inc.
Model No.: P-510/3S
Materials: 3/16 inch steel deck, 12 gauge profiled side panels
Dimensions: 5' 2'' x 8' 3''
Weight: 2,100 lbs.
Capacity: Gross weight 10,000 lbs., payload 7,900 lbs.
Dump angle: 47 degrees (back and two sides)
Special features: Dumps on three sides, hinged side panels, automatic rear panel opening
Warranty: 1 year
Cost: Suggested retail $7,117

Redi Haul
Model No.: RH10UT
Materials: Slatted steel sides, nominal pine deck treated
Dimensions: L 10'' x W 60''
Weight: 3,930 lbs.
Carrying capacity: 2,600 lbs.
Maximum dump angle: 18?EUR??,,????'?????< Special features: Safety breakaway system with low charger without battery; safety chains with snap hook; sealed and shock mounted LED tail lights; sealed modular wiring system; hydraulic surge brakes on all wheels.
Warranty: 2 years structural
Cost: $2,990

SnowBear Limited
Model No.: DT48
Materials: Heavy duty wood plank floor and fully welded tubular steel frame for added strength and durability.
Dimensions: 53'' x 96''
Capacity: 2,150 lbs. payload
Special Features: 16'' sides with top rail, heavy duty square fenders and taillight splash guards to protect wiring and lens from gravel or loose debris. Ideal for landscaping or contracting businesses.
Warranty: 1 year manufacturer
Cost: $1,599.99