When hauling heavy items, it is best to have a mechanism that assists with loading. Both ramp and tilt trailers offer features that allow you to easily roll or push heavy items from the ground instead of physically lifting them onto a flatbed. The type you should choose depends on your preference and what you’re hauling. Here’s a guide to each option. 

Ramp Trailers

Ramp trailers are simply flatbeds with an angled ramp that is—or can be—attached to the back end or one of the sides. Usually, there’s a short, tilted section that is stationary and then a long ramp that folds up. This allows you to lower the ramp when you’re loading items and then hide it again when the trailer is in motion. 

Ramp trailers are often used when hauling vehicles or heavy equipment that can drive up the trailer independently. The ramps that attach to the back end usually come in two sections that correspond to where the wheels need to go to get the car or ATV into the bed. As such, it can take a bit of skill to load them. These options are usually less expensive than tilt trailers. However, the ramp sections can be detached and either lost or stolen.

Tilt Trailers

Tilt trailers include a flatbed that is attached to a hydraulic system, so it can tilt on an axis for the back end to reach the ground. These come in various sizes, so there are options for hauling small equipment and large vehicles that need a slight incline. 

Tilt trailers are generally easier to load because you don’t need to worry about the wheels of the piggybacking vehicle matching up with a specific ramp. This also makes them more versatile. The hydraulic system makes them simple to operate, requiring less manual labor than with a ramp. However, this automated arrangement requires more maintenance. In addition, the item you are hauling will need to be able to stay on the bed while at a tilted angle for the length of time it takes you to set the hydraulic system to level again.

If you’re looking for ramp or tilt trailers for your heavy equipment, contact Jackssons Trailers in Albuquerque, NM. The company offers a wide array of new and used trailers to suit nearly every hauling need. They also provide parts to help trailer owners keep their equipment running smoothly. Visit the website to see a selection of current inventory. To speak with a team member, call (505) 884-0891.