Enclosed Trailers: How to Choose the Right Size and Setup
An enclosed trailer is like a garage on wheels. It protects tools, equipment, vehicles and inventory from weather and theft while you are on the road. Contractors, landscapers, racers, vendors and movers all rely on them. Here is how to choose one.
Popular Sizes
- 5×8 and 6×10: Small and easy to tow. Good for tools, motorcycles and light hauling.
- 6×12: A very popular all-around size for contractors and small businesses.
- 7×14 and 7×16: Room for ATVs, side-by-sides, larger equipment and mobile workshops.
- 8.5 wide and longer: Car haulers, race trailers and large cargo.
Single Axle vs Tandem Axle
Single axle trailers are lighter, cheaper and easier to move by hand. Tandem axle trailers carry more weight, track more smoothly at highway speed and are safer if a tire blows. If you haul heavy loads often, go tandem.
Ramp Door vs Barn Doors
A rear ramp door makes it easy to roll equipment, carts and vehicles in and out. Barn doors swing open and are handy when you load with a forklift or need to back up to a dock.
Features Worth Having
- A side entry door for quick access
- Interior lighting
- E-track or D-rings for tying down cargo
- Roof vents to reduce heat and moisture
- A V-nose front for better fuel economy and extra space
- Upgraded flooring and wall liners
Check Your Tow Vehicle
Always confirm your truck or SUV can handle the trailer’s loaded weight. Look at the trailer’s GVWR and compare it with your vehicle’s towing capacity.
Uses for Enclosed Trailers
Beyond hauling, people turn enclosed trailers into mobile shops, concession stands, storage units and toy haulers. They are one of the most flexible trailers you can own.
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