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Car hauler trailer - DESCRIPTION, CHARACTERISTICS, SUBTYPES

Car hauler trailer

Car hauler trailer

Types of car hauler trailers:

Open

Car hauler trailer open
  • Length 4.00 - 8.00 m
  • Width 2.50 m
  • Height 3.00 m
  • Tonnage 3.30 t
The most common way of transporting vehicles. These trailers transport cars and lorries by securing them with straps on the platform. Open transport trailers are less expensive than closed trailers. It is by far the most practical way to transport a vehicle. Drivers of open transport trailers also have the advantage of a clear view. This makes it easier to tell if something has gone wrong during the haulage process. Open transport trailers do not weigh as much as enclosed trailers. As a result, they are more economical in terms of fuel consumption.

Double-level

Car hauler trailer double-level
  • Length 7.80 - 20 m
  • Width 2.50 m
  • Height 3.00 m
  • Tonnage 4.75 - 20 t
They are designed to transport several vehicles and account for about 90% of the road haulage market. Double-level trailers can transport up to nine vehicles at a time. They are the most efficient vehicles as they hold more vehicles per trip than another car trailer.

Single-level

Car hauler trailer single-level
  • Length 13 m
  • Width 2.50 m
  • Height 3.00 m
  • Tonnage 59 t
Single-level trailers accommodate one to three vehicles at a time. Vehicles are lined up on this lift truck in a single row. Cars, trucks, and even trailers are secured with seat belts. Single level trailers for transporting multiple vehicles can be attached to a heavy duty pickup truck. This avoids many of the costs associated with larger types of car hauling trailers.

Enclosed

Car hauler trailer enclosed
  • Length 4.00 - 7.00 m
  • Width 2.50 - 3.00 m
  • Height 3.00 m
  • Tonnage 3.30 t
Enclosed car transport trailers are not as common as open car transport trailers but, for many, they are still the preferred car transport trailer. These types of car transport trailers are great for classic cars, sports cars or luxury vehicles that are high in value. They offer a lot more protection. With enclosed vehicle trailers, you don't have to worry about unfavourable outdoor and weather conditions damaging your vehicle. Another advantage of enclosed transport is the ability to add smaller items to the transport load.

Rigid- Sided

Car hauler trailer rigid-sided
  • Length 13.70 m
  • Width 2.10 m
  • Height 3.00 m
  • Tonnage 48 t
Rigid sided trailers are a type of enclosed vehicle transport trailer. Rigid sided trailers are great for vehicles that you don't want to drive or winch up a ramp. The rear liftgate serves as a hoist for lifting vehicles. An enclosed hard-sided vehicle will cost you 30-40% more than an open vehicle for your trip. There are great advantages to hardboarding. The vehicles are fully protected from wind, rain and other weather conditions. These vehicles are not exposed to rocks or gravel lifted by other vehicles.

Soft-Sided

Car hauler trailer soft-sided
  • Length 8.00 m
  • Width 2.10 m
  • Height 3.00 m
  • Tonnage 3.30 t
Soft-sided trailers are an intermediate option between car trailers and lift trucks. Soft-sided car trailers have durable tarps for the walls. Sliding tarps are more gentle than hard-sided trailers. They allow large vehicles to be placed on the trailer. Soft-sided tarps are also a great option for irregularly shaped cars and trucks. Soft-sided trailers mainly protect your cargo from hail, rain, snow, and rocks. However, they cannot provide the same protection as hard-sided variants.
warning sizes and dimensions are for informational purposes