Flatbed Trailers For Sale In San Jose, CA

Choosing a Flatbed Trailer

If you need a trailer suitable for a variety of tasks, check out some flatbed trailers! Flatbed trailers are easy to use and highly durable. They make for a pretty efficient way to transport items from one place to another. Keep reading to learn more, then check out the selection of flatbed trailers at FJM Truck and Trailer Center in San Jose, CA!

Benefits

Flatbed trailers are one of a few different types of open trailers, meaning they lack a cover that protects the transported items from the elements. This does make flatbed trailers more affordable than others since coverings equate to extra materials being used in manufacturing and increase the cost of a trailer. Depending on what you are transporting, a covering may not be necessary anyways though.

If you compare flatbed trailers to their open counterparts, you'll likely see that they offer a lower height and run closer to the ground. This makes the loading process much easier. It takes less effort to manually load cargo on a lower trailer. Driving a vehicle up onto the trailer is also less challenging when the trailer is lower. In some cases, it's possible you won't even need a ramp. The lower height won't interfere with transporting flatbed trailers. They are still easy to tow, which is especially beneficial for those new to towing.

Finding The One

A good place to start is by identifying your weight requirements. Look at how much your tow vehicle can handle, as that will limit the size of the flatbed trailers you tow. Think about the weight of your intended cargo and use that to inform the types of flat deck trailers you consider. Overloading a flatbed trailer could cause damage to the trailer and creates a major safety issue.

Next, think about what kind of hitch you want on your flatbed trailer. Choose between bumper-pull hitches or gooseneck trailers. A bumper pull hitch juts out behind the tow vehicle, which makes a small gap between the vehicle and the trailer. This method is simple and doesn't involve altering your tow vehicle. A gooseneck hitch gets installed directly into your truck bed. It takes more time and money, but it does provide improved stability and control.