Multi Trailer thoughts?

[Code54]

I been starting the process of looking to buy a new trailer for us to mainly use to tow my SxS's to trail heads to go riding. I have looked at steel trailers, 6x10' well built for $1499, a galvanized 6x10 for $1550 or 6x12 for $1650 and now an aluminum with pressure treated bed- 6x12 for $2200. I know the power coated steel one will eventually rust and need some extra care over the years. The galvanized one should last a lot better but is heaver (around 950lbs). That leaves the Alum. one, weights about 550lbs and should stay nice for years. I was originally thinking I just wanted a 6x10 so I can haul my Pioneer 500 to the trails but with the 6x12 I could also use the trailer to carry our Mule FXT if I wanted to take it somewhere riding. We have a 18' 12K trailer (weighs 2200lbs) for hauling the big tractor, cars, etc.. but also could use the "new" one to move our Kubota BX (small tractor) in some cases. I am also thinking that down the road I may do some landscaping work on the side so the trailer may come in handy for that also.
I am pretty well sold on the Alum. one but does anyone see any issues with that logic or the Alum. ones in general?

 

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[swsebek]

I love the aluminum trailer cause you can move it around with ease,easy on gas pulling it.also half of your axles GVW isnt used up by the weight of the trailer.

 

[Elkhunter]

I have an Aluma 7112 with the bifold ramp. Nice trailer and perfect size and like swsebek said its easy to move around by hand.

 

[Mpnoonan]

I like my h&h better than my 6310 aluma, it's heavier duty and I got the torsional axle option instead of leaf spring. Trails much better

 

[Code54]

They are both nice trailers! I like the ½ gate also. I think I am going to have to go alum. and not look back!

 

[scott]

Friend of mine has a 6.5x12 Alum with the bi fold gate for sale $1500 if you near SC.

 

[scott]

I would buy it if I had the extra money.

 

[Code54]

Little too far off for me but someone will be able to get a good trailer. I want to set it up mainly for carrying the Pioneer and may add a front tongue box for the straps and such.

 

[scott]

Yea the box is a good idea they help a lot. Put a 4 way lug nut wrench in there too.

 

[hoggr9]

I am looking at a new Bear Track alum....look very nice for the money

 

[Code54]

Ended up buying an alum. one this weekend. A little pricey but it had everything I wanted. 6.5x12, alum floor, alum gate, spare, alum rims., torsion axle, radial tires, front jack, and tie downs that are through the floor to the frame. Ran down to Hatfield yesterday afternoon and it towed perfect. I am really glad my wife talked me into spending the money and buying the nice one.

 

[ohanacreek]

Ended up buying an alum. one this weekend. A little pricey but it had everything I wanted. 6.5x12, alum floor, alum gate, spare, alum rims., torsion axle, radial tires, front jack, and tie downs that are through the floor to the frame. Ran down to Hatfield yesterday afternoon and it towed perfect. I am really glad my wife talked me into spending the money and buying the nice one.

I wish I'd spent the extra for the aluminum...

 

[Code54]

I kept going back and forth between steel and aluminum - mainly not wanting to spend the money for the aluminum but overall I am really glad she talked me into it. Figure it will last a LONG time and it is super light (500lbs) so it allows a little extra payload if I ever need it.

 

[bobbyhill]

congratz on the new trailer @Code54 ! it looks great!

 

[swsebek]

That trailer is a beauty....I like it.Wished I would have got high sides like you did.

 

[Code54]

Thanks guys! I liked the fact the sides are high enough that if I want to haul some mulch it will work for that, plus they are easy to remove if I want a flat bed style trailer for something.