Should You Buy a Bumper-Pull Trailer or a Gooseneck Trailer?

Various sizes and styles of trailers are available on the market, making it challenging to find the best one for your requirements. One surefire way to pick the right model for your budget and unique requirements is to determine whether a bumper pull trailer or a gooseneck trailer will be better. Here are a few characteristics of both styles to help you make a well-informed choice. Read on to learn more, then visit True Value Trailers in Penrose or Florence, CO, to explore a few models in person!

The Size

Typically, gooseneck trailers are larger than bumper-pull trailers. This can make hauling and storing them difficult for beginners. However, the large size makes them ideal for transporting heavy payloads over long distances.

Bumper-pull trailers are smaller and more suitable for moving lighter loads from one location to another. This makes them easier for novice operators and small and medium transportation businesses.

The Distinctions

Bumper-pull trailers connect to a ball hitch on the rear bumper of the vehicle towing it. This unique arrangement creates a gap between the trailer and the towing vehicle. The smaller size of bumper-pull trailers can be handled using all kinds of towing vehicles, including sedans, SUVs, and pickup trucks.

On the other hand, you’ll need to install your gooseneck trailer hitch directly in the bed of your pickup truck. This hauling setup is more stable and reliable for moving heavy-duty payloads.

Towing Considerations

Bumper-pull hitches are usually more intuitive and easier to use. This makes bumper-pull trailers more manageable and ideal for novice operators. Conversely, gooseneck trailers feature a unique overlap between the trailer and the towing vehicle. This makes them more stable and easier to control when hauling large cargo.

We hope this guide helps you determine whether to buy a gooseneck-hitch trailer or a bumper-pull hitch trailer. If you have more questions, contact True Value Trailers. We have dealerships in Penrose and Florence, CO, where we proudly serve those from Pueblo and Colorado Springs!