Flatbed Trailers For Sale near Colorado Springs & Pueblo, CO

Learn More About Flatbed Trailers!

A flatbed trailer is one of the most versatile trailer options you’ll encounter, so no matter what you’re trying to haul, these models will probably help you transport all your cargo where you need to go. Just stop by True Value Trailers & Power Equipment in Florence or Penrose, CO and we’ll show you all our flatbed trailers for sale!

Why a Flatbed Trailer?

As the name implies, the defining factor of a flatbed trailer is its open, empty deck. It doesn’t come with a cover or even sides sometimes. It’s in this simple design that you’ll find a lot of advantages. There’s nothing confining you in ways of bulk, so you don’t have to think about whether your cargo will squeeze into the trailer. Simply load it and go.

These can also be the more affordable option, again, because of simplicity. Fewer moving parts and fewer construction materials mean a lower price tag. They can also save you in the long run on things like maintenance and fuel.

Flatbed trailers also tend to be a little lower to the ground. This will require you to be a little more attentive when approaching driveways, but it can also make loading a lot easier. There’s less strain involved to get the cargo on the trailer, not to mention you can load from the sides as well. This can be particularly helpful when loading vehicles, which don’t always have a lot of ground clearance.

Choosing the Right Option

As you would with any trailer choice, the biggest deciding factor needs to be weight. You need to figure out how much weight you’ll regularly be hauling and find a flatbed that can accommodate your cargo. You should have plenty of wiggle room, so even if you go over your normal load a little, you can still travel safely. Overloading your trailer can create immediate damage, like popping a tire, or accumulate long-term damage faster, like bent frames and worn parts.

Your choice of hitch is probably going to help with the weight. Many of your options will use a bumper pull hitch, which is the kind that, when connected, creates a small gap between the trailer and the tow vehicle, since the receiving end extends past the bumper. However, there are also gooseneck models, which use a hitch that sweeps up and into the bed of the tow vehicle (most likely a pickup). These hitches are ideal for heavier loads, as the setup provides more stability and control for the driver.