DROPDECK AXEL WEIGHT LIMIT
#4
09-29-2007, 07:07 AM
THANKS FOR THE INPUT GMAN.
I ALLREADY HAVE A LOAN APROVED AND NEED AS MUCH INFORMATION AS POSSIBLE TO CHOOSE BETWEEN A FLATBED AND A STEP DECK. I HAVE EXPERIENCE IN FLAT BED BUT NEVER HAUL A DROP DECK. ANY IMPUT WILL BE APRECIATED.
#5
09-29-2007, 07:30 AM
Axle weights are the same regardless of the type of trailer. Keep in mind that if you run Canada, you may not be legal in some provinces with a 10'1" spread axle.
By the way, that is the same size tire as I wear on my step deck. What brand do you plan on buying?
#7
09-29-2007, 03:47 PM
What GMAN said.
I think you'll find if you take the tire weight rating off the sidewall and multiply by 8 tires on the 2 rear axles, the result exceeds 40,000 lbs. If for some reason your tires add up to less than 40,000 lbs, some DOT guy may have an issue (if he notices).
#8
09-29-2007, 04:22 PM
I load trucks for a living right now and a lot of guys are going to drop decks! One told me last night me has made more money this year with his drop deck! When I retire in 90 days I will buy a drop deck (with load levelers).
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#10
09-30-2007, 08:33 AM
Originally Posted by pigrider
I load trucks for a living right now and a lot of guys are going to drop decks! One told me last night me has made more money this year with his drop deck! When I retire in 90 days I will buy a drop deck (with load levelers).
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