Trailers are a common sight on our highways, and they’re found just about everywhere else — parking lots, cornfields, backyards and boat docks. There are many different types of trailers, though, and the differences between them can be subtle to dramatic. Whether you’re in the market for a new one or just curious about what they all have to offer, this article will help you understand more about trailers and their features.
A trailer is a large vehicle that can carry cargo on its back or at the front. It may have ramps on the rear for loading vehicles, or a door at the front. It can also have sides that are fully retracted, making it look like a box trailer. Trailers are used to transport cars, machinery and other cargo from point A to point B. They’re also used to haul cargo that can’t be shipped by truck, such as furniture or home building materials.
Trailers can be very highly polished pieces of advertising, able to present even poor movies in a positive light. They are often made up of scenes from the film they promote, and sometimes even feature deleted scenes. A classic example is the trailer for Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho, which shows Vera Miles in the shower of the Bates Motel, preparing to deliver her now famous blood-curdling scream. The scene was actually cut from the film, but it was included in the trailer so audiences would have an idea of what to expect.
The GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) of a trailer is the maximum amount of cargo it can safely support. Keeping the GVWR of the loaded trailer within the engineered limit is essential for compliance with highway safety regulations and to prevent structural failure accidents that occur due to overloading. The GVWR of most loaded trailer configurations is 80,000 pounds on interstates and primary highways, although the allowable GVW per axle is regulated by the federal government and varies by state.
Model Year – The model year of a trailer is the calendar year that the trailer was manufactured by the manufacturer. It identifies the date that the manufacturer began production of this type of trailer, and it can be useful when comparing new models with older ones to understand the evolution of the design. The model year typically changes over in January of each year.
Finance Lease – An agreement to rent or lease a trailer for an agreed-upon term. This is a more cost-effective alternative to purchasing or financing the purchase of a trailer, and it allows users to maintain flexibility if their needs diminish or end over time.
The term “trailer” is also used to describe togel a vehicle that’s been transported from one location to another for the purpose of refueling or repairs, or when it’s been temporarily parked to wait on an order to be delivered. This practice is usually referred to as “drayage.” During the drayage process, the owner of the trailer is responsible for transporting the equipment from its original source to its destination.