Choosing a dump trailer: Consider payload, job location, design

摘要

With all the choices in end- and side-dump trailers for materials-moving operations, determining the right type for your operation is no simple matter. End dumps typically have higher sides and thus carry more cubic yardage, but not necessarily more weight. They're often made of aluminum to maximize payload. Some, though, are made of AR400 heavy-duty abrasion-resistant steel typically seen in side dumps. End dumps have a reputation for a lack of stability when sitting on unlevel ground, and the front of the bed lifts skyward to unload material, risks that can increase insurance premiums.