gooseneck trailer Deckover or drive over fender

[bloodtrailer28]

My PJ has 10,000 pound axels with the drive over fenders. I don’t have any problems forward loading my skid steer. It fits between the fenders so no reason to drive over them. It’s tight but has an inch or so of clearance on each side. Maybe my ramps are longer.

Same as ours except ours are load trails. Never had a problem loading a skid steer forward and having it tip over unloading backwards....we probably load and unload 5-6 times a day it seems like.

[TX03RUBI]

I have a load max 26’ with mega ramps. Had a 95 horse John Deere tractor on mine no issues, pull a 95 horse deere skid steer with no issues. I’ve never used the drive over fenders and I use the trailer multiple times a week. 102” wide, even have put trucks on it with no issues.



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I have the same trailer you have, and use it for the same purposes. Just ran it 260 miles yesterday with my skid on the back of it without issue.

[Javelin]

It’s a toss up. I tend to pull my drive over fender trailer a lot more because it’s lighter then my dual tandem.

I would upgrade to 8k lb axles atleast no matter what I went with.

If I got a float I think I would get 10k single wheel axles. But I might just have them upgrade the axles but go with the lighter frame trailer.

What size tractor you hauling?

I have hauled 14-15k on my drive over fender trailer with no problems. Now I wouldn’t make a habit of it or make long runs with that load. They are pretty versatile.

Its just a 55hp new holland TN55

[dclifton]

Its just a 55hp new holland TN55

Ah youll be fine. I put a 100HP 14K lb tractor on mine had to be up on the fenders and it didnt like it to much. If you dont load it perfect it would track to the side. Probably just my trailer. If i had to do it again i would have spent more on a Lamar or something.

I just prefer the lower profile of a drive over trailer.

I have a 96" inside tractor hauler now and ill take it over the others any day. But its only good for one thing...

[2Lazy2P]

I prefer the deckover. Mainly use mine for hay and moving my tractor and shredder.



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[GiovannaBradsha]

There are a few key differences between a drive-over fender trailer and a deckover float trailer that may impact your decision.

Drive-over fender trailers have the fenders mounted on top of the frame, allowing the wheels of the tractor to ride over the fenders when loading. This can make it easier to load and unload the tractor, as the fenders will not get in the way. However, drive-over fender trailers typically have a lower deck height, which may not be suitable for hauling taller equipment.

Deckover float trailers, on the other hand, have the fenders mounted underneath the deck. This allows for a higher deck height, which may be better suited for hauling taller equipment. However, the fenders may be more in the way when loading and unloading the tractor.

[twistedmidnite]

I've got a 24 ft lowboy gn, a 20+5 dual tandem 10ks, and a 20+5 single tandem 7ks. I have a 50hp tractor and a 95hp skidsteer. I much prefer to haul them on the lowboy. The dual tandem is am old trailer with the fold down ramp supports. It gets sketchy sometimes loading that skid steer. ALWAYS, load it with the truck locked in 4x4. When the skidsteer takes the load off the back tires the whole shyt shebang will roll down hill like a rodeo.

[WiliamKennedi]

Oh, I'm glad there are some people who still keep this thread updated. I know the decision between a drive over fender trailer vs a deckover float can be a tough one. I personally own a semi-trailer, you can check the link https://www.truck1.eu/semi-trailers/...-semi-trailers for more options. I think it's great that you're considering a 25ft deck with a 4ft dovetail on a deckover float. I think that will give you more options for hauling different types of equipment. However, I think it really comes down to what you'll be hauling most often and what you feel most comfortable with. Both types of trailers can handle 2 7k lb axles and be at least 24 ft. It really depends on what you think is best for you.

[M16]

I've got a 24 ft lowboy gn, a 20+5 dual tandem 10ks, and a 20+5 single tandem 7ks. I have a 50hp tractor and a 95hp skidsteer. I much prefer to haul them on the lowboy. The dual tandem is am old trailer with the fold down ramp supports. It gets sketchy sometimes loading that skid steer. ALWAYS, load it with the truck locked in 4x4. When the skidsteer takes the load off the back tires the whole shyt shebang will roll down hill like a rodeo.

Go to Harbor Freight and buy you some wheel chocks. Put them under your trailer tires. Not good for your trucks transmission loading without them.

https://www.harborfreight.com/automotive/trailers-towing/trailer-towing-accessories/wheel-chocks.html

[ROCKET]

I will agree with everyone on pros and cons on either trailer
I prefer my drive over fender trout trailer for hauling equipment . Deck height is lower than a deck over allowing easy tie down and lower center on gravity when towing . Also with fold up ramps and a lower deck height it allows for a very gradual load angle .
Only draw back I have is loading long material , the fenders sometimes make it a challenge loading and unloading without having to physically handle it .

[GA Bowhunter]

I prefer the deck over for everything. I have both.

I can't think of one thing the drive over does better.

Even chaining down. With the deckover you don't have to stoop down as much.