opinions on what is the best flatbed trailer out there?

buy an aluminum trailer so then you can use beer cans to re weld the cracks that will soon be near the suspension! hahahaha.Like the other driver said.If you make a u turn with a spead axle with a heavy load you can **** up the trailer,thats just common sense but steel is stronger though! Go with wilson or utility,mac is good too! Before buying new,buy a used one,its cheaper, Just dont buy an aluminum trailer used.

 

I keep hearing how steel is stronger but have yet to see anyone show me an "off the lot" steel flat rated for 80k in 4' with a 2 axle 10' spread. I wouldn't worry about buying an aluminum trailer used. They're no different than a steel or combo flat, all three can be junk depending on how they were treated.

 

yes sir ...

 

your right, i dont know nothing, i just haul dumps.

 

Is your dump steel?

 

I like my 53 foot 2007 dopker 3axle step deck it's holding up good it's a strong trailer I like it and will by another won I had a Mac 48foot step deck I didn't like it

 

Why didn't you like the step deck?

 

Can you still use the soft side kits on an arch like that?

 

If I can't dump 35-tons on the deck without it bowing, I'm not interested.

 

I see that this thread is a little old, but I am interested with the new materials and technologies what every one thinks 5 years later. After reviewing the general consensus thus far Mac seems to be the favorite. What would you guys look to have in a new or used flat for general flatbed freight? What would you buy new / used for your operations? Is the weight savings of an all aluminum a must to snag more loads to stay competitive? Look forward to every ones input.