Step deck drivers in Texas

Hi,
I'm trying to decide on whether to get a 48' fixed spread axle combo or a 52 foot step deck..
Obviously the 52 footer will get more loads from say a load board and I know I could use load levelers on the 48 to get more loads (or a dove tail that levels out at the end 4 foot) but I'd rather not go thru the hassle or expense of those add ons. Plus I worry that the dove tail being lower at the rear might get damaged going on a driveway or something like that...

So my question is basically this: do you think there will be a lot more work for a 52 over a 48? The 52's are a bit harder to find used and more expensive so just wondering if its really worth it.