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  • The higher a load on a trailer, the more top heavy and likely to tip it is. By utilizing a lowboy trailer, stability and safety can be addressed.

    Features

    The deck of a lowboy is closer to the ground. It has a lower center of gravity than other style of trailers.

    Benefits

    The lower level of the deck is also easier to load. This is especially true of heavy-construction equipment for transporting to different sights.

    Considerations

    Removal of cargo at a facility with no loading/unloading dock can be more easily accomplished with the lowboy trailer.

    Potential

    There is a higher risk of high-centering the trailer due to lack of ground clearance.

    Warning

    Always secure any cargo to the lowboy before attempting to move the lowboy trailer.

    Source:

    Safety Considerations for Lowboy Trailers

    Resource:

    Professional Driver's Magazine-Overdrive Magazine

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