Flatbed Trailers

The following versatile and high-quality options offer unbeatable load security, safety, and efficiency:

• Load Securement: Great Dane offers a wide variety of load securement options including twist locks, rope ties, D rings, and pull-up chain ties but we can also customize a load securement that’s perfect for your needs.
• Versatile Floor Design: Combining aluminum and apitong, a rot- and insect-resistant wood known for its impressive strength-to-weight ratio, our Freedom line offers durable flooring that can be enhanced with safety grip and nail strip surfaces.
• Mounted Toolboxes: Our mounted toolboxes provide storage for straps, chains, binders, wheel chocks, extra tools, and roadside equipment, like emergency flairs and triangles.
• Strap and Chain Tie-downs: Strap and chain tie-downs offer load securement; many are self-storing and mounted flush with the deck – so they’re out of the way during loading or unloading.
• Bulkheads: Bulkheads can be attached to the front of your Freedom flatbed, for controlling cargo and protecting your drivers when they’re hauling heavy loads.
• Telematics Integration: Asset tracking comes standard, but you can upgrade to telematics options that provide real-time visibility, maintenance monitoring, and fleet optimization.

Aluminum Flatbeds

• When to Choose: If weight savings and corrosion resistance are top priorities, especially for long-haul operations. Ideal for lighter loads and environments where corrosion is a concern (e.g., coastal areas or winter climates).
• Benefits: Lighter weight, superior corrosion resistance.

Combo (Aluminum/Steel) Flatbeds

• When to Choose: For a balance of strength, weight savings, and cost-effectiveness. Perfect if you need a durable yet lightweight solution without the higher cost of full aluminum.
• Benefits: Combines the strength of steel with the lightness of aluminum; more affordable than full aluminum.

Steel Flatbeds

• When to Choose: If you’re hauling heavy or rugged cargo and need maximum strength. Steel is the most cost-effective option for heavy-duty applications and rough conditions.
• Considerations: Heavier than aluminum and combo; requires regular maintenance to prevent corrosion.

The maximum weight limit for a standard flatbed trailer is typically 80,000 lbs when paired with a standard tractor. However, the weight distribution across axles can affect the total weight allowed. For heavy-duty or specialized trailers, such as step decks or lowboys, the weight limit can increase. If your load exceeds standard limits, permits may be required, allowing for heavier loads depending on local regulations. Always check with local regulations and the trailer manufacturer (OEM) to ensure compliance with weight limits and safety standards.