Box Trailers For Sale in United Kingdom

The box trailer is one of the most common types of fully-enclosed semi-trailers available on the market. Box trailers are so-called because they haul freight that does not need to be temperature controlled. (Box trailers designed to haul items that require a temperature-controlled environment are referred to as refrigerated trailers or reefers.) Box trailers are also known as box trailers, especially in the U.S. These trailers come in a variety of sizes, with common lengths running from 8 to 16 metres.

The sidewalls on a box trailer are typically either a plate wall construction or sheet-and-post construction. The former type consists of a series of rigid vertical metal plates, with inner reinforcing parts riveted together at the seams. Sheet-and-post side walls consist of metal posts slotted between sheets of wall material, commonly plywood. The floor or deck of a box trailer is typically flat and a uniform height across the entire trailer’s length, much like a flatbed trailer.

Stepframe Box Trailers

Like standard box trailers, stepframe box trailers are fully enclosed on the top, sides, and back. These trailers come in a variety of configurations and may contain multiple sets of curbside and roadside doors as well as the standard rear doors. The “stepframe” in this trailer’s name refers to its dual-height deck. The front deck resides above the back half of the tractor unit and drops to allow significantly more freight capacity for stacked pallets, boxes, or tall freight.

When looking at used stepframe box trailers, you will want a prospective model to feature systems which not only meet your needs but also operate as advertised. Checking the state of the tyres, suspension, hydraulics, frame and decks will allow you to choose a reliable stepframe box trailer.

Manufacturers

You’ll find a broad selection of new and used box trailers for sale on TruckLocator.co.uk from brands such manufacturers as Cartwright, Crane Fruehauf, Don Bur, IFOR Williams, Krone, Montracon, and SDC, among many others.

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