HF Trailer

[Frostyford]

I need a small trailer to pull behind the bx2350. I don't have a welder "yet"; so looking for off the shelf methods. So far I've only seen a monster dump trailer ($2K), or two trailers at (dare I say it HF).

Harbor Freight Tools - Quality Tools at the Lowest Prices

I like the heavier version of this, but not the cost at this time.

Has anyone used the one in the link? Comments?

Your help is appreciated.

Frostyford (Scott)

 

[California]

I think you would find a highway-capable trailer far more versatile instead of that specialized item.

I presently use this $600 Home Depot trailer and consider it the best of the ultralights. (empty its 400 lbs flat deck or 500 lbs with sides attached, 2050 gvw.) Normally in the orchard I pull it with the tractor, but it's light enough that the Subaru can pull it on rough ground.



I started with a tiny HF 40 x 48 trailer. I originally bought it as a jeep trailer for camping, capable of going anywhere offroad that I could get my Trooper, and still use it for that.



If money is really tight, I have seen people build a larger trailer on the HF 40 x 48 chassis using an extended tongue, and the one you are considering requires the same additional materials to build a deck anyway.

8 inch tires are fine for a trailer that tiny. And the 40 x 48 is only $139, $20 cheaper than the one you are considering.

But my advice woud be to buy Home Depot's Snow Bear ultralight as the best all around combination. I think it is night vs day better quality compared to HF's small trailers.

 

[kwolfe]

This is great timing as I am also looking at the same unit. I cannot justify the cost of the larger unit, becasue I don't see when I will be pulling 3000lbs with my bx. The 1200lb capacity of the smaller version seems like it would fit my needs, not to mention the $150 price tag. My concern is how well it fits together. I like the wagon asepct becasue it means that I can use the FEL to load it and then back right up and pull it away (don't have to worry about it tipping).

 

[Soundguy]

I agree with getting a hiway certified unit. I use this 4x8 trailer on my farm.. pulls fine behind a tractor, as you can see.. also , in a pinch.. pulls behind a truck...

Soundguy

I need a small trailer to pull behind the bx2350. I don't have a welder "yet"; so looking for off the shelf methods. So far I've only seen a monster dump trailer ($2K), or two trailers at (dare I say it HF).

Harbor Freight Tools - Quality Tools at the Lowest Prices

I like the heavier version of this, but not the cost at this time.

Has anyone used the one in the link? Comments?

Your help is appreciated.

Frostyford (Scott)

 

[kennyd]

I have that wagon from HF, You can see the pic under my name.
It is what it is, a $140 wagon, nothing to write home about. The fit and finish is typical of HF, it bolted together without trouble. I built the deck from a 4'x8' sheet of PT plywood.

 

[Frostyford]

In most cases, I would agree with you on the Hiway capable trailer; but as Kwolfe mentions, the four wheels makes it easy to load and tow away. Yes, you can block up a regular trailer to stabilize it while loading. This purchase would be for loading wood, dirt, gravel in mass quanitities (2-3 scoops) and hauling it to its location on the property.

I have the plan for hiway setup for early next year hopefully. Either a 14-16' flatbed trailer or a utility dump trailer with ramps to haul the tractor. That's where I'll put the money towards in the long run.

So, while I'm definately not a HF fan, I guess in this case something that's cheap will work for me. I will take a look at what else is there anyway....no hurries.

Frostyford (Scott)

 

[HomeBrew2]

Frosty, thanks for posting, I had not seen this trailer before.
Kenny, thanks for pointing out that your avatar IS that trailer. I have seen your pic before but thought it was a bigger, more $, trailer.
I am now anxious to get one of these trailers, if I can get it locally (no shipping charge). I have 3 highway trailers, including a 7K# dump, 5x10' utility and an offroad/jeep short mini-pickup bed trailer. But have been looking for something cheap that my offroad golf cart, and BX, will pull easily AND NOT have to deal with a dang tongue jack, etc!
Cheers!

 

[kennyd]

Here is a bigger picture....

As far as shipping, My local HF store said they did not carry it in house and would not order into the store for me, I hope you have better luck

Oh, and BTW, I did repaint the wheels JD Yellow of course!

 

[HomeBrew2]

You sure did a nice job on that trailer!
10-4 on the shipping charge.
I see the kids have the heiarchy thing figured out

 

[California]

48-state shipping is only $12 when ordered from HF's mailorder site. That link in Frostyford's first post goes straight there.