Buying a trailer

blackjack · Feb 23, 2004

I'm trying to determine how much trailer <b>length</b> I'll need to haul a CaseIH DX33 (same as a NH TC33D) with the loader on and one rear implement (tiller, box blade, or snowblower). I don't have the DX33 yet, so I can't go out and measure it, but I'm looking to purchase the trailer first. I'm looking at a 16' + 2' dovetail trailer (total 18') but want to make sure it will comfortably carry what I want. I'm looking at the dovetail model because I think it will make loading and unloading easier, especially with an implement on. Thanks for any advice you can provide.

raynman · Feb 23, 2004

blackjack,

I think the best thing to do, would be ask the dealer you bought it from, or are going to buy it from, they should know that measurement.

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Post a picture when you get it, only one dealer in my area carried case and he also had Kubota's so he didn't want to talk about the case /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif

dmftoy1 · Feb 23, 2004

My best advice to you would be to look at the axle weight ratings in addition to the length you need and buy much heavier than you think you need. I know that it usually doesn't code that much to go from 2 3500lb axles to 2 5000lb axles and I almost guarantee you that at some point in the future you'll be very happy you did.

Just my .02

Regards,
Dave

BubbaJr · Feb 24, 2004

I was going to get a dovetail trailer after I bought my B2910. Then I got to looking at my driveway where it comes off the road and I don't think the bottom rear of the trailer would have cleared the little hill there. So I wound up getting a standard 16' 7000 lb flat bed trailer w/wood deck. I can get my B2910 w/FEL, MMM and any one implement I have on it without anything hanging over the rear of the trailer, and I think my tractor is about the same size as yours. As far as loading and unloading I have never had any problems with it hanging up or digging into the ground during on/off cycles. The only problem I had was that I only had 1/4" clearance on each side of my 72" MMM at the trailer fenders, so I have plenty of scraped paint that needs to be touched up on the trailer. Also single axle brakes are good, brakes on both axles are much better.

I guess the bottom line is the dovetail will give you more room as long as you don't have any dips/hills that will drag on the rear of the trailer. And the standard will probably work fine if you do have moderate dips/hills.

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jayhawkRoy · Feb 24, 2004

We have a TC-30 and have an 18' trailer (2 3500 lb axles) as transport, and wish I had a 20' trailer now. I need to carry more than one implement at one time, and I did not consider that possibility when I purchased it. I am already thinking about purchasing a larger tractor, which, of course, requires a 10,000 GVW trailer, anyway. Carefully measure and analyze your current and future needs before you purchase.

Dave___in___CT · Feb 24, 2004

Hi...

I'll say forget the dovetail... get 6' loading ramps for better incline... with spring assist(for easier lifting)... 18' flat deck...

Dave....

Golfgar4 · Feb 24, 2004

Here's a link to a previous thread that provide some information that might help you make a decision. /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

Which Style Trailer to Get?

AlanB · Feb 24, 2004

Buy big, you will not regret it.

If you can run a gooseneck, that will allow you to sit your loader up on top and pull forward more.

I have a NH 1925 (TC 33 predecessor) with Loader and a 20' goosneck, dovetail trailer. Fits well to me. Can carry the box blade and the bush hog, and if I got creative could stick the rock rake on there as well.

While the #s work out that you could haul it on two 3,500# axles, and plenty of folks do, I would not be comfortable doing it. I would rather have a bit of comfort margin when trailering stuff.

For my money, at least 18', 20 is better, I like the dovetail and I have slide out / hidden ramps. I like the deck between the wheels so I do not have to go up so high. I like the capability of putting my bucket up on the gooseneck if I want, but that may not be an option for you depending on truck.

No matter what you do, take a second and go through your towing rig and look for the weakest component, IE bumper, hitch, ball, coupler, pin etc. and make sure you are not overloading something.

KubotaSteve · Feb 24, 2004

My old man has a trailer like you are talking about and I have used it to move my 7800 which is probably a little smaller than your machine. If I have the front end loader on and put the bush hog on, the entire trailer is used up, plus the bush hog wants to teeter back and forth on the dovetail which makes chaining it down difficult. I would skip the dovetail and maybe add 2 more feet. I had to feather my driveway out more from the state road because the trailer kept dragging when bringing it in plus it wreaked havoc on the wiring.

tawilson · Feb 24, 2004

I have an 18' dovetail trailer and have to agree with the rear end dragging problems. There are some advantages to it but I would rather have a flat bed trailer.