How big of a trailer do I need to transport a bx22

[Nilesw]

I am thinking about buying a bx22/23 but it would be a decent distance from my home and I would like a way to transport it home so I didnt have to wait for delivery. What size trailer do I need?? Would a 5x9 work? or do i need a bigger pne like 6x12??

thanks

 

[Junkman]

Asked and answered a couple of times....... Please read.... BX23 questions ...... or..... BX Trailer .... these two posts will have a lot of useful information for the new BX owners... The trailer that you suggest just won't handle a BX22/23 safely. Two axles and brakes are necessary. Have the dealer deliver it even if it is going to be an extra cost. You wouldn't want to add a road rash to that nice paint job would you????? /forums/images/graemlins/blush.gif

 

[ljh2]

Nilesw,

First, let me say welcome to TBN. There are a lot of good folks here with some valuable experience. I hope you find them as friendly and informative as I have.

Second, I have to agree with Junkman here and say that trying to tow any load on too small of a trailer or with too small of a tow vehicle can get you into a world of hurt.

Most 5x9 or 6x12 trailers are single axle rigs and the weight transfer that happens with a load like a tractor during cornering or breaking can easily spell disaster for you.

I'd recommend that you either get an adequate setup (tandem axle trailer with brakes) or wait for the delivery guy to bring it to you.

Good luck on your purchase. I know the frustration of waiting for your new machine to be delivered. See My New M6800 to see my new machine being delivered last weekend. But if you don't have the right equipment to haul safely, it just isn't worth the risk.

Have fun with your new tractor. /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

 

[MarkLeininger]

I rented several trailers before I bought one. If you rent the same place you buy, they might let you apply some or all of the rental to a purchase.

Single axle will haul the tractor fine. Dual axle with trailer brakes will haul the tractor, stop quicker and reduce risk of going out of control, save your vehicle brakes, ride better and buy you a margin of safety that you might never need but will be grateful for if you do. If you only go short distances on rural roads and can avoid bad weather, the single axle is fine. Otherwise the dual is probably a good investment.

 

[LarryG]

I have a BX2200 and use a 16 ft tandem axle with trailer brakes to haul it. The trailer is rated at 7000 lbs. I never take off the loader and I always have either a box blade or tiller on for rear weight. Read the other posts and you'll see that it isn't worth the chance of having something go wrong.

 

[Rook54]

I have a 6 1/2 X 12 tilt bed trailer, single axle rated at 3500 lbs. and it works fine for hauling my BX2200 on short runs say within 60 miles, without any fatigue to me. I don't think I would go cross country, but to have a trailer to get you around a little bit it works fine. I have even transported with the FEL and 48" Woods box blade attached without any problems.

Adam

 

[Junkman]

Just remember that most accidents happen within 5 mile of home. Dual axles are important, but so are dual brakes. If you have brakes on only one axle, you can still get into trouble quickly. An object in motion tends to stay in motion. If you have to make a panic stop, remember that the 1200/1500 pounds of trailer with 2000+ pounds of weight are going to want to continue moving forward when you want to stop quickly. All of this can cause a major problem when you can least afford to have it happen.... near home where there is a lot of vehicle congestion...... that is if you live in town.... If you live in the woods like some of us, then a single axle might get you by if you don't experience crowded streets.
Also keep in mind, that the tractor isn't covered for physical damage while on the trailer and off the property unless you have a separate rider or policy for that risk. Most, if not all homeowners policies only cover the equipment that is used to service the primary property. There was a long discussion about this a few months ago. If I can find it, I will post it later....