Smallest trailer a BX25 will fit on?

[s219]

After getting a 7x16 tandem-axle landscaper to haul my B2920, and later my L3200, it's my opinion that it should be the "minimum" trailer considered for tractors of this size. As in, don't even bother going single axle, and don't bother with a 7x12 or 7x14 tandem. These 7x16 trailers start around $2100-2200 new, and to me that's pretty darn reasonable compared to lesser single axle trailers that are going to be in the $1200-1600 range, or smaller tandems that are going to be in the $1800-2100 range.

I consider the 7x16 landscaper to be a good light duty trailer for homeowner types with smaller tractors and 1/2 ton trucks, small trucks, or SUVs. There's a point where you'd need to cross over to a larger trailer, perhaps an equipment hauler, and many folks here on TBN have done that. I guess you'd know it if you needed it. But for a BX and for hauling materials like mulch or gravel, I think a 7x16 landscaper is a good starting point.

 

[dragoneggs]

After getting a 7x16 tandem-axle landscaper to haul my B2920, and later my L3200, it's my opinion that it should be the "minimum" trailer considered for tractors of this size. As in, don't even bother going single axle, and don't bother with a 7x12 or 7x14 tandem. These 7x16 trailers start around $2100-2200 new, and to me that's pretty darn reasonable compared to lesser single axle trailers that are going to be in the $1200-1600 range, or smaller tandems that are going to be in the $1800-2100 range.

I consider the 7x16 landscaper to be a good light duty trailer for homeowner types with smaller tractors and 1/2 ton trucks, small trucks, or SUVs. There's a point where you'd need to cross over to a larger trailer, perhaps an equipment hauler, and many folks here on TBN have done that. I guess you'd know it if you needed it. But for a BX and for hauling materials like mulch or gravel, I think a 7x16 landscaper is a good starting point.

Any suggestions a 7x16 dump version?

 

[s219]

Any suggestions a 7x16 dump version?

That's out of my area of experience, I've only ever used a dump trailer once and it was a 12' footer.

 

[dragoneggs]

That's out of my area of experience, I've only ever used a dump trailer once and it was a 12' footer.

Ah... okay I will open it up to the peanut gallery. I am hoping for a transport (to use rarely) but also something to haul/dump topsoil, crushed rock, etc. as I landscape my property (another 10+ year project ).

 

[s219]

Ah... okay I will open it up to the peanut gallery. I am hoping for a transport (to use rarely) but also something to haul/dump topsoil, crushed rock, etc. as I landscape my property (another 10+ year project ).

Tell you what, I move a lot of material in my 7x16 -- mulch, gravel, and recently some "gabion" rock for landscaping, and it works great, but I can see getting a dump trailer as I get older. I can shovel 1-2 tons out of my trailer into tractor buckets, but much more than one trailer load and my wrists are shot.

 

[like2wheel]

I towed my BX24 (TLB, mower, snow blower) home with a rented 6x12 U-Haul double axle trailer.
It was a tight squeeze with the blower.

 

[dragoneggs]

Tell you what, I move a lot of material in my 7x16 -- mulch, gravel, and recently some "gabion" rock for landscaping, and it works great, but I can see getting a dump trailer as I get older. I can shovel 1-2 tons out of my trailer into tractor buckets, but much more than one trailer load and my wrists are shot.

Yeah getting a little lazier as I age but honestly, I am losing patience. I think as I get older I value time more and more. Just want to get things done efficiently. I used to scoff at my neighbor when he would laugh at me for taking my time and doing stuff by 'hand'. I guess I see the light a little more now.

 

[sandyc]

Check state laws for gvw and brakes. Noticed that the state police around here are stopping tow vehicles for over weight and improper securement.

 

[dragoneggs]

Check state laws for gvw and brakes. Noticed that the state police around here are stopping tow vehicles for over weight and improper securement.

As well they should. Don't necessarily need to write a ticket but many folks need to be educated.

 

[koja]

You do realize how much a BX25DLB weighs ? Messicks has their rental at 3200lbs . I think that's a little much . Mine weighed in 24700lbs. Tractor, loader,backhoe,loaded rears, mower deck ,full of fuel . Keep that in mind when buying a trailer .