Trailer choice help request

[unreconstructed]

I have read on here that with bumper pulls over 22 ft you get into load distribution issues. I can't speak to that but will pipe in about not getting too small a trailer. I am hauling a bigger tractor than you but don't have room for any rear attachments. Seems like a 20 footer at least is where you need to head--I have a 20 footer. Can't speak to the truck issue in your case--I have an F350

 

[bigdad]

I bought a Doolittle trailer a year ago and it started to rust before I even took it out on the road. Seemes to be built pretty well. Crappy paint!

I have to make a decision between two very different trailer types for long distant then local transport of a 2200 lb compact tractor with FEL. Eventually a backhoe may be added. Total load about 3800 lbs. Have decided on an 18' so that I have flexibility with balancing load. Also decided on 7000 lb trailer to keep trailer weight reasonably light but heavy enough for intended use. I'll be towing with an 2004 Tacoma 4WD v6.

The choices are a Doolittle t8418 7000lbs dual axle 4 brake with radial tires. It has a split reinforced drop down mesh gate and tubular rails 2 5/16 coupling. {Rails would preclude transporting a car since doors couldn't be opened )

The other choice is a Big Tex 70CH car hauler. 16' flat 2 ' dovetail with pullout ramps. Brakes on all 4 wheels with bias tires. 2" bull coupling.

The car hauler is 250 dollars less.

Trailer use for other purpose might push choice one way or the other but nothing is planned at the moment. Resale and saleability if I later believe I made the wrong choice are also factors.

Experience with either or general thoughts are welcomed.

Thanks