Trailer for BX23 or BX24

[Av8r3400]

</font><font color="blue" class="small">( 5K rating...14-16 foot..dual axle and DEFINATELY with brakes on at least one axle. )</font>

I agree that would be great, but, a 5k trailer is usually more expensive than a 7k. Simply because of manufacturing volume. Also, if you ever needed to haul a car or something larger, you can then do so. My trailer has been one of the best investments I ever made, it has had hundreds of different uses.

I will also disagree with "... all you get is a LOT of bouncing..." when the trailer is empty. My trailer doesn't ride like a Cadillac when empty, but it is far from bouncing uncontrollably, all over the place.

 

[RobertN]

If you only tow the tractor a couple times a year, rent a trailer. Less headaches, license and tax fees, maintenance ect... Around here at least, a 16-18' flatbed costs $40-50/day to rent.

I found that in purchasing a trailer, I use it for lotsa other stuff too, as noted earlier in this thread.

 

[RobertN]

I don't NEED a 7000lb trailer for my B8200 either. It just happens to be what they come in for 2-axle trailers around here. In fact, I have never seen a 5000lb trailer(my B8200 would fit that weight range).

I looked in to all this when I got my trailer, and have done so again looking in to a trailer for our Boy Scout troop. Most axles out there are 3500lb. Yes, there are others, but they are not as prevelant.

Now, realize too, my 7000lb trailer weighs 1600lbs; I have a load capacity of only 5400lbs.

Another poster noted what I have seen too; 16&18' 7000lb trailers are made by the bazillions. The prices are cheap for them.

I do use up most of the 16' centering the load properly, especially if I have the rotary mower on it. My B8200 does not weigh too much more than a BX from reading all these posts.

You would be suprised though, how length and weight add up when you account for various accessories that get added to a trailer. Also, once many folks have a trailer, it winds up being used for lots of other stuff.

Look at my post earlier in theis thread. First, before looking at trailers, you have to look at what you want to tow. Get the books out, and locate the numbers for the weight and length of the tractor and various implements. Define the need, then define the solution...

 

[kcook]

We will be using the trailer for other things just not has heavy or as long as the tractor.

KC

 

[Sully2]

I agree that would be great, but, a 5k trailer is usually more expensive than a 7k. Simply because of manufacturing volume. Also, if you ever needed to haul a car or something larger, you can then do so. My trailer has been one of the best investments I ever made, it has had hundreds of different uses.

I will also disagree with "... all you get is a LOT of bouncing..." when the trailer is empty. My trailer doesn't ride like a Cadillac when empty, but it is far from bouncing uncontrollably, all over the place. )</font>

If a 7K costs a lot less..then buy the 7K and remove a leaf or two..??...from the spring pack!

I didnt say it was "uncontrollable"...but I have a farmer friend that has a smaller Chinese tractor...WITH BJ and FEL on it...and he hauls it on a 7K flat bead. Ive followed him and seen hit bumps ( like "speed bumps") and have seen it come off the ground. His tractor without the equipment on it weighs more than my B3030 does!...so WITH the attachments he far outweighs me..and either is still a lot more than a sub compact
weighs. Its the stiffness of the springs thats the "killer"..and that amount of "weight handeling capability" just isnt needed for a sub compact at all.

 

[Scrounger]

I pull a 7000# tamdem from Aluma Manufacturing. Loades or unloaded the trailer tows as smooth as can be. I dont think I've ever seen it bounce at all. I think the biggest variable is the type and quality of suspension that is on the trailer. I'm not a big leaf spring trailer guy. Dual brakes are a must however. I agree with the other posts that the 5000# trailers are about the same price as the 7000#. A 16' is only marginally more than a 14' so the extra 2' is well worth the extra bit of money.

Used alot or sporatically, a good trailer is a worth while investment that you (and your friends) will get alot of use out of.

 

[escavader]

14 ft big tex car hauler for me.you definately need a tandem,wouldnt want to blow a tire with a single with that weight.Dont under estimate the weight of these rigs,by the size of them.YOU ought to have brakes too.
ALAN

 

[danadsr]

I use an 18ft, 12,000 lb trailer for hauling a BX22. I initially bought the trailer for a 1957 Ford 800 with FEL and BH but it turned out to be @ 4ft too short. I can't get the weight centered. The BX fits perfectly even with the FEL and BH attached and a 5ft box blade and 5ft landscape rake on the trailer. Also, the trailer weighs 2000lbs empty so it doesn't seem to bounch around too much even when unloaded. Also, this trailer works perfectly with a 3130 w FEL and 4ft brushhog attached. I also agree with the chain over straps. I began using straps on the BX22 but did keep a very careful eay on them. After only a year, the straps started fraying where they contacted any non-rounded edge. Chains are the way to go.

 

[Sully2]

</font><font color="blue" class="small">( I use an 18ft, 12,000 lb trailer for hauling a BX22. I initially bought the trailer for a 1957 Ford 800 with FEL and BH but it turned out to be @ 4ft too short. I can't get the weight centered. The BX fits perfectly even with the FEL and BH attached and a 5ft box blade and 5ft landscape rake on the trailer. Also, the trailer weighs 2000lbs empty so it doesn't seem to bounch around too much even when unloaded. Also, this trailer works perfectly with a 3130 w FEL and 4ft brushhog attached. I also agree with the chain over straps. I began using straps on the BX22 but did keep a very careful eay on them. After only a year, the straps started fraying where they contacted any non-rounded edge. Chains are the way to go. )</font>

Im with ya on that!

My B3030 weighs approx 1900 lbs dry..and with an 800 lbs FEL on it ( I have no idea what the backhoe might weight?? I dont have one YET.. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif..) "I" certainly wouldnt need a 7000 pound capacity trailer to pull it around..and im SURE that setup would weigh more than a BX23 or 22 or whatever.

Now..if I were to have other additional uses for a trailer..thats another story altogether...but for JUST hauling the tractor..with a backhoe and FEL..a 7K capacity just isnt needed at all.

 

[strokerduster]

i hauled my b3030/fel/ballast box on a 16' flatbed car hauler. i don't think it would be long enough to try with a backhoe or bushhog attached. the weight isn't an issue. i just bought a used 18' just like the 16 and am fixing it up to use. 5k and 7k trailers are basically same (3500 lb springs and axles) but coupler and tire ratings are different. trailer brakes are a MUST. too much is fine, not enough is a problem and a waste of money. just my opinion.............. /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif