Heavy haul trailers such as
the so-called “lowboy” models are often a boon to companies
seeking transport of a large volume of materials. As their name
implies, the main cargo bed is already machined to be more aligned
with the trailer wheels’ axles, allowing for a lower center of
gravity. Some sellers have models of between 55 tons to 60 tons. The
design helps in the ease of loading, but the Federal Motor Carrier
Safety Administration has limited the types of materials that can be
loaded onto lowboys. Here are a couple of them:
Vehicles
A lowboy
trailer
may have space for at least one vehicle, whether it’s an
automobile, van, or light truck, as long as they each weigh no more
than 10,000 pounds. However, if each vehicle’s weight is above the
specified limit, especially for heavy machines, extra care is needed
to secure it well. Machines with articulated parts, such as backhoes
and cranes, should be locked down to prevent movement in transit.
Pipes
Pipes on low-boys provide a
spiffy challenge for transport crews. When several pipes are bundled
together on the bed, they must be adequately tied down to prevent
them from rolling while in transit. The tie-downs must have an
aggregate working load limit that is equal to at least half the total
weight of all pipes.
Lowboy trailers provide
adequate stability for materials during road transit. Proper stowage
will add to the stability.
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