Axle Recommendation for Building Low Profile Utility Trailer

Updated 08/31/2015 | Published 08/30/2015

Question:

I want to build a trailer 5foot x 14foot to haul a small John Deere tractor and implements. I need it to have electric brakes and one axle so I can have it tip with the hitch being able to move so it tilts and I can drive it up easily. I plan to build it out of aluminum so it is light and the rest of the weight can be used for my tractor. I ran across your axleless wheels. I think the 3500# one would do the trick. I also have to get the trailer and tractor in my garage. I only have 81inch clearance. The tractor needs 67inch clearance so that means the deck of the trailer has to be no higher than 13inch or 14inch inches. Can I accomplish this with the axleless wheels that have the 4inch drop?

asked by: Paul

Expert Reply:

Having a deck height for a trailer of 13-14 inches is pretty low. Using the 4 inch drop Timbren setup part # A35RD545E would give you the best chance of it getting that low.

The center of the spindle will end up being 1/4 of an inch below the trailer frame when installed. So depending on the size tires you use and the other dimension of the trailer it would be technically possible.

I attached a dimensional drawing for the setup for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C