Recommended Tandem Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for 40 Foot Trailer

Updated 08/14/2019 | Published 08/13/2019

Products Featured in This Question

Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double Eye Springs - 3-1/4" Tall Front/Center/Rear

(716)

$92.92

U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 5,200-lb to 7,000-lb, Round Trailer Axles - 7" Long U-Bolts

(2253)

$71.66

Question:

Building a frame with 2 axles to put under a storage container it is a 40 foot 8000lb i have 2 6000lb axles with 1-3/4 wide leaf eye springs aready mounted i wont to get all parts 1 kit does it matter length of frame bkt not going to tow it much have to make them able to be towed.

asked by: Russ A

Expert Reply:

Yes, the length of the trailer frame will play a part in determining where to position the trailer axles. The axles will need to be placed under the trailer so that 10-15% of the total weight will be on the tongue. I have attached a photo below with the formula you will need to use in order to find out the best spot to place your axles.

In regards to parts needed for the above, I recommend the Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double Eye Springs part # APT5 with the U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 5,200-lb to 7,000-lb, Round Trailer Axles part # APUBR-8. There is a chart on the product page for the Tandem-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double Eye Springs that tells you where to place the hangers once you get the axles lined up which will vary based on the length of your leaf springs.

expert reply by: Conner L