Replacement Axle w/ a 49" Hub Face
Updated 12/15/2025 | Published 11/05/2024
Question:
Looking for a replacement axle and hubs for a light boat trailer. 49 hub to hub face, 40.25 spring center, 42 wide trailer frame, can go with 4 on 4 or 5 on 4.5 studs. Can go with a low weight rating 1,250 lbs. only carrying 300 lbs.
asked by: Earl
Expert Reply:
Hey Earl! The only axle I have that has a 49" hub face is the CE Smith Trailer Axle Beam with Studded Hubs item # CES84XR. It has an 1,800 lbs capacity but comes with 5 on 4-1/2" hubs and has a 38-1/2" spring center. This is a square axle so it would be pretty easy to move the spring seats but I do not have a way to change the hubs out.
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CE Smith Trailer Axle Beam with Studded Hubs - 5 on 4-1/2" - 54" Long - 1.8K
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- Marine Grade
- Idler Hubs
- 1800 lbs
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 38-1/2 Inch Spring Center
- 49-1/2 Inch Hub Face
- No Drop or Lift
- CE Smith
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Jerred H.
12/15/2025
Hey Earl, how did things work out with the CE Smith trailer axle for your boat trailer? Were you able to adjust the spring seats to match your frame width? Your update could make it easier for others working on similar light-duty trailers.