Replacing 3500-lb Axles with 5200-lb Axles on Enclosed Cargo Trailer

Updated 08/06/2014 | Published 08/04/2014

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Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension - Standard Duty - 4" Drop - 5 Bolt Flange - 5,200 lbs

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Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension - Standard Duty - No Drop - 5 Bolt Flange - 5,200 lbs

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Question:

Can I replace 2 3500# axles with 5200# ones on my 14foot wells cargo enclosed trailer

asked by: Rochelle

Expert Reply:

You can change out the 3500-lb axles on your enclosed trailer with higher-capacity 5200-lb axles but this will not necessarily increase the weight capacity of the trailer. The trailer manufacturer should be consulted (giving them your trailer's VIN) to allow them to determine if the other components in it, such as its frame, have the capacity to allow you to benefit from increasing the axle rating.

Also, it will likely be necessary to change your hubs to ones that are higher rated to match the new higher-rated axles.

For reference I have linked you to our main page for trailer axles where you can review the available options. You can use the filters on the page to narrow the results based on your needs.
Due to the weight of axles we can ship only Timbren systems in the 5200-lb rating, such as # ASR5200S04 with 4-inch drop spindles and brake flanges and part # ASR5200S01.

expert reply by: Adam R