Equipment Trailer Rental in Troy, IL

What an Equipment Trailer Is Used For

Equipment trailers are designed for transporting machinery and heavy equipment. KD's equipment trailer options can be used for equipment such as skid steers, mini excavators, tractors, scissor lifts, and other appropriate loads, provided the equipment and total loaded weight are within the trailer's verified capacity.

Two of KD's equipment trailer options use a tilt deck for drive-on loading. The conventional equipment trailers provide a traditional equipment-hauling configuration. Straps, chains, and binders are available upon request so you have what you need to secure heavy machinery properly. If the tilt deck is the feature you're after, our tilt trailer rentals cover both sizes in one place.

Rentals are flat daily rates with no mileage fees. You pay for the days you have the trailer, not how far you drive it. Pick it up at our lot at 407 E US Highway 40 in Troy and bring it back when the job is done. If you're moving a skid steer or mini excavator, our equipment trailer guide for skid steers walks through what to check first.

Equipment trailers are a practical choice when you need to move a piece of machinery that is too heavy or too large for a standard utility trailer. Contractors use them to haul skid steers and mini excavators to job sites, property owners use them to move tractors and implements between properties, and tradespeople use them to transport scissor lifts and other equipment. The key is matching the weight of your machine to the trailer's capacity and making sure your tow vehicle is rated for the loaded weight.

Choosing the Right Equipment Trailer

The right equipment trailer depends on the weight and size of your machinery and the capabilities of your towing vehicle. A trailer that has plenty of deck length can still be the wrong choice if the loaded weight exceeds its rating, so start with the operating or transport weight of the machine you are moving.

The 22ft Equipment Trailer has a 7,000 lb capacity for a 1/2-ton vehicle and a 13,000 lb capacity for a 3/4-ton vehicle or larger. This is a solid option for mid-size machinery when your tow vehicle is properly equipped.

The 24ft Equipment Trailer has a 17,000 lb capacity. The additional deck length and higher weight rating make it the option to consider when you are hauling larger or heavier equipment that would exceed the 22ft trailer's limits.

KD also offers 22ft and 24ft equipment tilt trailers with 7,500 lb and 11,000 lb capacities respectively. The tilt deck lowers toward ground level for drive-on loading, which can make loading equipment easier than backing up separate ramps. Compare the capacities and loading configurations to find the trailer that fits your machine and your tow vehicle.

Towing Requirements

Every equipment trailer on this page requires a 2 5/16 inch ball hitch, a 7-pin plug, and a functioning brake controller in your towing vehicle. A 3/4 ton truck or larger is required to reach the full capacity of the 22ft and 24ft trailers. Before you book, verify that your vehicle is properly equipped and rated to handle the loaded weight of the trailer plus your machinery.

The trailer's capacity does not override your truck's towing limit. Your setup needs to stay within the limits of both the trailer and the tow vehicle. If your truck is rated lower than the trailer's maximum capacity, you can still rent the trailer — you just need to keep the loaded weight within what your vehicle can safely pull.

Not sure whether your truck is set up to tow? Our towing requirements guide walks you through tow ratings, hitch sizes, plug types, and brake controllers so there are no surprises at pickup. Kyle, our Hauling Expert, can also answer your questions if you call him at 618-414-9857.

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