Is there a way to tell the weight rating of trailer axles? I found a trailer for a decent deal but no one is sure of the rating. I'm worried it might not be heavy duty enough for my needs. It seems like a homemade trailer so there's no manufacturer tag. It's got 5 lug wheels but not like regular ones in the center, they are much bigger centers
Need a lil help
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Looks like mobile home axles. Sorry, don't know anything beyond that.
agree on the mobile home axles assessment, probably way heavier duty than anything you will ever use the trailer for
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I'm looking for at least a 10k gvw trailer because it will be used mostly for transporting a bobcat. Are these axles typically rated for 5k or more?
If I was going to pull 5 tons, I think it's probably worth it in peace of mind alone to get something you know is rated to do so.
I agree, looks like a mobile home axle set-up. Keep in mind, those things are designed for a pull to final destination, likely less than 500 miles, then will be parked. If you plan on putting many miles on a trailer, you'd again be well-advised to consider something you know is rated for what you plan, rather than a cheap unknown.
I agree, looks like a mobile home axle set-up. Keep in mind, those things are designed for a pull to final destination, likely less than 500 miles, then will be parked. If you plan on putting many miles on a trailer, you'd again be well-advised to consider something you know is rated for what you plan, rather than a cheap unknown.
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Ok thanks for the help. I'll pass on this one and look for another.