Dump Trailers

Dump Trailers for Every Job

At D.K. Hostetler Truck Bodies and Trailers, we understand the importance of having a trailer that fits you and your job, so we offer dump trailers, enclosed trailers, and parallel construction trailers to do just that.

A dump trailer has an electric hoist which tilts the trailer bed up to a 45-degree angle, quickly and easily removing the contents without the effort and time customarily associated with unloading. Dumps are becoming more common as they can also perform tasks similar to an equipment or utility trailer, making a dump trailer the closest thing to a universal trailer.

Every purchase of a trailer from D.K. Hostetler Truck Bodies and Trailers comes with a non-transferable lifetime inspection and a complete safety check. Here’s what else sets our sales company apart:

• Three generations of experience and knowledge
• Locally, family-owned, and woman-owned business
• One-year workmanship warranty
• Free same-day quotes
• All manufacturer warranties honored
• COSTARS distributor
• Knapheide - outstanding sales performance
• Multi-unit discounts available

Request a free quote from D.K. Hostetler Truck Bodies and Trailers today.

Dump Trailer Styles

Dump trailers mainly come in two styles:

• Deckover
• Low-profile

A deckover (DO) dump would be a dump with the wheels tucked underneath the bed, saving the approximately 18-inch width of a set of fenders, and making the overall width about a foot narrower than a low-profile trailer, sitting up about four to six feet higher than most industry standards.

Deckover dump trailers are one of the most nimble and navigable trailers for trucks. Drivers find ease in maneuvers such as parking in the street, driving on busy roads, and when negotiating narrow clearances.

Deckover trailers can be a bit more top heavy (a.k.a. “tippy”), but it definitely does a better job of dumping and transporting material piles. As an added bonus, this trailer variety has the advantages of being lighter and less expensive than the leading low-profile dump trailer models.

A low-profile (LP) dump trailer refers to a dump with the wheels outside of the frame, making the trailer lower to the ground with a wider stance. This makes the trailer very stable, and its low stance makes it ideal for loading equipment. A low-profile dump is generally about 18" wider overall than the box size.

Regardless of trailer type, for larger loads, gooseneck hitch configurations are recommended for towing stability and improved turning radius. They are most common in lengths ranging from 25 to 32 feet.

For more information or to discuss your dump trailer requirements, contact us today.