Lowboy trailers

Western Truck & Trailer supplies lowboy trailers engineered for hauling heavy equipment across construction, excavation, infrastructure, and energy operations.

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Lowboy trailer transporting heavy construction equipment
What Is a Lowboy

What Is a Lowboy Trailer?

Lowboy trailers are designed to haul tall and heavy equipment that cannot be transported on standard trailers. Their lowered deck height allows oversized machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders to remain within highway height limits during transport.

Western Truck & Trailer works with fleets and owner operators to match lowboy trailer configurations with the hauling requirements of their operations.

Deciding between deck styles? Read our Lowboy vs. step deck buyer's guide for specs, costs, and permit thresholds.

Typical equipment hauled

  • Excavators
  • Bulldozers
  • Wheel Loaders
  • Backhoes
  • Industrial Machinery
In the Field

Lowboy Trailers in Action

Lowboy trailers are commonly used for transporting heavy equipment between job sites and construction projects.

Lowboy trailer hauling an excavator to a construction site

Excavator transport

Lowboy trailer transporting a bulldozer on highway

Bulldozer hauling

Heavy equipment being loaded onto a lowboy trailer

Equipment loading

Lowboy trailer transporting industrial machinery

Machinery transport

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See Lowboy Trailers in Operation

Watch lowboy trailers handling heavy equipment loading, transport, and delivery on job sites.

Lowboy trailer video — loading heavy equipment
Key Features

Designed for heavy equipment transport.

Lowboy trailers are engineered for demanding hauling conditions and oversized equipment loads.

  • Low Deck Height

    Lowered deck allows oversized machinery to remain within highway height limits during transport.

  • Heavy Load Capacity

    Built to handle the weight of excavators, bulldozers, and other heavy construction equipment.

  • Multiple Axle Configurations

    Available in 2, 3, and 4+ axle configurations to match load requirements and regulations.

  • Detachable Gooseneck

    Removable gooseneck designs allow equipment to drive directly onto the trailer deck.

  • Hydraulic Loading Systems

    Hydraulic systems for smooth detachment and loading of heavy equipment.

Configurations

Lowboy Trailer Configurations

Lowboy trailers are available in several configurations depending on the type of equipment being transported.

Removable Gooseneck (RGN)

Allows equipment to drive directly onto the trailer deck for fast, safe loading.

Fixed Neck

Traditional design with strong structural support for consistent heavy hauling.

Hydraulic Detachable

Hydraulic system detaches the neck for easier loading of oversized equipment.

Mechanical Neck

Manual detachable neck configuration for reliable, cost-effective operation.

Extendable

Adjustable trailer length for transporting long or oversized equipment.

Buying Guidance

Choosing across our lowboy lineup

The right lowboy comes down to the neck, the axles, and the deck — not the brand badge. Here's how our current lineup sorts out:

  • Standard heavy-haul RGN (removable gooseneck). The everyday choice for driving self-propelled iron on and off. Our XL Specialized 110-series and Alpha A110HDG run here — new HDG lowboys (Alpha A110HDG-SF, XL 80 HDG, XL 110HDG) land in roughly the $118,900–$120,900 band.

  • Extendable and multi-axle / flip-axle. When loads run long or over standard axle limits, a flip-axle or extendable spreads weight and stays legal. Choice 355NG and flip-axle builds sit in the $105,900–$123,900 range; heavy XL 110HDE builds run higher.

  • Value used. A sound used lowboy earns from day one — used Fontaine LXT40 and older XL builds have priced from the $60,000s to ~$115,000 depending on year, axles, and hours.

(Prices are a current snapshot and turn with inventory — the grid above is live; call for today's numbers.) Not sure which neck or axle setup fits your loads? Tell us the machines you haul, and we'll spec it. Financing is $0 down for qualified buyers with terms to six years, and short- or long-term rentals let you run one before you commit.

Great service, quality equipment ready to go. Wes even met me on Sunday.

Wyatt S., Western Truck & Trailer customer (Google review)
Manufacturers

Featured Lowboy Manufacturers

Western Truck & Trailer works with manufacturers known for building durable lowboy trailers designed for heavy equipment hauling.

XL Specialized trailersAlpha trailers
Load King
Industries

Industries That Depend on Lowboy Trailers

Lowboy trailers are commonly used across industries that transport heavy equipment between job sites.

Construction

Transport excavators, bulldozers, and heavy equipment between construction sites.

Excavation

Move excavation equipment to and from dig sites safely and efficiently.

Aggregate & Mining

Haul crushers, loaders, and heavy mining equipment between operations.

Infrastructure

Support road, bridge, and utility projects with reliable equipment transport.

Energy & Utilities

Transport generators, transformers, and industrial equipment for energy projects.

Agriculture

Move large agricultural equipment including tractors and harvesters.

Service Area

Four branches, one coverage zone.

Western Truck & Trailer operates four branches — Utah, Nevada, Montana, and Texas — and regularly supports fleets and owner operators across the surrounding states.

Branches

4 locations

Coverage

13 states served

  • Utah
  • Nevada
  • Montana
  • Texas
  • Arizona
  • Idaho
  • California
  • Colorado
  • Wyoming
  • Oklahoma
  • Louisiana
  • North Dakota
  • South Dakota
Lowboy FAQ

Common Lowboy Trailer Questions

Answers to the most common questions about lowboy trailers from Western Truck & Trailer.

Lowboy trailers are designed to haul tall and heavy equipment that cannot be transported on standard trailers. Their lowered deck height allows oversized machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders to remain within highway height limits during transport. They are commonly used across construction, infrastructure, agriculture, and industrial operations.

Lowboy trailers are commonly used to transport excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders, backhoes, industrial machinery, and other heavy equipment. The low deck height and heavy load capacity make them suitable for oversized loads that exceed standard trailer height limits.

Lowboy trailer weight capacity varies by configuration and axle count. Standard lowboys typically handle 40,000 to 80,000+ pounds depending on the model, number of axles, and gooseneck type. Contact our sales team to discuss the right configuration for your hauling requirements.

A removable gooseneck (RGN) lowboy allows the front of the trailer to detach and lower to the ground, so equipment can drive directly onto the deck. A fixed-neck lowboy has a permanent gooseneck connection and requires equipment to be loaded with a crane or ramp. RGN trailers are more common for self-propelled equipment like excavators and bulldozers.

Yes. Western Truck & Trailer offers flexible financing solutions for lowboy trailers. We work with fleets and owner operators to structure payment terms that fit their operations. Visit our financing page or contact our sales team to discuss options.

Yes. Western Truck & Trailer offers short-term and long-term lowboy trailer rentals. Rental availability varies by location and current inventory. Contact your nearest location to check availability and rental terms.

Western Truck & Trailer sells lowboy trailers from leading manufacturers including Alpha HD, XL Specialized, and other trusted brands. Our inventory includes both new and used lowboy trailers across multiple configurations.

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