The Benefits Of Gooseneck Trailers
Modern trailers turn impossible transportation tasks into just another drive. Whether you’re moving into a new home, transporting oddly-shaped or large cargo, or just getting your tools from worksite to worksite, a trailer makes your life easier—and if you own a pickup, gooseneck trailers make it even better!
We here at Countryside Trailer Sales want you to get the most out of your tools, so we’ve put together some of the benefits of a gooseneck trailer. If you want to know more, or you want to see the gooseneck trailers we have for sale, contact our store in Spring, Texas, today!
Definition
First things first! A gooseneck trailer’s defining characteristic is a long, curved neck where other trailers might have a simple hitch. It affixes to the bed of a pickup truck or similar vehicle, which is the only real drawback—unless you own or can easily access a tow vehicle like that, the gooseneck hitch isn’t worth much. But the benefits of this unique setup far outweigh that restriction.
Stability
Because the gooseneck hitch overlaps with a portion of your truck and centers the weight on the vehicle’s rear axle rather than bumper, these trailers tend to be far more stable. That means increased control and less trailer sway on highways and backroads alike, providing a gentler ride for you and your cargo.
That weight distribution also makes hauling heavier cargos much simpler. Your rear axle can handle weight better than your bumper can. That means more or larger cargo, which also means fewer trips.
Security
Trailers can be an easy target for ambitious thieves, but the gooseneck’s one drawback turns into a strength in these scenarios. Not only is it more difficult to unhitch a gooseneck trailer without drawing attention, but potential thieves will also need a pickup truck of the proper size with a compatible bed. That turns an easy snatch job into a drawn-out process that they’re likely to avoid altogether.
Options
As niche as a gooseneck trailer might seem at first glance, there’s no shortage of variety in the types of trailers that come with this hitch. From compact utility trailers to enormous rigs that can measure over 30 feet, from dump trailers to livestock, you’re guaranteed to find a trailer that meets your needs and budget. Just remember not to go over your vehicle’s or trailer’s GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating).
Value
When it comes to ease of towing, durability, and performance, you can’t get a better value than with a gooseneck trailer. They can lower the number of trips, increase your cargo capacity, and can even lower your maintenance costs, depending on how it’s used.
Ready to see what a gooseneck trailer can do for you? Contact us at Countryside Trailer Sales to learn more, or to see our inventory of gooseneck trailers. We proudly serve the people of Houston and The Woodlands, Texas—let us serve you today!