Gooseneck trailer advice

[JasonW]

Looking at a larger tractor and need to buy a dovetail gooseneck trailer. Looking at a Cab model M7060, front end loader, with cast rears and filled tires.
What would be a good length trailer? Longest implement would be on it would be a batwing mower. I'm limited on pin weight on my 2500HD so I might be able to load the tractor backwards.
I'm getting conflicting weight numbers on this setup. Some dealers say a 14k rated trailer will be plenty, others say dual tandem 20k rated to be safe.
Definitely don't want to buy twice, thanks in advance.

 

[Russell King]

You will probably want tandem axle for safety in case of flats.
Also get electric brake system installed on at least one axle but both would be best.
If you can afford the larger trailer then I suggest you go for it


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[North Idaho Wolfman]

For that size of tractor and equipment I would go the full 20K trailer.
Your going to be pushing a 14K trailers rating.

Also your 2500HD should be able to handle the 20K trailer, the tractor, and equipment fine.
Like others have said, dual axle brakes are a must, spend some time and get the controller set up properly, and get the proper tie downs.

 

[Bulldog]

To haul a tractor and batwing you'll need a 30' +5' trailer.

Or

You may really like one with hyd dovetail. You can probably get by with a 28' that way and be able to get around better. They have a 9' tail which pushes the axles up more. Better balance point and is about the same foot print as a 25' trailer.

 

[russell.still.5]

I’ve got a 14k 26+4 pulling with a Ram 2500. Hauling a M9540 ROPS with my Batwing and loader is all the trailer wants. I back it in for weight distribution and the bucket sits on the dovetail.

If I hauled it that way a lot or for over by distance I would buy a 20K trailer.


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[JasonW]

Thanks for the replys. Trailer brakes are a must, probably electric over hydraulic. Looked into the hydraulic dovetails also. Need to do some more measuring at the dealer on my next off day.

 

[bearskinner]

You will never regret buying the best.
Peace of mind and confidence in your Equipment is worth so much also.

 

[russell.still.5]

Thanks for the replys. Trailer brakes are a must, probably electric over hydraulic. /QUOTE]


Do you research on electric over hydraulic. I think it takes a special controller and the ones preinstalled in trucks are for electric only.




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[Earp]

I have the same tractor and a Gatormade 20+5 ft dual tandem 24.9K gooseneck trailer.
My F250 handles the trailer and tractor fine.
I have a don't have a batwing mower but I would think you are going to need at least 30ft. I would look into a hyd. dovetail trailer, if you can afford the extra cost.
Based on my calculations the M7060+cab+cast iron wheels+loaded rear tires+1154 loader = ~9000 lbs

 

[Sammy3700]

I have a dump trailer (goose neck) with 2 10,000lbs axles and all electric brakes. Also a 24' with a 3' tail goose neck with 2 7,000 axles (it is a deck between the wheels) and all wheels brake. I personally don't like electric over hydraulic because of future problems and as others said I have been told it takes a different controller. I pull them with a 3500 dually Chevrolet.

 

[JasonW]

Thanks for the replys. Trailer brakes are a must, probably electric over hydraulic. /QUOTE]


Do you research on electric over hydraulic. I think it takes a special controller and the ones preinstalled in trucks are for electric only.




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I have, that's why I prefer them. Only downside is initial cost.

 

[JasonW]

I have a dump trailer (goose neck) with 2 10,000lbs axles and all electric brakes. Also a 24' with a 3' tail goose neck with 2 7,000 axles (it is a deck between the wheels) and all wheels brake. I personally don't like electric over hydraulic because of future problems and as others said I have been told it takes a different controller. I pull them with a 3500 dually Chevrolet.

Could you elaborate on the "future problems"? Electric over hydraulic brakes use the same controller as regular electric brakes. Two types of controllers are Proportional-style and Time-style controllers, both work with EOH brakes.

 

[Bunker Buster]

If you go with electric over hydraulic, you won't want to pull with electric brakes again. They are NICE! I miss my 20k with electric/hydraulic brakes on both axles, other than the weight of the trailer. That sucker was heavy empty! Like already said, it does not take a special controller.