Flatbed Trailer Vs Step Deck Trailer

There is obviously a key difference between step deck vs flatbed, but it’s mainly just the step deck dimensions. When it comes to length and width, the step deck and flatbed have the same dimensions, but there is a key difference with the height of these trailers. With the lowered deck, as mentioned before, the step deck dimensions allow for larger cargo to be hauled, even if all the other specifications are pretty much the same, including the weight limit.

Freight Carried on a Flatbed Trailer

Due to their large surface area, flatbed trailers are great for hauling large loads with high freight weight, though they won’t suit when it comes to taller loads. Some examples of commonly transported traditional flatbed trailer cargo include:

• Raw materials
• Construction materials
• Agricultural equipment
• Scrap metal
• Heating and cooling units
• Certain oversize loads