Description
Forty Feet of Gooseneck Deck for Heavy Iron
Machinery tends to outgrow a bumper-pull long before the owner is ready to admit it. This 2002 Kaufman 101×40 settles the argument with a 40 ft flatbed deck, 101 in of working width and a 25,500 lb GVWR, which is the combination contractors, row-crop farmers and hot-shot haulers reach for when a tractor, a skid steer or a machine plus its attachments all have to move on the same trip.
A gooseneck coupler sets its pin weight over the tow vehicle rear axle instead of hanging it off the bumper, so a deck this long tracks straighter at highway speed and pivots far tighter when it has to be backed into a crowded site. Underneath, a 12 in pierced I-beam main frame with 3 in channel crossmembers on 16 in centers spreads concentrated point loads across the 2 in treated wood deck rather than letting a loader tire dish it. Two 10,000 lb oil-bath axles riding slipper springs keep the running gear simple, and dual 12,000 lb foot jacks turn hooking or dropping the neck into a one-person job even with weight still on the boards.
Stake pockets in the 6 in channel rail give you tie-down points anywhere along the length, so chains, binders, lumber bunks and bundled pipe all find a home, while the factory toolbox keeps the rigging from sliding around loose on the deck between stops.
Specifications
- Year 2002, Kaufman Trailers, model 101×40 gooseneck equipment trailer
- Deck: 40 ft long, 101 in wide, 2 in treated wood
- Main frame: 12 in pierced I-beam
- Crossmembers: 3 in channel on 16 in centers
- Axles: two 10,000 lb oil-bath axles on slipper spring suspension
- Side rail: 6 in channel with stake pockets
- Jacks: dual 12,000 lb foot jacks
- Heavy-duty safety chains
- Factory toolbox
- Dry weight 8,000 lb, GVWR 25,500 lb, payload 17,500 lb
Run the numbers on your truck before you run them on the trailer. Loading toward the 25,500 lb rating puts roughly a fifth to a quarter of that weight straight down on a bed-mounted hitch, which in practice means a one-ton or heavier tow vehicle with a rear axle rated to match. The 17,500 lb payload is generous enough for most compact and mid-size machines with a bucket and a set of forks riding along, and the 40 ft length is worth measuring against your driveway and your usual gate before it arrives.
This one has worked for a living and shows it honestly. Once it lands at your place, walk the deck boards end to end, check the tires by date code as well as tread, pull a drum to judge brake life, and look the gooseneck coupler over for wear before the first heavy pull.
Delivery is a flat rate by region from our Sacramento yard – local, nationwide and international – and the exact rate shows at checkout. Checkout is by direct bank transfer, and every sale carries a 30-day return window. Send us the delivery address through our quote request form for a firm date, or keep comparing decks in the container chassis and trailer range.
Recommended Applications
- Commercial & Jobsite Storage: Weatherproof, secure storage for costly tools, building supplies, and inventory.
- Agricultural & Farm Use: Secure feed, seed, and heavy machinery protection against pests and severe weather.
- Residential & Personal Storage: Heavy-duty, on-property storage during home remodels, relocations, or seasonal transitions.
Delivery, Logistics & Site Preparation
Big Bear Containers provides reliable, insured delivery direct to your site across the Sacramento region, Northern California, and nationwide throughout the continental United States. Depending on the unit, delivery is handled via specialized tilt-bed rollback truck or transport trailer.
- Site Access Requirements: Ensure a clear, level surface (concrete pad, packed gravel, or asphalt) with adequate approach clearance for delivery trucks.
- Pre-Delivery Inspection: Every unit undergoes a rigorous multi-point inspection prior to dispatch to ensure doors, seals, structural members, and flooring meet our strict quality criteria.
- Rapid Dispatch: Local Sacramento and California deliveries typically arrive within 3 to 7 business days following order confirmation. Nationwide freight options are fully tracked.
Why Choose Big Bear Containers?
At Big Bear Containers Inc., we pride ourselves on delivering premium grade storage containers, modular structures, and commercial trailers with transparent pricing and exceptional customer care. Whether you are purchasing a single storage container or outfitting an entire commercial fleet, our Sacramento-based team is dedicated to providing durable solutions tailored to your operational needs.
- Rigorous Inspection Guarantee: Guaranteed wind- and water-tight containers with robust structural integrity.
- Transparent Quotes: Flat regional delivery rates shown at checkout, with no hidden handling fees.
- Dedicated Support: Personalized assistance from container specialists from order placement to on-site drop-off.
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