Description
Forty Feet of Deck and 18,100 Pounds of Payload
Some loads simply will not go on a bumper pull. A compact excavator riding alongside its attachments, a skid steer plus a mini loader, forty-foot trusses, a pallet stack that has to arrive in one trip. That is the job this pre-owned 2023 Big Tex 8.5×40 was built for, with a 25,900 lb GVWR and a real 18,100 lb payload behind it, all wrapped in a clean black finish.
The gooseneck layout is doing most of the work. Putting the pivot over the tow vehicle’s rear axle tightens the turning circle, spreads weight sensibly between truck and trailer, and settles the whole combination down at highway speed in a way a tag trailer of this length never manages. Dual 12,000 lb electric-braked axles with forward self-adjusting brakes and HD adjustable suspension keep the load planted.
Details a Contractor Notices
Slide-out ramps mean one person can load tracked or wheeled equipment without wrestling a heavy fold-up gate into position. A sliding winch track and retractable side steps shave minutes off every load, which adds up across a season, and the lockable mega-sized front storage box with chain holder keeps binders, straps and tools dry and out of sight. Stake pockets and rub rail run both sides of the treated wood deck, so you are never hunting for a tie-down point.
Specifications
- Year 2023, Big Tex Trailers, model 8.5×40, black, pre-owned condition
- 12 in x 19# low-profile I-beam main frame, 6 in channel outer frame, 12 in x 19# I-beam neck
- Dual 12,000 lb electric-braked axles with forward self-adjusting brakes
- HD adjustable suspension, radial tires on black wheels
- Slide-out ramps and sliding winch track
- Treated decking with rub rail and stake pockets both sides
- Lockable mega-sized front storage box with chain holder
- Dual landing gear, retractable side steps, spare tire mount
- DEMCO 2-5/16 in EZ Latch gooseneck coupler with Zip breakaway cable
- Sealed modular cold-weather wiring harness
- GVWR 25,900 lbs, empty weight 7,800 lbs, payload 18,100 lbs
Match the trailer to the truck, not the other way around. A 40-foot deck at 25K is properly paired with a three-quarter-ton diesel or larger fitted with a rated gooseneck hitch, and you want to confirm your loaded machine weight against the 18,100 lb payload with margin rather than at the ceiling. On a used deck, the boards and the brake magnets are the two items worth checking first. Also think about where it lives between jobs, because forty feet plus a truck needs a real turnaround.
Want to know the landed cost? Send us the delivery address through our quote request form or call (279) 272-6346. Delivery is a flat rate by region from our Sacramento yard – local, nationwide and international – and the exact rate shows at checkout. More heavy-haul options are listed under Container Chassis & Trailers, and the rest of the yard inventory is in the full catalog.
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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