Description
Ramp-Free Loading in a 20-Foot Package
Ask anyone who loads a skid steer twice a day what they hate about a standard equipment trailer, and the answer is the ramps. They are heavy, they pinch fingers, they never sit square, and the approach angle still bottoms out a low machine. A full tilt deck removes the whole argument: the 2024 Rice PTHD20 settles its deck to the ground, you drive on at a shallow angle, and the deck levels itself as the weight rolls forward.
Two 8,000 lb cambered EZ Lube axles with electric brakes sit under a 16,000 lb GVWR, and a 4,080 lb dry weight leaves 11,920 lb of payload. The 6 in channel tongue and main frame with 3 in formed channel crossmembers on 16 in centers keep the deck from flexing where a track loader concentrates its weight.
Twenty feet is the length that suits contractors running one mid-size machine plus an attachment, or a rental operator who needs to swap between a mini excavator one day and a compact tractor the next without wrestling ramps in the dark.
Specifications
- 2024 Rice Trailers, model PTHD20, black, new
- GVWR 16,000 lb; dry weight 4,080 lb; payload 11,920 lb
- Two 8,000 lb cambered EZ Lube axles with electric brakes
- 17.5 in LRJ black tires
- 2-5/16 in adjustable coupler rated 16,000 lb
- 10,000 lb jack
- 6 in channel tongue and main frame
- 3 in formed channel crossmembers on 16 in centers
- Pressure-treated decking with fabricated hard fenders
- Integrated storage box
- Fully sealed modular wire harness with LED lights
- Emergency break-away kit
- Complete powder coat finish
- Options fitted: spare tire mount and D-rings
Deck length is the spec people get wrong most often on a tilt. Measure your machine at its longest, then add the room an attachment takes up in front of it plus enough clearance behind the rear axle to chain down properly without the straps pulling at a bad angle. If your loader is right on the edge of 20 feet with a bucket fitted, the extra two feet of a 22-footer is cheaper than discovering the problem on delivery day.
Compared with a stationary-deck equipment trailer at the same rating, a tilt gives up a little usable length to the pivot and gains a loading process one person can do alone. Worth knowing: a tilt deck needs a flat, firm surface to work properly, and on soft ground the tail can dig in. On arrival, cycle the tilt, check the cam lock engages fully, and confirm your truck and hitch are rated for a loaded 16K bumper-pull.
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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