Cargo Trailer Buying Guide

Cargo trailers are a great option for transporting huge quantities of items from place to place. They are available in a variety of sizes and styles, which makes it that much easier to find one that suits your needs. If you’re interested in finding the right cargo trailer for you, this guide from Ben Nelson Golf and Outdoor Equipment has what you’ll need to know.

Cargo Trailer Material

Choose whether you want an aluminum cargo trailer or a steel cargo trailer. Aluminum is lightweight and corrosion resistant, which means that aluminum cargo trailers are cheaper to haul and maintain. Steel trailers, while heavier and vulnerable to corrosion, are also tougher, making them the better choice for cargo that is especially heavy. 

Size Needs

Bigger cargo trailers can hold more cargo, which means fewer trips overall. At the same time, the larger the cargo trailer, the more it will cost and the more difficult it will be to haul it. Figure out how large of a trailer you’ll need early in the buying process. 

Choose Your Towing Vehicle

Your cargo trailer won’t be very useful without a tow vehicle that can handle it. Even if your tow vehicle is powerful enough to haul a particular trailer, a heavier trailer can actually limit how much you’ll be able to safely haul. If your tow vehicle isn’t very powerful, look for a cargo trailer that won’t be as much of a strain to tow.  

Shop cargo trailers at Ben Nelson Golf and Outdoor Equipment. We also offer parts ordering, servicing, financing, test rides, and trade-ins. Our dealership locations include Madison and Biloxi, Mississippi, as well as Memphis, Tennessee. We are proud to serve communities like Hattiesburg, Mississippi.