The detachable gooseneck lowboy trailer is also called the rgn lowboy trailer, which is a vehicle used to carry heavy-duty cargo. There are two front loading and unloading methods, folding gooseneck lowboy trailer and split detachable gooseneck trailer.
It can be used to load and transport heavy machinery and equipment. The removable gooseneck trailer has a trailer frame and a gooseneck connection, which can be separated from each other. The removable gooseneck has a detachable front that allows the trailer to drop off to the ground and form its own ramp.
Folding gooseneck trailer has collapsible goosenecks that enhance loading and offloading making operations a lot easier even on rugged terrain.
The main difference between these two is in the structure of their goosenecks. One important thing to note is that, the Removable and folding gooseneck has many kinds of structures that are further divided into two kinds: hydraulic and mechanical.
Detachable lowboy semi trailer VS folding lowboy trailer
The Removable gooseneck trailer relates to a hinged frame assembly ideally used for connecting a trailer of the low-bed type to a tractor.
This type of a low-bed trailer has been widely accepted in the transportation of heavy equipment such as power shovels, cranes and tractors.
This trailer type is usually attached to the tractor using a gooseneck that is normally detached from the front end of the trailer.
The detachment is done after lowering the trailer front end into a ground engagement to further enable front end loading and offloading of the heavy equipment onto and from the flat deck of the trailer.
Operation Principle
The design is meant to provide a hinged frame assembly as shown in the picture below. that has a draft member in one end connected to a pivot-able fifth wheel of a tractor.
The other end has a base member pivot-ably linked, so that the actuation of an actuator linked between the base member and the draft member at a point on the base member above the first point,
causes the raising or lowering of the front end of a low-bed trailer usually attached to the base member bottom.
Heavy equipment lowboy trailer
The traditional heavy duty industrial trailers comprise of a low bed with multiple wheels at the back and a fixed gooseneck to the front used for engaging the fifth wheel of the tractor during operations.
The folding Gooseneck trailer on its part finds application in heavy duty industrial trailers that have collapsible goosenecks to help during loading and offloading operations.
The folding gooseneck type of trailer facilitates easy loading. These come in two types: mechanical and hydraulic.
Hydraulic versions usually comprise a retractable pedestal used for holding the platform level with the ground. The gooseneck folds down to form an inclined ramp to load the horizontal bed.
When loading, the folded gooseneck will present you with a steep ramp which you must negotiate. It is imperative that you use locking pins in order to keep the gooseneck in an upright position as the tractor tows the trailer.
There are a number of factors to look at when making a choice of the trailer you want. Some of the common things to look at include cost, durability, functionality and capacity among several others.
If you are looking for a well-built and durable trailer to haul heavy machinery and equipment, then the Removable Gooseneck trailer and the folding Gooseneck trailer are great options for you.
Here are important factors to consider before choosing between these two types of a trailer:
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Cargo dimension: It is important to consider the dimensions of your cargo when choosing a trailer model. Consider the width and height, especially if your country has height limitations for transportation vehicles.
If the height of your cargo is too high, choose a low loader, an RGN trailer, or a folding gooseneck trailers. The models allow you to lower the rear part and reduce the total height of the cargo.
Cost: The removable gooseneck trailer is cheaper compared to the folding gooseneck trailer. Therefore, if you don’t have a big budget for these types of trailers, a folding gooseneck trailer may not be your choice. Despite the high cost however, the folding gooseneck trailer has multiple features that make it more stable and useful than the removable gooseneck trailer. The many features are the reason for increased costs.
Loading process: The process may be easier if you choose the correct model.
Although RGN and low loaders are very suitable for loading heavy goods, if you use lifting equipment, ordinary trailers may be the best choice. Most low-bed trailers are loaded from the front or rear.
When you need to remove the gooseneck from the tractor so that the gooseneck remains attached to the trailer frame. Secure the safety hook with a pin to fix the gooseneck in place and prevent the gooseneck from tipping forward.
Durability: The removable gooseneck is rugged in nature and can last for long with an ability to carry out many operations before breaking down or without necessitating routine maintenance. For the folding gooseneck trailer, the independent hydraulic systems for the ground engaging pads and multiple other systems presents the need for frequent checks and maintenance. Extra caution is to be taken when using it more than you would need for the detachable gooseneck trailer.
Through the video below, you can learn about different types of lowboy semi-trailers(like 3 axle detachable gooseneck lowboy trailers, 4 axle lowboy trailer, 3 line 6 axle heavy duty lowboy trailer, folding gooseneck trailer)
And the process, testing, packaging and customer feedback, etc.
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