Step Deck Trailers for Sale
353 step deck trailers available from dealers nationwide
Step deck trailers (drop decks) have a two-level deck — a higher front section for the gooseneck and a lower rear section — allowing taller freight that exceeds standard flatbed height limits to be transported without a permit in most cases. Available with and without ramps for equipment loading. Top manufacturers: Fontaine, Manac, Trail King, and XL Specialized.
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Step Deck Trailers by State
What Is a Step Deck Trailer?
Step deck trailers (drop decks) have a two-level deck — a higher front section for the gooseneck and a lower rear section — allowing taller freight that exceeds standard flatbed height limits to be transported without a permit in most cases. Available with and without ramps for equipment loading. Top manufacturers: Fontaine, Manac, Trail King, and XL Specialized.
Common Uses for Step Deck Trailers
- Agricultural and construction equipment delivery — tractors, skid steers, forklifts
- Industrial machinery transport that exceeds standard flatbed legal height
- Building materials and prefabricated structures with height restrictions
- Boats, RVs, and oversized consumer goods requiring lower deck height
- Oilfield equipment and large-diameter pipe transport
- Self-loading equipment moves using fold-out or beaver-tail ramps
What to Look for When Buying a Step Deck Trailer
- Upper deck length — typically 10–11 ft for gooseneck connection section
- Lower deck length — 37–40 ft for most standard step decks
- Lower deck height — 40–42 inches from ground (vs. 58–60" for standard flatbed)
- Ramps — fold-out, hydraulic, or beaver-tail; critical for equipment that drives on/off
- Weight capacity — typically 42,000–48,000 lbs depending on axle configuration
