Load Capacity Requirements
Proper Loading Procedures
Please Read Carefully

In an effort to better inform our dealers on maximum load capacity requirements for each of our trailers we have added a customized trailer weight label to each Double R trailer.   The following page is a sample of the actual label. 

This label specifically addresses the following: Maximum weight permissible when fully loaded and includes the actual weight of the trailer (GVWR), the actual weight of the trailer as manufactured at the factory (UVW), and the actual cargo weight the trailer can haul if loaded properly (CCC).  We ask when educating your customers on our trailers that you clearly explain each of these terms.  Especially important is the Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC).  This is the maximum weight they must abide by when loading their trailer to not void their warranty.     

In the past, some end-use customers incorrectly interpret the GVWR as the actual amount of weight that can be loaded on or into the trailer.  This figure is the maximum weight the trailer can haul, including the weight of the trailer.  Unfortunately, some end-use customers have not taken the weight of the trailer into consideration when loading.  For example, a 7’ x 16’ car hauler with a GVWR of 7000 lbs, weighing 1680 lbs, can carry 5320 lbs, loaded properly without risk of damaging the trailer.  This trailer is not built to carry 7000 lbs or even 5320 lbs loaded improperly, such as all 5320 lbs on the tongue or back-end of the trailer. Cargo load must be evenly distributed (out from center, front to rear, side to side).

Incorrect loading and overloading are the main reasons for warranty claims.  We have found that customers have a tendency to underestimate the weight of their loads, especially when loading our dump trailers with heavy, dense material, such as gravel or dirt.  When discussing carrying capacity of our dump trailers only refer to actual pounds, not yards, as material varies greatly in weight.  Many factors can affect material weight such as moisture content and density.  Some customers have the misconception that a dump trailer can haul as much material as will “fit” in the bed of the trailer.   

When loading skid steer trailers, the equipment being loaded must be brought to the furthest forward position of the tilt deck and not backed up once the trailer is latched down.  These trailers are designed to carry weight in this manner.  The function of the lock down latches is to safely hold the bed down when equipment is loaded properly at the front of the trailer.  They are not designed to withstand extreme pressure from displaced weight caused by backing equipment past the pivot point.

Quad hauler and snowmobile trailers are specifically designed to haul only this type of equipment.  Using these trailers for any other use will void the warranty. 

Although, we realize all warranty claims cannot be avoided, we feel confident this additional information and new label attached to each trailer will reduce customer misuse and lower the likelihood of warranty claims.  Our goal for everyone who purchases a Double R trailer is to use it properly, safely and be fully satisfied with their purchase.

*Please define the following terms with each customer who purchases a Double R Trailer:  GVWR, UVW, CCC.