No. Flatbeds (platform trailers) have different construction, and also have rub rails on the side, both for protection of the trailer, and for securement of the load.
A flatbed trailer is one of the most versatile trailers used in the freight industry. Its main purpose is to haul oversized freight, equipment, machinery, or any other type of cargo that will not fit inside a dry van enclosed trailer. The cargo can be placed on the long flat bed of the trailer and strapped and secured down for transport. The most desirable part of this trailer is the ability to load the cargo from the sides or back using a forklift, or even a crane depending on the type of cargo being loaded.
A 45-foot dry freight trailer typically weighs between 10,000 to 15,000 pounds (4,500 to 6,800 kg) when empty, depending on its construction materials and specific design features. The weight can vary based on factors such as insulation, flooring, and additional equipment. When loaded, the total weight can significantly increase, often reaching a maximum allowable weight of around 80,000 pounds (36,300 kg) when combined with the tractor.
They very a bit but a typical 53' dry van road trailer is 110 inches inside height.
A header board, is a vertical structure on the front of flat-bed trailers. Its purpose is to keep the freight from moving forward onto the cab. It is humorusly called a headache rack (it prevents the load from shifting forward therefore prevents the driver from getting a "headache" when the cab is crushed. The terminology is different for a a dry-van trailer or a refrigerated trailer, or what is sometimes called a "box" trailer, wherein the front is called a bulkhead. Sometimes these two terms are incorrectly interchanged by drivers who lack trucking knowledge.
The walls of a standard semi-trailer typically range from about 1.5 inches to 3 inches in thickness, depending on the type of trailer and its intended use. For example, dry freight trailers often have walls around 1.5 to 2 inches thick, while refrigerated trailers may have thicker walls, around 3 inches, to provide better insulation. The specific thickness can vary based on the manufacturer and the materials used.
Dry weight for a travel trailer refers to the weight of the trailer when it is empty, without any cargo, water, or additional equipment. It includes the trailer's structure, appliances, and systems, but not any personal belongings or supplies. This measurement is crucial for determining towing capacity and ensuring that a vehicle can safely tow the trailer. Knowing the dry weight helps owners understand how much additional weight they can add without exceeding safe limits.
For interstate travel in the US without requiring oversize permits, the gross weight is 80,000 lbs. What that translates to in cargo weight depends on the vehicle's tare (empty) weight. Typically, a truck with a flatbed trailer will be good for 45,000 - 48,000 lbs., and a truck pulling a dry box can typically haul 43,000 - 45,000 lbs. of freight.
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a dry van trailer usually is 53 long, 102 wide, 110 tall. there are also 48' trailers
4100 lbs dry weight. I own it.
truck and trailer 35000 pounds.
Most states you can carry up to 50k pounds. Empty trailer wieghs @ 10k lbs empty.