Patrick uses his Rugged trailer in demanding Florida weather. Its light weight, corrosion-resistant aluminum construction, and Rugged's support have made it a dependable part of his landscaping business.
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Front rail only, StowAway ramps
Options may vary.
8 × 18 Tandem Axle Deckover Trailer
Two more feet of flat deck for pallets and building materials.
- Starting price
- $11,830
Before options and delivery.
Typically ready in about 3 weeks after final-order approval.
Deck size 8' x 18'
Check dimensions- Payload (est.)
- 9,600 lb
- GVWR
- 11,400 lb
Popular setup
$13,495Includes these options:
- Deckover Low Front Bumper Rail
- StowAway Ramps – 101" Pair – Autolatch
- Swivel D-Ring – Bolt-On (×4)
Before delivery. Every option is editable.
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Built in Hudson, NH50 years in aluminum500+ real builds
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Capacity and specifications
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Dimensions, capacity and equipment for this model, all in one place.
- 1,800 lb
- 11,400 lb
- 9,600 lb
Base trailer specifications. Selected options can change weight, capacity and equipment.
Dimensions & Weight
- Standard Size
- 8' x 18' Tandem Axle Deckover Trailer
- Deck Height
- 34″
- Deck Width
- 96″
- Ramp Length
- 101″
- Ramp Incline
- 17°
- G.A.W.R. (Ea. Axle)
- 6,000 lb
Structure
- Frame
- 4″ x 2″ x 3/16″ Tubular
- Tongue
- 5″ x 2″ x 3/16″ Tubular
- Floor
- Custom Aluminum Extrusion
- Cross-members
- 4″ x 2″ x 3/16″ Tubular
- Fenders
- N/A
- Coupler
- 2″ A-Frame
- Safety Chains
- Curt Single Hook Cable (2 ea)
- Jacks
- 3,000 lb Top Wind (Bolted On)
Running Gear
- Axles
- Tandem 6,000 lb EZ Lube Axle
- Suspension
- Torsion / Torflex
- Wheel
- 15″ x 6″ Aluminum Mod Wheel (6 Lug)
- Tire
- ST225/75R-15 Belted Radial
- Brakes
- 4 Wheel Electric
- Lights
- Optronics L.E.D.
- Electric Plug
- 7-Way Round
- Finish
- Natural Aluminum
Make it yours
Optional equipment for this model. Open a category to explore, then use Build & Price to check prices and compatible combinations.
Ramp & rear loading
- StowAway Ramps – 101" Pair – Autolatch
Tie-downs & cargo control
- Swivel D-Ring – Bolt-On
- Tie-Down Cutouts – Frame Extrusion
Add-ons & upgrades
- Deckover Low Front Bumper Rail
- HD Rub Rail
- Electric Jack upgrade
- 15" Aluminum Spare – Mod with Mount
- Trailer Deck Lighting Package
Construction
Engineering highlights
A closer look at the frame, deck, and available equipment.
Full-width loading
The deck sits above the tires, leaving a flat surface for wide loads and side access.
Aluminum structure
The load-bearing frame and deck structure are aluminum.
Matched running gear
Axles, coupler, brakes, and wear components match the published trailer rating.
Six-lug aluminum wheels
Six-lug 15-inch aluminum wheels and radial tires match the published deckover running-gear package.
Design notes & full-size photos
Full width without wheel wells
The deck sits above the tires to create a flat loading surface for wide machines, pallets, and side-loaded material.
Over-wheel deck geometry
Aluminum structure
The load-bearing frame and deck structure are aluminum.
All-aluminum structural frame
Rated components
Axles, coupler, brakes, and wear components are selected for the published trailer rating.
Rated steel running gear
Deckover rating, kept low
Six-lug 15-inch aluminum wheels and ST225/75R-15 radial tires are part of the published deckover running-gear package.
15″ × 6″ aluminum mod wheel, 6-lug · ST225/75R-15
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Real Rugged walkarounds
Actual customer builds and factory footage — filmed on the production floor, not staged. Every clip is labeled with exactly what you're seeing.
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- Stowaway auto-latch ramps
- HD rub rail + low front rail
- 12 bolt-on swivel D-rings + mounted spare
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11,400 lb GVWR minus 1,800 lb base trailer weight equals 9,600 lb estimated base payload.
Payload decreases as options are added.
Weight and payload estimates: Published trailer weight reflects the standard base configuration. Options and manufacturing variation affect final weight and available payload. Your completed trailer is weighed at the factory; its certified final weight and payload are provided after manufacturing.
Fit and towing: Payload shown is trailer payload, not your tow vehicle's capacity. Verify your vehicle, hitch, tongue-weight, and loaded-trailer ratings before ordering.
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