Our Family of 6' Wide Utility Trailer Plans

These trailers are engineered for excellent Strength, on road Stability and over all Versatility with dozens of options to meet all kinds of needs.  (Some shown in the pictures.)  Do it yourself and build it to meet your needs.  For an awesome utility trailer, start with these plans!

6x Single Axle Utility Trailer & Options

A great utility trailer starts with the design: Overall Strength Towing Stability Design Versatility - for different needs. Options Flexibility - for instant customization. For Strength and simplicity, the trailer uses standard steel beams with triangulation for rigidity.  Some other trailer designs are weak and require short sides for strength.  Not these.  They are strong, by design, starting at the frame. Towing Stability, is achieved by adhering to the fundamentals, adjustable options for various load types and standard features like a tongue long enough for proper vehicle spacing and maneuverability.

Design Versatility brings axle and brake options for load and bed height, sides (options and variations), a top (or not), several bed options and a fold down tailgate/ramp -- all included in the trailer plans.

Finally, Options Flexibility.  These plans have options like a hidden ramp, motorcycle stands, an aerodynamic front, toolbox mounting, infinitely variable tie-down placement, etc. all included.  Great for ATV hauling.

Trailer Plans are Available in the following Sizes and Capacities Nominal bed Width* is 6'+, Nominal bed Lengths* are listed in the chart. (See below for more dimension information.) \ Bed Length Capacity \   8'   10'   12'   14'   16'  3500# Single Axle* X X X     6000# Single Axle*   X X     7000# Tandem Axle*       X X   Tandem axle trailer plans also have options for 10,000# and 12,000# capacity.

Plans include lots of options for customization, a full list of materials, suggested parts and sources, complete illustrated instructions, full detailed drawings, (and more . . . ).

Tandem Axle Utility Trailer Example (Same options with all trailer plans.)

Utility Trailer Plans Technical Information:

• * Trailers built from these plans have beds with an actual size 1.5" wider than 6 ft. and 3.5" longer than the indicated length.
   
• Overall length including the tongue is 52 - 58 inches longer than the indicated bed length.
   
• Trailer bed height will depend on design options chosen and will range from 16 inches up.  (Bed height shown is a low 18")
   
• Max load capacity depends on the axle option chosen, and includes the trailer weight.
   
• Several options are included with each set of plans to provide a wide variety of function.  Some options are mutually exclusive.  Not all options are shown in the pictures here.
   
• Plans include customization ideas for uses - from ATV & motorcycle needs to trash or furniture.
   
• Trailer weight will vary depending on design options.  Weight of the trailer increases with bed length, number of axles (single or tandem) and increased axle capacity.
   
• For more plans info, read about what the plans contain, and why our trailer plans are better.

If you would like to build one of these trailers, complete, easy to follow, fully illustrated plans can be ordered here.  Other tools like a Small Gantry Crane are very helpful and plans can be ordered here.

 
See more utility trailer plans at the Trailers Home Page, and for more information on trailers in general, read the articles "What makes a good Trailer Design?" and "Choosing the Right Utility Trailer"

 
* Trailer load capacity is dependent on axle(s), components and material options used.  It is also highly dependent on materials, construction techniques, assembly methods and proper load application -- and includes the weight of the trailer.  Load capacity does not include capacities for purchased parts such as the hitch, chain, springs, axles, tires, etc..  Do not exceed manufactures limits.  Always use caution, proper safety equipment and tie downs when loading and towing a trailer.