Choosing The Right Trailer Hitch
Every truck owner knows that there are limits to how much you can fit in the flatbed of a pickup. While it’s easy to haul lighter items, moving heavy and bulky ones can be challenging without help. Additionally, keeping the flatbed clean and shiny like the rest of the truck requires constant scrubbing, and there’s always the risk of scratches. These are some of the reasons why a trailer hitch is an essential accessory for any truck owner.
Whether you’re decluttering your garage, launching your ATV on an outdoor adventure, or starting a side hustle, a trailer hitch offers you the freedom to expand your hauling capacity whenever you need it. Here’s how to select the perfect trailer hitch for your vehicle, putting you in the driver’s seat of your hauling needs.
Overview of Bigfoot Trailers
Bigfoot Trailers is a family-owned manufacturer specializing in handcrafted bumper pull trailers for heavy-duty and light-duty hauling needs, including:
Deckover Trailers
From the Monster 14K to the Super Monster 17.5K and Super Beast 25.9K, these rugged deckover trailers maximize deck space over the wheels, allowing ample room for wider loads.
Equipment Trailers
Bigfoot offers a robust lineup of light and heavy-duty Equipment Trailers, built to handle demanding loads. With gross vehicle weights ranging from 10,000 to 26,000 pounds, they are well-suited for a wide range of applications, including hauling construction supplies or landscaping equipment.
Car Haulers
For transporting vehicles, Bigfoot Trailers manufactures specialized Car Haulers, including its 70 Series Car Hauler. These specialty trailers are built to safely and securely transport cars, light-duty trucks, and other vehicles.
Dump Trailers
The Bigfoot Dump Trailer and the heavy-duty Hurricane Dump Trailer are invaluable for hauling and easily unloading materials such as gravel, sand, and debris during construction or post-storm cleanup.
Trailer Hitch Types
Choosing the right trailer hitch is crucial for safe and efficient towing, depending on the anticipated weight of your load. Here are the four main types of trailer hitches suitable for most hauling applications:
- Receiver Hitches: These are the most common type, mounting to your vehicle’s frame. They come in five classes (Class 1 to Class 5), with capacities ranging from 2,000 lbs (Class 1) for light-duty towing (e.g., utility trailers) up to 20,000 lbs (Class 5) for heavy-duty equipment trailers.
- 5th-Wheel Hitches: Designed for towing large, heavy trailers, these hitches mount in the bed of a pickup truck. This hitch connects to a kingpin on the trailer, providing excellent stability and weight distribution, often capable of handling up to 30,000 pounds.
- Pintle Hitches: Often found in commercial, construction, and other applications, pintle hitches consist of a hook that connects to a lunette ring on the trailer. They are known for their strength and durability, capable of towing extremely heavy loads of up to 60,000 lbs.
- Bumper Hitches: These hitches attach directly to the vehicle’s bumper and are typically limited to hauling lighter loads.
Demco Coupler
Hitching your Bigfoot trailer to your pickup truck or tow vehicle has never been easier. With our patented Demco Coupler, just drop the coupler onto the hitch ball, and voilà—you’re ready to hit the road! No need for additional tools or complicated procedures.
Get Expert Help for All Your Trailer & Hitch Needs
Bigfoot carries a complete line of rugged trailers handcrafted in the USA! From 10K to 25.9K GVWR, our rugged bumper pull trailers are built with premium components for the most demanding loads and include everything you need to hitch and go safely. We’re a factory-direct manufacturer servicing the entire Eastern United States with locations in Jonesboro, GA; Concord, NH; Springfield, MA; Jacksonville, FL; and by appointment with retailers in Fort Myers and Marianna, FL. Experience the pride of ownership with a Bigfoot utility trailer. Contact us at https://www.bigfoottrailers.net/ for a free quote, and our team will guide you through the process, including our financing and rent-to-own options.
