Find the Right Trailer for Work, Recreation & Hauling
Not sure which trailer is right for your truck, equipment, business, property, or recreational needs? Valder’s Vehicles in Hinckley, MN offers a wide selection of trailers for contractors, homeowners, businesses, farmers, landscapers, powersports riders, vehicle owners, and commercial users throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin.
Use this trailer buying guide to compare dump trailers, utility trailers, equipment trailers, car haulers, enclosed cargo trailers, and snowmobile trailers based on what you need to haul, payload requirements, trailer construction, loading style, and towing needs.
Compare Trailer Types
Dump Trailers
Hydraulic dump trailers are ideal for dirt, gravel, mulch, brush, construction debris, roofing material, firewood, property cleanup, equipment, and commercial hauling.
Good for: Contractors, landscapers, farmers, property owners, excavation work, roofing crews, municipalities, and commercial users.
Explore Dump Trailers →Utility Trailers
Open utility trailers provide versatile hauling for lawn equipment, ATVs, UTVs, side-by-sides, motorcycles, compact tractors, building materials, firewood, and everyday cargo.
Good for: Homeowners, landscapers, powersports riders, farms, property maintenance, and general-purpose hauling.
Explore Utility Trailers →Equipment Trailers
Heavy-duty equipment trailers are designed for transporting skid steers, compact tractors, mini excavators, loaders, trenchers, attachments, and construction machinery.
Good for: Contractors, excavation companies, landscapers, farmers, rental businesses, municipalities, and commercial equipment owners.
Explore Equipment Trailers →Car Hauler Trailers
Car haulers provide dedicated vehicle transport for classic cars, project vehicles, race cars, collector vehicles, pickup trucks, SUVs, and automotive equipment.
Good for: Vehicle enthusiasts, racers, dealerships, restoration projects, collectors, and commercial vehicle transport.
Explore Car Hauler Trailers →Enclosed Cargo Trailers
Enclosed trailers provide weather protection, added security, and organized cargo space for tools, equipment, motorcycles, business cargo, moving, storage, and mobile work.
Good for: Contractors, businesses, motorcycles, powersports, mobile services, household moves, storage, and commercial cargo.
Explore Enclosed Cargo Trailers →Snowmobile Trailers
Open and enclosed snowmobile trailers are designed for transporting sleds, riding gear, tools, fuel, and powersports equipment through Minnesota winter conditions.
Good for: Snowmobile riders, families, clubs, racers, cabin owners, and powersports enthusiasts.
Explore Snowmobile Trailers →How to Choose the Right Trailer
The right trailer depends on more than overall size. Before purchasing, consider what you plan to haul, how much it weighs, your tow vehicle, how frequently the trailer will be used, and whether your cargo requires weather protection, hydraulic unloading, ramps, tie-downs, or specialized loading features.
GVWR & Payload Capacity
GVWR is the maximum allowable loaded weight of the trailer. Payload capacity is generally determined by subtracting the trailer’s empty weight from its GVWR.
Always account for the total weight of equipment, vehicles, attachments, tools, fuel, accessories, materials, and other cargo.
Single Axle vs. Tandem Axle
Single axle trailers can provide a lighter and more maneuverable towing package for smaller loads. Tandem axle trailers generally provide increased GVWR, payload capability, stability, and capacity for larger equipment or heavier cargo.
Steel vs. Aluminum Trailers
Steel trailers provide proven strength and are available across many trailer categories and price ranges. Aluminum trailers offer reduced trailer weight and corrosion resistance and are especially popular for recreational use and Minnesota winter conditions.
Trailer Length & Width
Measure the equipment, vehicles, or cargo you expect to haul before selecting a trailer. Consider overall length, width, wheelbase, attachments, loading clearance, tie-down placement, and room for future equipment.
Ramps & Loading Systems
Available loading configurations can include rear gates, equipment ramps, slide-in ramps, stand-up ramps, ramp doors, tilt decks, front ramps, and drive-on/drive-off systems.
The best loading system depends on whether you are transporting vehicles, machinery, lawn equipment, motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs, snowmobiles, or general cargo.
Which Trailer Is Best for Your Job?
- Dirt, gravel, mulch or debris: Dump Trailer
- Lawn mower, ATV, UTV or general cargo: Utility Trailer
- Skid steer, tractor or mini excavator: Equipment Trailer
- Cars, trucks or race vehicles: Car Hauler Trailer
- Tools, business cargo or protected storage: Enclosed Cargo Trailer
- Snowmobiles and winter powersports: Snowmobile Trailer
New & Used Trailers for Sale in Minnesota
Valder’s Vehicles offers trailers for residential, recreational, agricultural, construction, and commercial applications. Current availability varies by manufacturer, model, size, GVWR, construction, and configuration.
Browse our live inventory to compare currently available trailers and individual unit specifications.
Browse Current Trailer InventoryTrade In Your Current Trailer
Already own a trailer? Valder’s Vehicles welcomes many trailer trade-ins, including utility trailers, enclosed trailers, dump trailers, equipment trailers, car haulers, snowmobile trailers, and other trailer types.
Trailer Financing
Financing may be available to qualified buyers purchasing eligible trailers. Program availability and terms vary by applicant, lender, trailer, amount financed, and applicable underwriting requirements.
Explore Trailer FinancingTrailer Service & Repair
Valder’s Vehicles also provides trailer repair and service for utility, dump, equipment, enclosed cargo, car hauler, snowmobile, and other trailers.
Service may include brakes, bearings, hubs, axles, suspension, tires, lighting, wiring, couplers, jacks, ramps, doors, hydraulic components, and general trailer repairs.
Trailer Dealer in Hinckley, Minnesota
Valder’s Vehicles is located in Hinckley, MN along the I-35 corridor, approximately one hour north of Minneapolis and St. Paul and one hour south of Duluth.
We serve trailer customers from Hinckley, Pine City, Mora, Sandstone, Moose Lake, Cambridge, North Branch, Forest Lake, Minneapolis, St. Paul, Duluth, St. Cloud, Brainerd, surrounding Minnesota communities, and Western Wisconsin.