The dump trailer is a tremendously versatile piece of equipment if you are a landscaping contractor, farmer or if you work in the construction trades. If you are competent at welding, and have access to the necessary steel structural parts that are required, you can build your own trailer. The following links give you access to blueprints you can purchase to build your own trailer.

For ready made blueprints try the link below. It gives, step-by-step procedure of construction including DOT-approved lighting/wiring schematic and bill of materials. Features welding procedures along with tips and tricks. Copyrighted, engineer-approved drawings are 1:20 scale on 24in. x 36in. sheets. U.S.A.

Hydraulic Dump Trailer Blueprints

The link below shows a complete manufactured trailer, great for farm chores, hunting or yardwork. 8000–lb. hydraulic actuator dumps load with the flip of a switch. Trailer bed tilts for easy loading and unloading. U.S.A.

Polar Sport ATV Trailer With Hydraulic Power Dump — 2000lb. Capacity

The guide below is a comprehensive guide to building, maintaining or buying a trailer. 182 pages of useful information on design, construction techniques and more.

How to Design and Build Trailers — Vol. 1

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