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September 30, 2026 · AmpiFire Content
4 Best Dump Trailers for Skid Steer: Size, Price & Brands
Key Takeaways
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Four builds handle skid steer duty: the Diamond C LPT210, MAXX-D DTX8316, Texas Pride DT, and Load Trail DE8314, priced $8,998 to $25,998.
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The Diamond C LPT210 leads in capacity with 23,000 lbs Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and 16,470 lbs payload on a low-profile 16' deck, at $25,998.
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The MAXX-D DTX8316 carries 10,160 lbs on a 16' x 83" deck with 7-foot slide-in ramps, the longest published length here, at $16,988.
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The Texas Pride DT is the cheapest 16' deck at 16,000 lbs GVWR for $11,988, and the 14' Load Trail DE8314 opens the field at $8,998 with 9,870 lbs payload.
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Poplar Bluff Trailer stocks skid steer-capable dump trailers with daily inventory updates, and our team matches your machine's loaded weight to each payload figure before you buy.
What Actually Decides Whether a Dump Trailer Hauls Your Skid Steer
Diamond C, MAXX-D, Texas Pride, and Load Trail each build dump trailers for skid steers, and the four units below narrow down to two checks: whether the payload figure clears your machine loaded, and whether the ramps clear its approach angle.
Payload is the one buyers get wrong most often. The rating on the sticker is gross; subtract the trailer's weight, then add the bucket, the attachments, and whatever material rides out with the machine. A loader that fits on paper at its spec weight can sit over the line once it's kitted.
Approach angle is the second gate, and it decides more than payload does for tracked machines. Ramp length and deck height set how steep the climb is, and a low-profile deck buys back clearance that a longer ramp alone can't. The four builds split on both counts, with warranty terms ranging from one year to six.
4 Best Dump Trailers for Skid Steer
1. Diamond C LPT210 Dump Trailer
The Diamond C LPT210 pairs 23,000 lbs GVWR with torsion axles, ABS brakes, and the longest warranty in this lineup.
Size
The LPT210 runs a 16' x 82" deck with 32" solid steel sides and a 7-gauge floor, rated at 23,000 lbs GVWR with 16,470 lbs of payload on dual 10,000 lb electric drum brake axles.
That headroom covers the heaviest compact track loaders in the class with a bucket, a grapple, and a load of spoil riding together, and the low-profile deck paired with 78" rear slide-in ramps keeps the approach angle shallow enough for machines with limited ground clearance.
Price
Priced at $25,998 against a $29,995 retail figure, this is the most expensive unit here, and the money goes into running gear rather than deck space: 10k torsion straight axles, commercial ABS anti-lock brakes, and ST235/75R17.5 18-ply steel radial tires.
Equipment included at that figure covers a 5-stage telescopic hoist, 3-way dump gate combo, 20' mesh roll-up tarp, Bluetooth wireless remote, solar charging system, rear drop-leg stabilizer jacks, and a full-size spare with mount.
Brand
Diamond C builds on a patented engineered I-beam frame with structural crossmembers on 12" centers and a 2-5/16" 25K Demco EZ-Latch flat mount coupler, and backs the unit with a 6-year structural and 2-year comprehensive warranty, the longest coverage among these four.
That combination of torsion suspension, anti-lock braking, and warranty length points the brand at fleet operators running a machine and material daily rather than at seasonal users.
2. MAXX-D DTX8316 Dump Trailer
The MAXX-D DTX8316 delivers 16,000 lbs GVWR, the longest ramps in this group, and a well-equipped build at a mid-range price.
Size
The DTX8316 offers a 16' x 83" deck with 3' solid sides on a 16,000 lb GVWR chassis, leaving 10,160 lbs of payload on dual 8,000 lb electric-brake axles. Its 7-foot slide-in ramps are the longest published length in this group, while the extra inch of inside width over the Diamond C gives a little more room either side of a tracked machine before the steel walls become a factor.
Price
At $16,988 against $18,995 retail, this unit sits between the two extremes and carries most of what the heavier build offers at a lower rating. Included equipment covers the telescoping cylinder, a pull-back tarp system, hydraulic jack, wireless remote, rear support stands, 7-watt solar panel, flush-mount LED lighting, and a spare tire with mount, which leaves few obvious add-ons to buy after delivery.
Brand
MAXX-D frames this model on an 8" x 15 lb I-beam with the telescoping cylinder integrated, 3" channel crossmembers on 12" centers, a 7-gauge floor with 10-gauge sides, and slipper spring suspension.
Practical details run through the build, including an I-beam tongue with a toolbox, a split-and-spreader gate combination, double-broke diamond plate fenders, and a sealed wiring harness, which suits contractors alternating between equipment moves and bulk material runs.
3. Texas Pride DT Dump Trailer
The Texas Pride DT undercuts the field on price while keeping a 16-foot deck, 16,000 lbs GVWR, and heavy 3/16" plate.
Size
This Texas Pride build measures 82" wide by 16' long with 3-foot sides in 3/16" steel over a 3/16" sheet steel floor, rated at 16,000 lbs GVWR on dual 8,000 lb direct-lube 8-lug axles.
The deck sits at roughly 26 inches, which shortens the climb for a tracked machine using the ramps that come with the unit; however, the published listing carries no payload figure, so confirm that with our sales team before loading to the rating.
Price
Listed at $11,988 against $13,995 retail, this is the least expensive route to a 16-foot deck at a 16,000 lb rating, coming in roughly $5,000 under the comparable MAXX-D unit. The price still includes a multi-stage trunnion-mount telescopic cylinder, electric over hydraulic pump, 15' corded remote control, upgraded hydraulic jack, front locking toolbox, barn doors with a spread gate, and lifetime LED lighting.
Brand
Texas Pride frames this model in 6" x 2" x 3/16" wall rectangular tubing with a 6" channel tongue and 3" channel crossmembers, running a Group 24 deep cycle marine battery with an onboard charger and a US-made sealed modular wiring harness.
Plate thickness is generous for the price, though coverage is a 1-year manufacturer limited warranty, which is the shortest term among these four and the main trade-off buyers accept for the savings.
4. Load Trail DE8314 Dump Trailer
The Load Trail DE8314 is the entry point at $8,998, pairing Dexter axles and a scissor hoist with a maneuverable 14-foot deck.
Size
The DE8314 is the compact option at 7' x 14' with 18" dump sides, rated at 14,000 lbs GVWR with 9,870 lbs of payload on two 7,000 lb Dexter spring axles with electric forward self-adjusting brakes. Rear slide-in ramps measure 80" x 16" and an 18" 2-way spreader gate handles unloading, and the shorter deck maneuvres more easily on residential lots, though a large compact track loader carrying attachments runs tight against that payload figure.
Price
At $8,998 against $9,995 retail, this is the entry point for a skid steer capable dump trailer, and the savings come from the scissor hoist and 7,000 lb axles rather than from thin equipment. A front-mount tarp kit, LED lighting package, cold-weather wiring harness upgrade, four 3" weld-on D-rings, black wheels, and a heavy-duty spare tire mount are all installed at that figure.
Brand
Load Trail pairs Dexter axles with a heavy-duty scissor hoist and standard pump, ST235/80 R16 LRE 10-ply tires, and a 2-5/16" adjustable 6-hole coupler on this model. Coverage runs 3 years structural, 2 years comprehensive, and 2 years of roadside assistance, and the cold-weather wiring harness on this unit holds up better than standard wiring for crews working through Missouri and Illinois winters.
Skid Steer Dump Trailer Comparison Table
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Trailer |
Deck Size |
GVWR |
Payload |
Ramps |
Price |
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Diamond C LPT210 |
16' x 82" |
23,000 lbs |
16,470 lbs |
78" rear slide-in |
$25,998 |
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MAXX-D DTX8316 |
16' x 83" |
16,000 lbs |
10,160 lbs |
7' slide-in |
$16,988 |
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Texas Pride DT |
16' x 82" |
16,000 lbs |
Confirm with our sales team |
Included |
$11,988 |
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Load Trail DE8314 |
14' x 7' |
14,000 lbs |
9,870 lbs |
80" x 16" rear slide-in |
$8,998 |
Sizing a Skid Steer Dump Trailer with Poplar Bluff Trailer
The choice narrows quickly once you weigh the machine with its bucket and attachments. A mid-frame loader travels comfortably on the 14-foot Load Trail at 14,000 lbs, while a heavy compact track loader needs one of the 16-foot decks, where axle rating rather than the extra two feet of steel sets the price.
All four of these builds are stocked at Poplar Bluff, though inventory updates daily; check the latest models before you make the trip. Our sales team runs your loaded machine weight against the payload figure on each one before you commit to anything. Send us that weight and your tow vehicle, and we will put you on the dump trailer that fits.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do I need a CDL to tow a 23,000 lb dump trailer?
Commercial operation requires a Class A CDL once the combined rating of truck and trailer reaches 26,001 lbs and the trailer itself is rated above 10,000 lbs, which a 23,000 lb dump trailer clears on its own. Personal-use exemptions differ by state, so confirm the requirements where the trailer will be registered.
What truck can tow a 16,000 lb dump trailer loaded with a skid steer?
A three-quarter-ton or one-ton pickup with a properly rated hitch and an integrated brake controller handles a 16,000 lb dump trailer, provided the truck's payload sticker covers the tongue weight. Dump trailers load heavy toward the front, so tongue weight consumes truck payload before passengers, fuel, and tools are accounted for.
Is a telescopic or scissor hoist better for hauling equipment?
Telescopic cylinders lift higher and release sticky material more cleanly, which suits crews dumping clay, gravel, or wet spoil, while scissor hoists cost less and hold up well on lighter dirt and debris work. Both handle equipment loading identically, since the machine rolls on and off with the bed sitting flat.
Can I haul a skid steer on an equipment trailer instead of a dump trailer?
Equipment trailers carry machines well and often cost less at the same rating, with the trade-off being one job per trip because they cannot dump. Crews hauling a loader out to a site and material back choose a dump trailer to avoid towing a second trailer or making a second run.
Does Poplar Bluff Trailer deliver dump trailers outside Missouri?
Poplar Bluff Trailer delivers dump trailers to Kansas City, Wentzville, Columbia, Festus and St. Louis in Missouri, along with Memphis, Little Rock, Jonesboro, Murray and Hopkinsville, and quotes delivery well beyond those towns across Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky and Tennessee. Financing runs online through our site with a soft credit check.
*Note: Prices shown are estimates based on current market conditions at the time of writing and may change without notice. Confirm trailer availability, specifications, and final pricing directly with Poplar Bluff Trailer.