Top 4 Flatbed Trailers for Pickup Trucks With Sizes

1. Load Trail PS0216 (102" x 16', 14k Deckover)

The PS0216 is a short deckover, with the floor above the wheels and no fender intrusion anywhere on the deck. Pallets, hay, lumber bundles, and wide implements load flat across the full width. GVWR is 14,000 lb on two 7,000 lb Dexter spring brake axles.

At 16 feet, it maneuvers in yards and driveways that will not accommodate a 22-foot trailer. Eight-foot slide-in ramps stow under the straight deck. The build includes a treated wood floor, a 2-inch rub rail, a 15-inch MAX-STEP, a tool tray with toolbox brackets, and a spare tire with ramp.

The Load Trail PS0216 deckover provides a full-width 16-foot deck ideal for pallets, hay, and wide implements. 

2. Load Trail CH0222 (102" x 22', 14k)

The CH0222 delivers a full 102-inch working width without raising the deck over the wheels. Nine-inch weld-on drive-over fenders let machines track straight across, and the total length is 22 feet, made up of a 20-foot flat deck plus a 2-foot wood dovetail. Payload is 10,286 lb against a 3,714 lb empty weight.

The frame uses 6-inch structural channel on 16-inch crossmember centers and rides on two 7,000 lb Dexter spring axles with electric self-adjusting brakes. Five-foot slide-in ramps store under the dovetail, and the build adds four 4-inch D-rings, a 2-inch rubrail, an 8-inch channel winch plate, and a tongue tool tray. Coverage includes 3 years structural and 2 years comprehensive, with a 24/7 road service program.

The Load Trail CH0222 offers a 102-inch width, drive-over fenders, and a best-in-class 10,286 lb payload capacity. 

3. MAXX-D DOB10220 (20' x 102", 14k Deckover)

The DOB10220 sits between the short and long deckovers at 20 feet, on an 8-inch by 10 lb I-beam main frame with a 6-inch channel outer frame. GVWR is 14,000 lb on two 7,000 lb electric-brake axles with slipper spring suspension and ST235/80R16 E radials.

It runs a straight deck with 7-foot slide-in ramps, a 2x8 treated wood floor, and an I-beam tongue with an integrated toolbox. It includes a spare tire and mount, flush-mount LEDs, and a sealed wiring harness. Coverage is a 5-year structural and 2-year comprehensive warranty.

At 20 feet, the DOB10220 fits contractors and farmers who regularly move mid-size equipment like compact excavators or implements that overhang a 16-foot deck but do not need the full 28-foot reach of the DOX10228. 

4. MAXX-D DOX10228 (28' x 102", 14k Deckover Flatbed)

The DOX10228 provides 28 feet of straight deck with no dovetail, the longest bumper pull flatbed practical behind a pickup. Payload is 9,500 lb, lower than the CH0222 because the frame carries more steel, while the deck area is substantially larger. It suits building materials, long pipe, and two pieces of light equipment in a single trip.

Construction matches the DOB10220: an 8-inch by 10 lb I-beam main frame and 6-inch channel outer frame, with 3-inch channel crossmembers on 16-inch centers, slipper spring suspension, and two 7K electric brake axles. Seven-foot slide-in ramps and a 2x8 treated wood floor are standard, backed by the same 5-year structural and 2-year comprehensive coverage.

Load Trail vs MAXX-D Flatbed Brands

Load Trail occupies the value position among flatbed brands in this class. The CH0222 pairs the strongest published payload figure of the four with a 24/7 road service program that the MAXX-D units do not list.

MAXX-D specs reflect heavier frame steel, with an 8-inch I-beam main frame on both deckovers against the CH0222's 6-inch channel, plus a 5-year structural warranty where Load Trail lists 3 years on the CH0222. Both brands are built for commercial duty, so the difference is spend against spec, not quality.

Flatbed Trailer Prices

The PS0216 opens the group at $7,988 cash, and the CH0222 sits ten dollars above it at $7,998. For effectively the same money, the CH0222 adds six feet of length, a winch plate, and a published 10,286 lb payload, making the PS0216 a choice driven by storage space rather than budget.

Stepping up, the DOB10220 costs $8,488 cash, and the DOX10228 tops the group at $9,998. That $1,510 difference between the two MAXX-D units buys eight feet of deck on an identical frame and warranty package, roughly $190 per foot. Neither adds capacity over the Load Trail pair, so the spend goes to length and frame steel.

Flatbed Trailers for Pickup Trucks: Summary Table

Compare Deck Lengths Side by Side at Poplar Bluff Trailer

Compare flatbed deck lengths side by side at Poplar Bluff Trailer to match your hauling needs. 

The right flatbed comes down to the longest thing you haul and how tall it stands on the deck. A 16-foot option and a 28-foot option sit about two thousand dollars apart and carry similar weight, so the work dictates the choice far more than the budget does. At Poplar Bluff Trailer, we offer financing directly through our site if you prefer to spread the cost across payments instead of paying cash upfront.

We stock drive-over fender flatbeds and 102-inch deckovers at the same time and update listings daily, so you can confirm what is on the lot before you visit. We offer free in-store pickup in Poplar Bluff and delivery options for a fee to most areas across the Midwest, including St. Louis, Memphis, Cape Girardeau, Springfield, and Southern Illinois. Call us at 573-686-7273 or check the latest models to walk the decks before you commit.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Do I need a CDL to tow a 14k flatbed?

In most states, no. A CDL requirement typically begins at 26,001 lb gross combined weight rating. A 14,000 lb trailer behind a pickup rated around 10,000 lb stays under that line, though state rules vary, so confirm with your local licensing authority.

Are trailer brakes required on a 14,000 lb flatbed?

Yes. Every 14k flatbed in this class ships with electric brakes on both axles, and most states require functioning trailer brakes above roughly 3,000 lb. Your truck also needs a compatible in-cab brake controller wired to the seven-pin connector.

How many tie-down points does a flatbed need?

Federal securement rules require at least two tie-downs for cargo over 5 feet or 1,100 lb, plus one more for every additional 10 feet beyond the first 10. Machinery generally needs four independent attachment points, one at each corner, rated for the load.

Is a 102-inch deck legal to tow on public roads?

Yes. The federal maximum vehicle width on designated highways is 102 inches, so these decks sit at the limit, not over it. Loads overhanging the deck edge do require marking, and state rules on secondary roads vary.

Can I see more than one flatbed profile in person at Poplar Bluff Trailer?

Yes. Poplar Bluff Trailer holds drive-over fender flatbeds and deckovers in stock at the same time, so deck height and ramp angle differences can be judged directly rather than on paper. We update our listings daily to reflect what is on the lot.

 

*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.