83x16 Dump Trailer Options & Their Features

1. Load Trail DG8316 83" x 16' (14k Gooseneck, Scissor Hoist)

Specs

The 2026 Load Trail DG8316 is the entry point in this size, with 36-inch dump sides, a 36-inch two-way combination rear gate, and a scissor hoist on two 7,000 lb axles. Electric forward self-adjusting brakes work on both axles, and the build carries an integrated 30-inch MAX-STEP, dual rear support stands, and industrial-grade black steel wheels.

Capacity

At 14,000 lb GVWR, the DG8316 carries a payload of 8,607 pounds, one of the lowest figures in the current 83x16 dump range. The two-way gate lets the same load come off either windrowed or piled, which suits landscape crews moving mulch, brush, and topsoil where the box fills before the axles run out.

Price

This unit is listed at $13,488 against a $16,995 retail figure, making it the least expensive new 83x16 dump trailer on the lot. A second 2027 DG8316 at the same 14,000 lb rating carries 24-inch sides and a telescopic cylinder instead of the scissor hoist at the same $13,488.

The DG8316 opens the 83x16 range at 14,000 lb GVWR, pairing 36-inch sides with a scissor hoist and two-way rear gate.

2. MAXX-D DTB8316 83" x 16' (16k Bumper Pull, Telescopic Hoist)

Specs

The 2027 MAXX-D DTB8316 is built on an 8-inch by 15 lb I-beam main frame with 3-inch channel crossmembers on 12-inch centers, a 7-gauge steel floor, and 10-gauge steel sides standing 3 feet tall. 

It rides on two 8,000 lb electric brake axles with slipper-spring suspension and ST215/75R17.5 16-ply tires, and the equipment list includes a heavy-duty telescoping cylinder with wireless remote, a split spreader gate, 7-foot slide-in ramps, a pull-back tarp system, a spare with mount, and a 10K drop-leg jack. Warranty coverage runs 5 years structural and 2 years comprehensive.

Capacity

Rated at 16,000 lb GVWR with a published payload of 9,400 pounds, the DTB8316 handles most general contracting work without stepping into gooseneck territory. The 3-foot sides keep the center of gravity lower than a 4-foot box, which helps under aggregate, where the weight arrives long before the walls fill.

Price

The DTB8316 is listed at $15,988 against a $17,995 retail figure, which puts it at the bottom of the new bumper pull range in this size. A 2027 DTB8316 with the same 16,000 lb rating and a 10,160 lb payload is also on the lot at $16,488.

The DTB8316 steps up to 16,000 lb GVWR on a bumper pull, with a telescopic hoist and 3-foot sides.

3. MAXX-D DTX8316 83" x 16' (17.5k Bumper Pull, 4-Foot Sides)

Specs

The 2026 MAXX-D DTX8316 is the tall-sided build in the class, carrying 4-foot solid sides over a telescopic cylinder with a split spreader gate. It runs two 8,000 lb electric brake axles on slipper spring suspension and an I-beam tongue with an integrated toolbox.

Capacity

At 17,500 lb GVWR, the DTX8316 publishes 11,920 pounds of payload, the highest figure of any tandem-axle unit in the size. The extra wall height adds volume rather than weight capacity, so the 4-foot box earns its cost on bulk material such as mulch, leaves, and demolition debris and carries that load higher than a 36-inch build would.

Price

This 17.5k DTX8316 is listed at $16,488 against $18,995 retail. Two 16,000 lb DTX8316 builds with 3-foot sides and a 10,160 lb payload sit close behind at $16,988 and $16,998.

The DTX8316 tops the tandem-axle range at 17,500 lb GVWR, with 4-foot sides built for bulk material.

4. MAXX-D DJX8316G 83" x 16' (17.5k Gooseneck, Scissor Hoist)

Specs

The 2026 MAXX-D DJX8316G combines 4-foot solid sides with a 6x20 industrial scissor hoist and is operated through a wireless remote that controls both hydraulic and power functions. The build rides on two 8,000 lb axles and includes a split spreader gate, hydraulic jacks, and rear support stands.

Capacity

Rated at 17,500 lb GVWR, this unit matches the heaviest tandem-axle rating in the size while putting the load ahead of the tow vehicle's rear axle. The listing does not publish a payload figure for this build, so the number needs confirming against the unit before you spec it against a regular load.

Price

The DJX8316G is listed at $17,998 against $19,995 retail, which makes it the most expensive new 83x16 dump trailer currently on the lot. The scissor hoist and full hydraulic jack package account for most of the gap over the tandem bumper pull builds.

The DJX8316G matches the 17,500 lb rating in gooseneck form, adding a scissor hoist and full hydraulic jacks.

5. Load Trail DL8316 83" x 16' (21k Triple Axle, Bumper Pull)

Specs

The 2027 Load Trail DL8316 steps up to a 10-inch by 12 lb I-beam main frame with 16-inch crossmembers, a 7-gauge floor, and 36-inch dump sides with a 36-inch two-way gate. Three 7,000 lb Dexter spring axles with electric brakes sit under ST235/80 R16 14-ply tires, and the unit ships with a telescopic cylinder, 80-inch slide-in ramps, a top-mount tarp kit, dual 10K spring-loaded drop-leg jacks, a 2-5/16-inch adjustable Demco 21K coupler, and a 30-inch MAX-STEP. Warranty coverage runs 3 years structural and 2 years comprehensive.

Capacity

The DL8316 publishes 16,191 pounds of payload at 21,000 lb GVWR, the highest figure in the current 83x16 range and the only way to reach that rating without a bed-mounted hitch. The third axle spreads the load rather than raising the deck, so the trailer stays in reach of trucks already set up for conventional towing.

Price

Listed at $16,288 against $17,995 retail, the DL8316 reaches the top rating in its size for less than the heaviest gooseneck build on the lot. The slide-in ramps and tarp kit come installed, not as add-ons.

The DL8316 reaches 21,000 lb GVWR on a third axle, the highest payload here without a bed-mounted hitch.

6. Load Trail DG8316 83" x 16' (21k Gooseneck, Telescopic Cylinder)

Specs

The 2027 Load Trail DG8316 gooseneck runs 36-inch dump sides with a 36-inch two-way gate over a 7-gauge floor, lifted by a telescopic cylinder. It sits on three 7,000 lb electric-brake axles with black steel wheels, diamond-plate weld-on fenders, and a cold-weather wiring harness.

Capacity

At 21,000 lb GVWR, the gooseneck DG8316 publishes 15,568 pounds of payload, within 700 pounds of the triple-axle bumper pull. Putting the hitch weight ahead of the truck's rear axle keeps a full load of rock steadier at highway speed, which is the main reason haulers running this rating daily choose the gooseneck over the bumper pull.

Price

Two units share this spec on the lot at $15,998 and $16,998, with the lower listing set against $17,995 retail. Either figure buys the top rating in the size, so the comparison against the DL8316 comes down to hitch type rather than capacity.

83x16 Dump Trailers: Comparison Table

Match Your 83x16 Dump Trailer to the Load at Poplar Bluff Trailer

Axle rating, side height, and hoist type are what separate one 83x16 dump trailer from the next. Getting that match right depends on comparing specs that are still accurate when you arrive.

Poplar Bluff Trailer keeps Load Trail and MAXX-D 83x16 dumps on the yard in both new and used condition, and we update every listing daily so the build you compared is the build still standing there. Work out the heaviest load you run in a normal week, then check it against our current 83x16 dump inventory.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can an 83x16 dump trailer haul a skid steer?

The 83-inch inside width and 16-foot deck accommodate most compact track and skid steer loaders, and models with 7-foot slide-in ramps are set up for equipment loading, so machine weight versus trailer payload determines it. A 10,000 lb machine needs a 17.5k or 21k build, not a 14k unit.

Do I need a CDL to tow an 83x16 dump trailer?

Licensing depends on combined vehicle weight rating and state rules, so a 21,000 lb gooseneck behind a one-ton truck can approach commercial thresholds while a 14,000 lb bumper pull behind a three-quarter ton generally does not. Check your state's requirements and any commercial use rules that apply to your operation.

How long does an 83x16 dump trailer take to unload?

Cycle time depends on hoist type and material, with telescopic cylinders lifting the bed to a steeper angle that clears sticky material like wet clay and asphalt millings in fewer cycles. Scissor hoists deliver strong initial lift force and hold up under repeated aggregate loads, and both types are common across this size class.

Can I order an 83x16 dump trailer from Poplar Bluff Trailer if the exact spec is not on the lot?

At Poplar Bluff Trailer, we custom-order direct from MAXX-D, Load Trail, and Big Tex every week, so a specific side height, hoist, or axle package can be built to your requirements. We also offer free in-store pickup and delivery for a fee to most areas in the Midwest.

 

*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.