These trailers are also referred to as a single drop, drop deck or open deck trailers. They are used to haul many of the same types of freight as a flatbed trailer. The advantage of step deck trucking is that this trailer can haul a higher load without having to buy permits for the load.

WHAT IS A STEP DECK TRAILER?

A step deck trailer has no sides, roof, or doors, resembling a platform. This type of trailer is a semi-trailer that has two deck levels, with the higher, shorter one positioned closer to the front. The higher, shorter deck level is designed to clear the edge of the tractor unit, but can also drop down in order to handle taller loads. Stacking goods on the lower level is a great way to use the extra space for transporting more products at a time.

 

STEP DECK TRAILER DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS

Available Step Deck Trailers	Average Legal Acceptable Weights	Average Legal Acceptable Dimensions
	43K – 46K	Bottom Deck Length: 37′ – 43′ Width: 8′ 6″ Height: Up to 10′ 6″
	40K – 43K	Bottom Deck Length: 37′ – 43′ Width: 8′ 6″ Height: Up to 10′ 6″
	42K – 44K	Bottom Deck Length: 38′ – 61′ Width: 8′ 6″ Height: Up to 10′ 6″
	38K – 41K	Bottom DeckLength: 38′ – 68′ Width: 8′ 6″ Height: Up to 10′ 6″