12' single axle will be fine - trailers are crazy expensive due to everything going up in price.
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I've got a 2004 Chevy Colorado (5 cyl) with factory tow package. It's sufficient for this trip. I appreciate you bringing up the length of the trailer as a factor, from experience that truly does make a huge difference.I think your in the ball park on weight. As hokie says, a single axle should be fine as long as your not towing it with a prius. The longer the trailer and tow vehicle, the more stable it will be and also allow more room to get your tongue weight correct.
what are you planning to tow it with and do you have any towing experience?
Don't want you to end up like this:
My B2601 broke in half!
My B2601 broke in half! Link is to the Album! http://www.orangetractortalks.com/forums/album.php?albumid=608
That's a good argument for a tandem axel setup. I'm on the same page with high quality tires as well. Thanks!
agreed. i don't plan on any long hauls, short of this first trip, so definitely need to keep price in check.
I just did that this past Monday pulling an 11,000 lb trailer from Sheridan, WY to Kalispell, MT. It took me 9-1/2 hours with one stop for fuel, and to let the dogs out to pee. The toughest section was the 6% grade out of Missoula that's something like 4 miles long. I was only able to maintain 55mph with my foot to the floor and in 3rd gear.600 miles one way... it's gonna be a long day.
You're not kidding. I bought a 16ft PJ tandem axle dump trailer three years ago for $10k and that included 2ft extension side panels. That trailer is $14k at the same dealer now and that doesn't include extension panels.
Just curious, it's there a reason you backed the tractor onto the trailer?
Two reasons. Firstly, if a stone flies up and brakes the glass, it's a lot cheaper and easier to replace the rear window than the front. Secondly, with the weight distribution of the tractor the tongue weight is easier to set up and adjust vs. driving on forwards.
