A utility trailer hitches to the back of a vehicle, allowing people to transport additional goods. Those interested in buying one often have to choose between two options: bumper and gooseneck. The guide below explains their differences so you can determine which is best for your needs.

Bumper Trailers

A bumper pull, sometimes also known as a drag trailer, is the smaller choice. Its lighter weight allows some SUVs or RVs to pull them even when fully loaded. The reduced capacity also means that the trailer and its towing vehicle are less likely to exceed 10,000 pounds, so you don’t have to worry about getting a special license from the DMV.

These trailers connect to the towing vehicle by fitting a tongue over the ball hitch on the SUV’s or RV’s rear frame.

This affordable option can be used if you need to transport lawn equipment or one or two horses. However, if you have more heavy-duty towing needs, these utility trailers will likely be insufficient. 

Gooseneck Trailers

Gooseneck trailers are used exclusively with pickup trucks, with a tongue that goes over a ball hitch located in the pickup truck bed. Positioning the trailer’s weight over the rear axle of the truck makes gooseneck trailers more stable when maneuvering and allows your vehicle to make tighter turns without upsetting your cargo. It also gives them much greater weight capacity. As such, individuals use them for transporting larger quantities of livestock or recreational equipment like ATVs.

While the additional capacity is a distinct advantage, most pickup trucks will require a specialty hitch installation to be compatible with a gooseneck trailer. The heavier weight also means it may be classified as a commercial vehicle when fully loaded.

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