If you're building a homestead, operate a small farm, or have a big landscaping project lined up this summer, you might be wondering: "how am I going to move this tractor?" ALCOM has an answer: an aluminum trailer! Moving your compact or sub-compact tractor this season is easy with a heavy-duty all aluminum utility trailer from ALCOM. We're here to break down the best aluminum trailers for your tractors and lawn mowers.

What to Consider

One of the most important considerations when you buy an aluminum trailer is the GVWR of your tow vehicle and the trailer. Making sure your truck can safely tow the fully loaded trailer is your first priority. Equally important? Choosing a trailer that fits your tractor and any other cargo you'll be moving with it.

Sub-compact tractors are popular with hobby farmers, homesteaders, and even landscapers. They are loosely categorized as having two- or three-cylinder diesel engines, with 15 to 25 horsepower. Compact tractors, on the other hand, are a step up in size and horsepower, with three- to four-cylinder engines ranging up to 45 horsepower. Sub-compact tractors are generally going to weigh under 2,000 lbs., while compact tractors may weigh around 4,000 lbs.  

Have the weight and dimensions of your tractor available when looking at aluminum trailer specs. You may have other tractor attachments or gear that needs to move, too, and it's worth totaling up the cargo weight you need to haul before committing to a trailer. When your tractor is parked at home, are there other items you'll be moving with this trailer? Maybe it's hay bales; maybe it's lobster traps; maybe it's just bikes and camping gear for your family this summer. Either way, getting the right trailer makes all the difference.  

Trailers for Tractors

Check out some of our favorite open and enclosed utility haulers for your tractor trailer search: 

Commercial Dump Trailers: With tie-downs inside the dump body and rear ramps for loading, a commercial grade aluminum dump trailer is a versatile choice. Move and unload materials easily, then move your compact tractor to the worksite to spread mulch or gravel. 

Open Multi-Purpose Heavy-Duty Trailers:  A multi-purpose open trailer with flip-up heavy-duty ramps, this trailer is 6.5' wide and built with a rub rail, stake pockets, and 5K or 6K recessed heavy-duty D-rings. 

14K Heavy-Duty Multi-Purpose Open Utility Trailers: Move more cargo with a 14K model utility trailer! It has extruded aluminum decking, a heavy-duty front bumper and perimeter rub rail, adjustable flip-up ramps, and heavy-duty diamond plate fenders with corner steps. 

Open Deckover Utility Trailers: Beavertail construction and a 101" wide deck make these open utility trailers practical and versatile. With payload around 5,000 lbs., they're built tough enough for your sub-compact tractor and plenty of other cargo. 

Enclosed Car Haulers: If you're heading to car shows one weekend and out to do some field work the next, check out our enclosed aluminum car haulers. They're built to move cars, but their payload is enough for many sub-compact or compact tractors and other landscaping equipment. They're available with features like cabinets, wall track and other organization features, plus lights and your choice of exterior side panel colors. 

Functional Features

To secure equipment, your trailer needs tie-downs. Without tie-downs, a trailer is just a platform (or a cargo box) that cargo can roll or slide around on, but with some durable tie-down anchors, you can secure even the heaviest loads with confidence. ALCOM aluminum trailers are built with standard tie-downs based on the trailer type and payload; add extra or upgraded tie-downs to your trailer when you place your order! 

Don't forget to check out the rest of our aluminum trailer options, like: 

• Bolt-on spare tire carrier; 
• Large, lockable tongue-mounted diamond plate toolbox;
• Decking options (heat treated planks & extruded aluminum);
• Axle upgrade options;
• Extra height for dump trailer sides;
• Ramp upgrades;
• and more -- talk with your ALCOM dealer about any specific needs you have, and we'll figure out the right solution for your trailer! 

Why Choose Aluminum?

ALCOM only builds aluminum trailers, and all-aluminum construction gives you some key advantages over other, steel trailers on the market. First, it's lighter ... a lot lighter! Aluminum is about one-third the weight of steel, with a better strength-to-weight ratio, making an aluminum trailer significantly lighter than a trailer of the same size built from steel. This allows you to tow behind a wider array of trucks and SUVs. A lighter trailer also helps you conserve on fuel costs, and it leaves less wear and tear on your tow vehicle. Plus, it maximizes your payload by keeping trailer weight to a minimum. 

Aluminum isn't only lighter than steel: it's also naturally resistant to rust. For year-round, all-weather performance, welded aluminum construction is a durable choice. Rust spots won't wreak havoc on your hauling capability when they don't form in the first place! Choose a trailer that will last: an all-aluminum trailer made in the USA by ALCOM. 

Find Your ALCOM Dealer 

Ready to find your next ALCOM all-aluminum trailer and start hauling your compact or sub-compact tractor and other yard care gear? Visit our brand websites to learn more about our full line of aluminum utility trailers and heavy-duty options for moving equipment. 

Next, use our Dealer Locator tool to search for ALCOM trailer dealers in your area, and get ready to find your ideal aluminum trailer for moving your compact or sub-compact tractor!