2017 Dry Van Trailers For Sale
Compare 2017 dry van trailers for sale by floor rating, wall construction, slider condition and corrosion to match freight, docks and route rules.
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2017 Dry Van Trailers
In Snow Belt and Canadian service, inspect crossmembers, landing gear and brake plumbing for salt corrosion, including areas hidden by side skirts. Review maintenance records and test ABS, wheel ends, brakes and air bags rather than relying on an inspection sticker. US bridge-formula limits, state kingpin restrictions and provincial axle rules can dictate slider settings. For unused 2017 equipment represented as new, confirm as-built specifications, inspect storage-related deterioration and obtain written warranty terms; the 12% US federal excise tax may apply to a qualifying first retail sale.
Frequently Asked Questions about 2017 Dry Van Trailers
Should I choose swing doors or a roll-up door on a 2017 dry van trailer?
Swing doors usually provide more usable rear-opening clearance, while roll-up doors suit frequent delivery stops and docks where opening swing doors is difficult. On a 2017 dry van trailer, measure the actual opening against your tallest loads. Inspect roll-up tracks, rollers, cables and counterbalance hardware, or swing-door hinges, seals and locking rods.
How do I know whether a 2017 dry van floor can handle my forklift?
Match the loaded forklift's axle load to the dry van trailer manufacturer's documented floor rating, not merely the forklift's total weight. Forklift weight distribution, tire contact area and cargo weight affect concentrated loading. On a 2017 trailer, damaged boards, weakened crossmembers or undocumented floor repairs require evaluation before relying on the original rating.
What kingpin setting does a 53-foot dry van need in California?
California generally limits tandem-axle, 53-foot dry van trailers to 40 feet from the kingpin to the center of the rearmost axle. Measure that distance directly rather than trusting slider-hole markings. Confirm that the legal setting also meets axle-weight limits, and verify designated-route and local-access requirements before assigning a 2017 trailer to California work.
Does a current DOT inspection mean a 2017 dry van trailer is ready to buy?
A current DOT inspection does not replace a structural and maintenance inspection of a 2017 dry van trailer. US commercial trailers subject to federal periodic inspection requirements must be inspected at least every 12 months. Obtain the inspection report and check repairs separately; Canadian inspection requirements follow the applicable provincial commercial-vehicle inspection program.
Can damaged composite walls on a 2017 dry van trailer be repaired?
Many composite-wall repairs are possible, but the repair must follow the trailer manufacturer's procedures because wall panels contribute to body strength. On a 2017 dry van trailer, inspect for separated panel layers, damaged joints and patches that conceal deeper damage. Request repair documentation, and have questionable structural repairs assessed by a qualified trailer repair shop.