Used 2016 Dry Van Trailers For Sale
Used 2016 dry van trailers for sale: compare floor ratings, wall construction, rear guards and running gear for truckload or distribution work.
Showing 1 to 28 of 33 results
Selling a used 2016 dry van trailer? List your used 2016 dry van trailer for sale and reach thousands of commercial buyers.
Used 2016 Dry Van Trailers
A 2016 build predates the strengthened U.S. rear impact guard standard finalized in 2022, so verify the guard's certification label and attachment condition. Inspect roof seams, crossmembers, kingpin mounting and landing gear for leaks, corrosion, cracks and undocumented repairs. Request brake, wheel-end and suspension records, and test the ABS, slider locks and any tire inflation system. Snow Belt and Canadian service histories warrant close checks for salt damage beneath the floor and around suspension mounts. Verify axle ratings, tandem position and dimensions against the states or provinces on the intended route; legal payload also depends on the tractor and axle spacing.
Frequently Asked Questions about Used 2016 Dry Van Trailers
How do I know whether a 2016 dry van floor can handle my forklift?
The dry van floor's published forklift axle-load rating, not trailer GVWR, determines whether the floor is suitable for your loading equipment. Compare that rating with the loaded forklift's heaviest axle load, including the freight being carried. Obtain the manufacturer's specification for the exact trailer configuration, then inspect boards, fasteners and crossmembers. A suitable original rating does not establish the remaining strength of a damaged or repaired floor.
Are swing doors or roll-up doors better on a used 2016 dry van?
Swing doors usually provide more clear opening height than roll-up doors on comparable dry vans. Swing doors suit freight that needs maximum clearance, but require room to open before docking. Roll-up doors can be opened after backing to a dock, which helps in tight distribution yards. On a used 2016 van, inspect roll-up door tracks, rollers and counterbalance hardware, or swing-door hinges, locking rods and seals.
What tandem setting does a 53-foot dry van need in California?
A conventional 53-foot dry van operated in California must keep the kingpin-to-rearmost-axle distance at 40 feet or less. Measure to the center of the rear axle, not the center of the tandem group. Meeting that dimension does not authorize travel on every road, so confirm truck-route access and axle weights. Canadian provinces have their own dimensional and weight requirements; a California-compliant setting does not establish Canadian compliance.
What should I check if the ABS light stays on during a used dry van inspection?
A trailer ABS warning lamp that remains illuminated after the manufacturer's startup and movement checks requires fault diagnosis. On a 2016 dry van, inspect sensor wiring, tone rings, modulator connections and the electrical supply, then retrieve fault codes with compatible trailer ABS diagnostic equipment. Check wheel-end condition before blaming a sensor because bearing play can affect sensor clearance. A disconnected warning lamp is not a repair.
Does a tire inflation system reduce maintenance on a used 2016 dry van?
A trailer tire inflation system helps maintain pressure but does not replace tire inspections or make persistent leaks harmless. On a used 2016 dry van, check wheel-end air connections, hoses, rotary unions and the system's pressure setting. Confirm that the warning indicator works and that leaking components can be isolated for service. Match inflation pressure to tire specifications and axle loading rather than accepting the existing setting without verification.