I am looking for a trailer that will hold three quads. I like the looks of the Triton ATV 128 but its $1799 at the local dealer. Is this trailer worth this? Also is it a good idea to have brakes on a trailer this size?

 

Brakes are usually required based on their weight. You'll have to check with your local Motor Vehicle agency and/or highway patrol. It's usually codified in the Vehicle Code. CA requires brakes on 3000lb or higher (for utility type) and 1500lb or higher (travel trailer). Not sure why the difference, but it's there. Weight is weight.

As far as Tritons, nice trailers. Friend (powerstroke01) has the 2 place 6x8 model. Very nicely built. Low weight (about 300lb unloaded). Paid around 1300 IIRC. Maybe 1400. I'm sure he'll pop in, if not I'll point him over here. I towed it once with a Warrior and Z400 on it. Tracked nicely. Really smooth. This included a pretty windy section of road, speeds down to 15 MPH and up to "over 55" on some flat stretches.

One thing, they are kinda noisy, at least his. The ramp sits in a slot under the deck, and on bumpy roads it really moves in there. Lots of clanking.

And definately get extra tie-down blocks for it. They sit in the channel. His only came with like 4, needs at least 6 for 2 quads. There are 2 anchor points on the front of the trailer. You'll need 1 pair (2), for the 1st quad, and 2 pairs (4) for each additional quad (so you'd need 5 pairs).

If I was dropping coin for an Alum trailer they'd be at the top of my list, along with Featherlite.

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I think you covered it.
Deffinatly get the upgraded wheels/tires. Theyre larger.
And yes, it is noisy. Not sure if theres anything that can be done to stop that. I havent really looked into it.

 

What do the larger tires do? Dealer said he would have to special order trailer to get larger tires and it would take a month to get. I think He just wants to sell me the one he has on the lot. Thanks for your input.

Chris

 

Bigger diameter tire = less revolutions per mile, less wear on the bearings.

Wider tire = more contact patch, and floats better on sand (if that's a requirement, like going to Pismo).

Even still the upgraded tires are still pretty small. Maybe about 14" tall, or so.

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looked at a steel trailer today that was 6.5' wide by 13' long and has roll out ramps that lock into place. It also has full size tires and brakes for $1600. Much better deal than the triton. Think I will go buy it next week.

 

Steel rusts, its heavy.
We were looking at steel trailers before we looked at tritons. Even though they were much cheaper we wanted something that was lightweight. But thats not an issue for everyone.

Good luck!

 

I PICKED UP A TRITON 128-2 3 PLACE TANDAN AXLE TRAILER THIS MORNING.

$1740 OTD

THEY HAVE A NEW DAMPING SYSTEM NOW SO THE RAMP IS SECURE.

SO FAR THE TRAILER IS WORTH IT, I'D THINK TWICE BEFORE YOU GO WITH A STEEL RIG.

tHE ATV128 IS SELLING $1425 PLUS TAX IN WICONSIN. SHOPPING AROUND I SAW A PRICE DIFF AS MUCH AS $300 FOR THIS TRAILER.

 

I bought my triton 101 by 10 ft in 96,with the cover,I use it all winter long on long trips snowmobiling.In the spring off comes the cover,and i use it almost each weekend atving.It has the original tires,and i have had no problems whatsoever.ALUMUNUM ROCKS AND SAVES GAS.Its funny when im trailering with my buddies with their v-8s and steel trailers.The straight 6 leaves em behind on steep grades,cause that trailer is so light,i can pull it with my lawnmower.worth the extra money in the long run
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Where's a dealer in the Illinois\Wisconsin area. I'm not having much luck finding an aluminum trailer.