Enclosed Trailers for Sale

Enclosed Trailer Basics

An enclosed trailer wraps your load in a steel or aluminum-framed box with a rear ramp door and often a side entry door. They're built on the same axle groups as open trailers but add walls, a roof, insulation and interior lighting. The trade-off is weight and cost — an enclosed trailer weighs 1,500–3,000 lb more than a comparable open deck.

V-Nose vs. Flat Front

A V-nose front cuts through the air, improving fuel economy and reducing sway at highway speeds, and adds a few cubic feet of storage up front. Flat-front trailers are cheaper and simpler. For long tows or highway use, the V-nose pays for itself in fuel and stability.

Height and Interior Clearance

Standard interior heights run 6'6", 7' and 7'6". Taller interiors (7'6") fit standing adults and tall loads like motorcycles on chocks or stacked pallets, but raise the trailer's center of gravity and overall height — check garage and bridge clearance if relevant.

Construction: Steel vs. Aluminum Frame

Steel frames are stronger and less expensive but heavier and prone to rust if the finish is compromised. Aluminum frames save 500–1,000 lb, never rust, and hold resale value better, but cost more. For a trailer you'll keep for years and tow often, aluminum is usually worth it.

Interior Outfitting

• E-track and D-rings — anchor points for straps along the walls and floor.
• LED dome lighting — 12V interior lights powered by the tow vehicle or a battery.
• Ramp vs. barn doors — a ramp loads wheeled gear; barn doors save weight and clear rear clearance.
• Insulation and lining — keeps cargo temperate and protects walls from shifting loads.