Flatbed and Drop Deck Trailer Hire
- Late model tautliner trailer hire with A & B trailer sets, drop deck and mezzanine floor options.
- Flexible short-term, long-term and project trailer hire with curtainsider trailers designed for fast side loading.
- NHVAS-maintained tautliner trailers available immediately, helping transport operators, freight companies and fleet managers increase capacity.
Flatbed and Drop Deck Trailer Hire
- Late model tautliner trailer hire with A & B trailer sets, drop deck and mezzanine floor options.
- Flexible short-term, long-term and project trailer hire with curtainsider trailers designed for fast side loading.
- NHVAS-maintained tautliner trailers available immediately, helping transport operators, freight companies and fleet managers increase capacity.
Trucks & Vehicles
Enjoy the comfort and reliability of our regularly updated fleet.
Emergency Support
24 hour roadside assistance will have you back on the road.
24/7 hours Available
Short and long term hire available when you need it.
Flatbed and Drop Deck Trailer Hire for Heavy Load Transport
At SCTR, we are experts in renting high-quality hire drop deck trailer and semi-trailers, particularly flatbeds that can be adapted to different needs. Selecting the right trailer is very important when transporting heavy loads.
Flatbed trailers are ideal for transporting cargo, allowing easy loading from the sides and top. Perfect for construction materials and machinery, their open design ensures flexibility. Drop deck trailers hire, with a lower deck height, are excellent for tall items, providing better balance and easy loading. They’re ideal for moving storage boxes and large equipment efficiently.
Our truck trailer hire services are designed to offer flexibility and efficiency, whether you’re a contractor needing temporary solutions or a business with ongoing transport requirements. Each trailer in our fleet is well-maintained and inspected for safety, ensuring peace of mind during your haul. Experience seamless transport with SCTR’s flatbed and drop deck trailers. Contact us today!
Open Drop Deck Trailer Hire
45’ Drop Deck B Trailer
- Tri Axle
- Straps and Winches may be available
- Pallet capacity: 22 (6 on top, 16 on bottom)
Flat Deck Trailer Hire
Flat Deck A Trailer
- Tri Axle
- Straps and Winches may be available upon request
- Pallet capacity: 12
45’ Flat Deck B Trailer
- Tri Axle
- Straps and Winches may be available upon request
- Pallet capacity: 22
- Some With 3 Way Pins
Uses:
- Some Set Up For Steel Work
- Some With 3 Way Pins
- Some With Side Gates
- Straps
Features
- 3 Way Pin
- Suitable For Dock Work
- Suitable For Heavy 20ft Containers
Extended Trailer Hire
12 – 18 m Drop Deck Extendable
- Tri Axle
- Straps and Winches upon request
- Pins for 20/40ft Containers
- Suitable For ISO Containers
12- 21 m Flat Deck Extendable – Tri Axle
- Tri Axle
- Straps and Winches upon request
- Pins for 20/40ft Containers
- Suitable For ISO Containers
Extendable Trailers available
- Container pins for 20/40ft Containers
- LED Lights All Round
- Suitable For ISO Containers
Frequently Asked Questions
What Type of Trailer Do I Need? A Guide to Trailer Hire
For commercial companies’ reliable trailer hire is one of the most critical components to successful logistics deliveries. Southern Cross Truck Rentals are specialist in heavy truck rentals with one of the most diverse heavy vehicle rental fleets along the East Coast. Southern Cross Truck Rentals Tautliner trailers are used by Tier 1 and Tier 2 logistics deliveries especially during the Christmas rush to ensure reliability and service. Southern Cross Truck Rentals open flatbed trailers are the preferred trailers for freight that is oversized or unusually shaped with containers and piping companies’ regular hirers.
Do I need a truck licence to drive with a trailer attached?
Yes, In NSW to drive with a tautliner trailer attached, most set-ups require a Heavy Combination (HC) licence. The exact licence you need will depend on the truck/trailer combination and our team at Southern Cross Truck Rentals can advise you when you make your booking on (02) 46336100.
Is trailer hire more affordable than purchase?
Southern Cross Truck Rentals Tautliner and Open flatbed hire is the preferred option for many logistics subcontractors or project-based companies. Hiring a Tautliner or Open flatbed trailer reduces capital upfront for companies and when placed on long term hire will usually produce lower quoted rates than a casual renter would be offered. Get a hassle-free quote at www.sctr.com.au
Who is a good long term hire company for trailers?
Experience and longevity in truck rental are the ultimate indicators of a trusted supplier. Southern Cross Truck Rentals has over 20 year’s experience in supplying heavy vehicle to commercial operators. Southern Cross truck Rentals are dedicated to mutually beneficial relationships for commercial companies that offer low long term rental rates, account terms (for approved operators), and ongoing support for the life of the hire. Check out open flatbed trailers and tautliner trailers online.
How much does it cost to hire a tautliner or open deck trailer in Sydney?
Variation across rental in the heavy vehicle market means suppliers can rarely quote you accurately without finding out more about your rental needs related to size, GVM, load, km’s and driver. Southern Cross Truck Rentals long term hire will usually produce lower quoted rates than a casual rental, so if you are seeking a contract over 6 months be sure to advise our team at the time of quotation. Get a hassle-free quote at www.sctr.com.au
What extra costs should I consider when hiring a tautliner or open flatbed trailer?
Ensure when seeking your quotation from SCTR for tautliner or open flatbed trailer hire you consider optional insurance excess reduction, excess kilometres, tolls and fuel. Many suppliers will quote a low base price and bring in extras at the end of the quotation or time of booking, knowing these figures first allows you to compare apples to apples. For trustworthy and specific upfront advice on our optional additional charges contact (02) 46336100.
Why would different commercial trailer rentals be different in price?
Southern Cross Truck Rentals always encourages customers to seek information directly like age, specifications and maintenance on the specific truck or trailer they are hiring or commercial purposes. Some rental companies offer lower pricing as they are using older trucks or trailers with different maintenance plans. Southern Cross Truck Rentals trucks and trailers are often late model assets, and all are maintained under the NHVAS maintenance program so you can be assured of a reduced risk to downtime. Call now for individual asset recommendations and specifications on (02) 46336100.
Do Tautliner trailers have gates?
All Southern Cross Truck Rentals our Tautliner trailers have gates of varying configurations. Several of our tautliners have hanging gates which reduce heavy lifting for our customers and allow for load restraint and corner support keeping freight stable during transport. Gates in a rental trailer ensure safer transport for long haul reducing movement and downtime on the road. Call now for specifications on (02) 46336100.
How do tautliner trailer curtains operate?
All Southern Cross Truck Rentals our Tautliner trailers curtains slide easily and have a ratchet system on the curtain buckles. This system ensures commercial operators using our rental trailers are reducing downtime during loading and unloading stops.
Do Southern Cross Truck Rental tautliner trailers have mezzanine floors?
Some Southern Cross Truck Rental tautliner trailers have mezzanine floors which allow for stacking of goods within the trailers. Where a tautliner trailer is out on long term hire, customers can remove the floor independently to tailor to their delivery needs. On return, customers are required to return the trailer with the mezzanine floor installed, as it was when it was checked out. If you need help our team can assist. Call now for specifications on (02) 46336100.
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