What is the cause of trailer axles being overloaded?

Incorrect load positioning is a major cause of axle overload. You can also cause this problem by unevenly distributing the load on your trailer or exceeding the weight limit.

What can happen if I overload my trailer axles?

Overloading axles can damage your trailer’s suspension and cause the tyres and wheels to heat up and wear faster. In worse cases, it can bend the axles and cause them to break. This is extremely dangerous for the trailer and driver, as well as other road users. The trailer may also become less stable and difficult to control.

What can I do to avoid it?

There are several methods to avoid overloading axles. The first is to ensure that the load is evenly distributed, and that it does not exceed weight limits for the trailer. A frontal weight imbalance can cause an excessive nose load and overload your towing vehicle’s tow bar and axle rating. A trailer that is too heavy at the back can become unstable and cause snaking. When you need Trailer Parts, visit Auto and Trailor

Upgrade your twin-axle to pivot axles

The pivot axles of a trailer enable each axle to be moved independently from the other axles and chassis. The wheels can roll over speed bumps, kerbs and potholes instead of crashing into them. The pivot axles make sure that all four wheels are always in contact with the road. The pivot axle system is connected to the main chassis by a central fulcrum, which allows the load to be evenly distributed across all four wheels and both axles, even if a load is on the bed. The kerbs, speed-bumps, and other bumps on the road can cause uneven tyre wearing and damage to the wheel rims.