Flatbed Toy
Cargo Trailer Guide
Cargo trailers serve a wide variety of uses for a number of different industries, from a local handyman or painting company, to a large construction firm, to a race car or antique automobile owner. To suit all of these uses, there are several styles of cargo trailers and each has its own variations in size, hitch, and customized options.
Cargo trailers are a versatile and ideal solution to hauling heavy and cumbersome equipment with your car or truck that can be hitched up when needed and parked when not in use. This allows owners the freedom to haul cargo on an as needed basis and use the car or truck without the trailer as desired.
In this cargo trailer guide, we’ll outline different styles of cargo trailers, explain the ways they can be used and for what industries they are best suited.
Enclosed Trailer – Enclosed trailers are desirable for a number of reasons. They protect cargo from inclement weather, bright sun, and a humid or overly dry atmosphere while also providing efficient space if needed for shelving, containers, and other organizational elements. Enclosed trailers can be fitted with a side door, rear doors, or a ramp for easy access to and from trailer and can range in size from 5 feet to 8.5 feet in length with single, tandem, or tri-axles. A popular size for enclosed trailers is 7×14 with tandem axles or 8.5×20 tandem axle for an enclosed car hauler. There are so many ways to customize an enclosed trailer to make sure it serves the exact purpose for an owner. It can have air conditioning or non-powered vents, all aluminum or steel hybrid construction, E-Track for the walls or floor, aluminum tread plate on the floor and ramp, motorcycle wheel chocks for a bike hauler, concession window and door for a concession trailer, an exterior ladder rack, white vinyl walls and ceiling, and even a black and white checkered tile floor. Whether the purpose is industrial or as part of a showcase, an enclosed trailer can be outfitted to meet all kinds of functions.
Open Deck Trailer – As versatile as an enclosed trailer can be, the same can be said for an open deck trailer. A heavy equipment trailer can be used to haul front end loaders or bulldozers. A utility trailer can be used for landscaping equipment. A flatbed can be used as a car hauler, bike, ATV or snowmobile trailer. Open deck trailers come in a variety of sizes with options to customize it for almost any use. A car hauler can have a full deck or runner decks, a utility trailer can have landscape baskets, and an equipment trailer can have a 3rd ramp, folding gate, tread plates, ratchet straps, tie down loops, or extended ramps. Open deck trailers can accommodate anywhere from 7,000 GVW to 20,000 GVW depending on the size and style chosen. These trailers are more ideal for heavy duty equipment or vehicles that can be exposed to the elements without a problem.
Car Hauler Trailer / Motorcycle Trailer – A car or bike hauler can take the form of an enclosed or open deck trailer depending on the value of the cargo, how long and far it is being hauled, if the cargo is for show or purely for fun. An enclosed trailer being used as a car or bike hauler (or toy hauler as they are sometimes known) can be fitted with a rear ramp door, tread plates, tie downs, fancy floors, walls, and ceilings, and other options to accommodate the cargo. An open deck trailer being used as a car or bike hauler can be a flatbed or runner deck constructed from wood or steel with a rear ramp and tie downs. Car and motorcycle haulers are a popular use for both enclosed and open deck trailers.
These are just a few of the major categories of cargo trailers that can suit a variety of purposes. There are many manufacturers of cargo trailers with some specializing in custom built trailers and others offering mass produced standard trailers. This cargo trailer guide is designed to help consumers navigate the world of cargo trailers to be sure they are measuring all their options when choosing the best one for their needs.
About the Author
Rick McKeithan is owner of TrailerShowroom.com, an online store for custom cargo trailers, open deck trailers, and enclosed trailers at discount prices. Manufactured to a customer’s specifications with over 400 options to customize any kind of trailer: 877-45-TRAILER
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Playmobil 3995 large flat bed construction truck yellow warning sign geobra toy $0.99 |
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Corgi Toys Open Flatbed Trailers x 3 in Blue Spares or Restoration, Solid models $1.56 |
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Playmobil 3935 flat-bed truck series bright yellow warning sign diorama toy $1.87 |
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Base-Toys British Road Services Leyland Comet Flatbed $1.99 |
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Playmobil 3935 construction flat-bed truck red towing trailer hitch MINI TOY 103 $2.05 |
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JADA TOYS FIRE DEPARTMENT ’47 FORD COE FLATBED TRUCK Red $4.00 |
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Rare Vintage TOOTSIE TOY Flat Bed Truck Very Collectable $4.99 |
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Vintage Toy Story Twin Flat Bed Sheet $5.99 |
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DINKY TOYS # FODEN FLATBED FOR RESTORATION – NO CAB $6.60 |
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Chuck & Friends Lot 4 Cars Trucks Carrier Flat Bed, Toy Truck, Fire Engine $6.95 |
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DINKY TOYS 1950′s GUY FLAT BED LORRY $7.84 |
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DINKY TOYS 1950′s GUY FLAT BED LORRY WITH TAIL BOARD $7.84 |
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DINKY TOYS 1950′s LEYLAND COMET Flat Bed Cement Truck $7.84 |
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DINKY TOYS 1950′s FODEN FLAT BED LORRY For Restoration $7.84 |
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British Railways Leyland FG Flatbed B-T Models N Gauge N001 Base Toys U.K. $7.89 |
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VINTAGE 1985 * LITTLE TIKES * LITTLE PEOPLE FLAT BED YELLOW & RED TRUCK TOY L@@K $8.00 |
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Base Toys TT-02 Thornycroft 4 W Flatbed Green $7.84 |
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Base Toys CF-01 – LEYLAND COMET FLATBED – GREEN $7.84 |
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Winross Toys Tractor Trailer White Truck Flatbed Die-Cast early 1:64 scale $9.00 |
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Base Toys LF01 1/76 Leyland LAD Flatbed NEW $9.35 |
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Base Toys D-52 Albion Flatbed James Spencer $9.41 |
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D-Rods ’47 FORD COE Flat Bed Tow Truck GREEN & BLACK rare Jada Toys 2005 Wave 1 $9.49 |
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BASE TOYS LEYLAND BEAVER FLATBED BRS PARCELS 1/76 D-59 $9.35 |
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Base Toys TT-X3 Thornycroft 6 Wheel Flatbed Blue $9.41 |
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BUZZ LIGHTYEAR (Toy Story) FLAT BED SHEET Disney / Pixar – bedding / fabric $9.99 |
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ERTL 1/64 TRACTOR JOHN DEERE FLATBED EQUIPMENT IMPLEMENT DEALER TRUCK FARM TOY $9.99 |
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D-Rods ’47 FORD COE 1947 Auto Transporter Flat Bed Tow Truck Red JADA Toys rare $9.99 |
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Base Toys D-03 ALBION Lad flatbed BRS (Glasgow) 1/76 $10.21 |
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BASE TOYS D80 TRADER FLATBED BRITISH RAILWAYS -1:76 – ORIGINAL PACKAGING $10.20 |
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Base-Toys DA13 Albion HD57 8W Flatbed TeesSide Carriers $10.45 |
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BASE TOYS LEYLAND BEAVER FLATBED BRITISH RAILWAYS 1/76 D23 BOXED NEW $10.92 |
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BASE TOYS ALBION FLATBED BRITISH RAILWAYS 1/76 D48 BOXED NEW $10.92 |
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DINKY TOYS, FORDSON THAMES FLAT BED TRUCK, 422, 1954-60 ENGLAND EARLY RARE VGC $11.02 |
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MADGE Thomas the Tank Engine Take-n-Play diecast toy NEW flat bed lorry $10.99 |
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Base Toys – D77 BR Flatbed Artic Karrier Bantam (1:76) $11.00 |
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BASE TOYS BRISTOL HA ARTIC FLATBED PHILBLACK 1/76 D-86 $10.92 |
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BASE TOYS AEC MERCURY FLATBED SMITH OF MADDSITON D-97 $10.99 |
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Base Toys GW-01 GUY Warrior flatbed 1/76 $11.67 |
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Jada Toys For Sale 47 Ford COE Flatbed Die Cast 1/64New $11.95 |
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Base Toys AMF-01 AEC flatbed 1/76 scale $12.16 |
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BASE TOYS COMMER KARRIER BANTAM FLATBED RAF 1/76 DA02 BOXED NEW $12.49 |
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NEW Chuggington Interactive Railway Various Train sets Extremely Popular Toys $12.56 |
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Base Toys DA19 Albion L.A.D. Artic/Flatbed – BRS MIDLANDS $12.56 |
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Base Toys D-22 Commer Flatbed BRS Red 1/76th Scale New Boxed $12.56 |
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Peterbilt Cab Tootsie Toy w/Wood Flatbed Trailer $12.95 |
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Base BT Toys DA-35 Commer Flatbed Dalmore Distillary with Barrel Load $14.13 |
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Base Toys – DA35 Commer Flatbed – Dalmore Distillery – New.(1:76) $14.14 |
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BASE TOYS LEYLAND BEAVER ARTIC FLATBED & LOAD DIXON BOOL CARDIFF DA23 $14.13 |
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Base Toys DA-25 Albion CX5 6 Wheel Flatbed and Crate Load BRS Airedale $14.13 |
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2011 Hess Flatbed Toy Truck and Race Car $14.50 |
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Base Toys D-14 THAMES Trader flatbed BRITISH RAILWAYS $14.59 |
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Disney TOY STORY BUZZ WOODY Twin Flat Bed Sheet Fabric Material $14.95 |
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Lledo Die-Cast Chevron Roof Coating Flat Bed Truck Toy $14.95 |
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VINTAGE WOODEN TOY TRUCK W/FLATBED TRAILER! $14.95 |
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4.5″ LONG ORANGE PRESSED STEEL FLATBED TRUCK TOY 3″TALL $14.99 |
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KENWORTH #W900 TRACTOR/FLATBED TRAILER,2 CONST TOYS NIB $14.99 |
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Semi Truck Cab n Flatbed PIPE Trailer PLAYART Vintage Hong Kong Diecast Toy Red $14.99 |
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Winross Doneckers 1991 Toy Show Ford Aeromax flatbed $14.99 |
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Base Toys D-94 Albion Flatbed BRS Red Ayrshire Ayr Barrel $15.70 |
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BASE TOYS COMMER FLATBED DALMORE DISTILLERY WITH BARREL LOAD 1/76 BOXED NEW DA35 $15.64 |
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BASE TOYS FORD D SERIES FLATBED & LOAD MARSHALL 1/76 DA03 BOXED & NEW $15.64 |
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STRUCTO FLATBED TOY TRUCK PRESSED STEEL KING SEELEY KST THERMOS CO. U.S.A. $15.99 |
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Parrot Bird Toy Parts-1 SQWATTERS FLAT BED PERCH MEDIUM $15.99 |
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Vintage Twin 1990′s TOY STORY Flat Bed SHEET movie characters bedding fabric $16.00 |
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Base Toys D-84 AEC Monarch Flat Bed 7 Trailer – WYNN’S $15.64 |
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BASE TOYS LEYLAND COMET FLATBED & LOAD LINCOLN SHACKLETON DA24 $15.70 |
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Vintage Plastic Toy Semi Truck With Flat Bed Light Green & Pink 15″ Length $16.49 |
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BASE TOYS ALBION HD FLATBED BRS WITH BARREL LOAD 1/76 D94 BOXED NEW $17.21 |
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BASE TOYS LEYLAND BEAVER FLATBED ARTIC & LOAD DIXON BOOL 1/76 DA23 BOXED NEW $17.21 |
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ERTL IMPLEMENT HAULING FLATBED TRUCK DIECAST TOY 1987 #645 ~NEW~ ~MADE IN USA~ $17.98 |
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Ertl 1/64 Farm Toy Implement Hauling Flatbed $18.00 |
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Ertl 1/64 Farm Toy Implement Hauling Flatbed $18.00 |
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Vintage Tootsie Toy “TRACTOR TRAILOR FLATBED” c1950 $18.50 |
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VINTAGE TOY STRUCTO FLATBED TRUCK $18.75 |
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ERTL 1/64 TRACTOR 1950 CHEVY TRUCK FLATBED IMPLEMENT HAULER JOHN DEERE FARM TOY $19.95 |
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CHEVRON 1939 Roof Coating Flat Bed Truck Die Cast Toy $19.95 |
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PETERBILT 387 FLATBED W/ 2 FARM TRACTORS TRUCK 1:32 DIECAST MODEL TRAILER TOY $19.95 |
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Vintage Structo Toys Pressed Steel Rollback Flat Bed Truck w/ Winch $19.99 |
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1918 MACK TRUCK Flatbed True Value cargo vintage Antique toy NEW IN BOX MIB $19.99 |
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RARE NEW 1997 ERTL KENWORTH T600B FLAT BED TRAILER TOY $19.99 |
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PETERBILT 379 FLATBED TRAILER W/ I BEAM & CRANE 1/32 DIECAST MODEL TOY TRUCK $21.95 |
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*RARE* VINTAGE STRUCTO TOYS FLAT BED TRUCK WITH WINCH! $22.50 |
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Vintage Disney Pixar Toy Story Characters Twin Flat Bed Sheet Fabric 1995 $23.70 |
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Disney Toy Story Woody Buzz Character Full/Double Flat Bed Sheet (Vintage Fabric $24.99 |
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BOYS/Girls Cartoon Character Twin Flat Bed Sheets (Vintage Fabric) Sold Seperate $24.99 |
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Dinky Toys Fordson Flatbed Truck $24.99 |
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Vintage 7″ long TOY TRUCK Handmade Handcrafted WOODEN FlatBed All 10 Wheels TURN $24.99 |
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Leyland mastiff flat bed trailer truck with forklift 1/76 base toys $24.99 |
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Vintage metal toy flatbed truck and trailer combo Nylint Farms $25.00 |
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2011 Hess Flatbed Toy Truck and Race Car $25.00 |
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DUNBAR & FLATBED CHUGGINGTON INTERACTIVE RAILWAY toy BN $25.54 |
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1/64 SCANIA FLATBED TRAILER with BULLDOZER DIECAST TOY $25.90 |
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Dinky Toys Leyland FlatBed 5 Ton Chassis Weight Only From # 936 !! $26.70 |
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Vintage SIKU MERCEDES FLAT BED Delivery Truck Import Red Diecast/plastic toy car $26.95 |
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International Lonestar Flatbed W/ Forklift Pallets Truck 1/32 Diecast Toy Hauler $26.95 |
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WOOD TOY FLAT-BED DUMP TRUCK WOOD CRAFTED MADE IN USA $26.99 |
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Green Toys Flatbed Truck with Race Car : Responsibly Made in the USA # FLRA-1481 $27.28 |
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TRAILER PLANS Sand Rail ATV Toy Flatbed Jeep Rubicon $29.95 |
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Lot of 6 Tonka Toy Trucks Dump Truck Cement Mixer Flat Beds Tractor $29.99 |
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Green Toys Flatbed Truck and Race Car 5512758 $29.99 |
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New Ray Die-Cast Truck Replica – Peterbilt 379 Flatbed Trailer with I-Beam, 1:32 Scale, Model# 14343 $21.69 1:32 scale heavy-duty truck replicas feature die-cast cab and functional door, moving wheels and lifelike details. Each with authentic colors, realistic graphics and various moving parts. Ideal for both collectors and kids. Scale Size: 1:32, Material Type: Die-cast metal, Movement: Functional door, moving wheels, and other moveable parts, Dimensions L x W x H (in.): 24 x 4 x 8, Items Included: (1)… |
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Tremendous Toy Trucks: With Step-by-Step Instructions and Plans for Building 12 Trucks $12.08 Simple, functional…and just plain fun: that describes the 12 projects in this collection of classic wood toys. The projects featured here include dump trucks, a tow truck, a flatbed, a semi, a cement truck, logging trucks…you name it. There’s a project for every woodworker — and hours of imaginative play for the lucky kids who will get the trucks once they’re made.– Designs are varied and du… |
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LEGO City Cargo Train 7939 $177.99 Load up the new Cargo Train and send it down the line! Use the big crane to load and unload containers and cars from the train and container truck. Open the canopies on the engine to reveal the driver’s cabins on either end; use the 4-channel, 7-speed infrared remote control to transport the goods along the tracks around the LEGO® City! Includes 4 minifigures: 1 train driver and 3 freight yard wo… |
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Lexmark Twin-Pack #70 Black and #20 Color Print Cartridges (15M2328) $27.95 Genuine Lexmark ink cartridges ensure reliable operation and the highest-quality output…. |
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Lexmark Twin-Pack #70 Black and #20 Color Print Cartridges (15M2328) $84.99 Lexmark delivers high-powered solutions, services and supplies that meet or exceed the needs of customers ranging from the small office to the large corporate enterprise. Years of printing industry leadership, coupled with a close relationship with its customers, allow Lexmark to develop high-quality, easy-to-use business products and services…. |
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Flatbed Trailer Safety Ladder Anderson Ladder w Handles $360.00 One Brand New Anderson Ladder For Flatbed TrailersThis Ladder Fits Securely Into The Side Rails Of A Flatbed TrailerEasy To Set Up Handrails Help Make Your Climb Onto The Flatbed Much Easier and Much SaferEasy To Fold Up For Storage When Not In UseThis Ladder Is Perfect For Use In Loading And Unloading FlatbedsFollows OSHA Safety RequirementsDue To Size And Weight Limitations, These Will Not Be Sh… |
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Standard flatbeds for dual wheel trucks * ATTENTION THE PICTURE ABOVE IS NOT AS LISTED. THE BED FOR SALE IS JUST THE BED THE SPEARS ARE NOT INCLUDED *Bramco flatbeds are designed to fit any make and model of heavy duty 3 4 ton or larger truck. * The standard flatbed is equipped with: * A full louvered cab protector * Two(2) 14″ x 11″ x 24″ rubber sealed toolboxes * 3 hole heavy duty rear bumper hitch * Recessed fifth wheel hitch (includ… |
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Western style flatbed for dual wheel trucks *Bramco flatbeds are designed to fit any make and model of heavy duty 3 4 ton or larger truck. * The western hauler is equipped with: * A full louvered cab protector * Two(2) 14″ x 11″ x 24″ rubber sealed toolboxes * 3 hole heavy duty rear bumper hitch * Recessed fifth wheel hitch (including a 30 000 lb. 2 5 16″ ball with safety chain hookup) * Mud flaps * Lighting Includes: * Rubber mounted seale… |
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Epson Perfection 2580 Photo Scanner $179.00 A flatbed scanner with an Auto Film Loader for 35mm negatives / 2400 x 4800 max. dpi / One-Touch Color Restoration / PC & Mac / USB 2.0 Maximum Resolution – 12,800 x 12,800 dpi with software interpolation Color Depth – 48-bit internal/external Greyscale Depth – 16-bit internal/external Optical Density – 3.2 Dmax Scaling (zoom) – 50% to 200% (1% step) USB 2.0 Interface (backwards compatib… |
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Green Toys Flatbed Truck and Race Car $20.63 Green Toys Flatbed Truck and Race CarGentlemen (and ladies) start your environmentally responsible engines! The Green Toys Flatbed Truck with Race Car is on the move. This sturdy blue truck hauls our sleek red hot rod on its back, and has a flatbed that tilts up to allow the car to roll off. These eco-conscious vehicles are made in the USA from 100% recycled plastic milk containers that save energ… |
