Frequently Asked Questions

The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is maximum total weight of the fully loaded trailer including cargo. This weight rating must never be exceeded.

The Gross Axle Weight Rating is maximum total weight to be carried by a single axle. This weight rating must never be exceeded.

Carrying capacity is calculated by taking the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) and subtracting the trailers empty weight (tare). The remaining balance is the legal payload. * EXAMPLE: 10,000 lbs. (GVWR) -minus 2,200 lbs. (Empty Weight) = 7,800 lbs. Payload

Hulk Trailer Factory™ offers one of the most diverse lines of trailers in the industry, along with full custom manufacturing capabilities. As a production-based manufacturer, we can custom build any trailer to your exact specifications. Have questions or need a quote? Contact our friendly sales team at 1-888-880-4855 — we’re here to help!

The recommended Hydraulic Fluid is AW 32, or equivalent. It is most commonly used with mobile equipment operating in environmentally-sensitive sites year-round. 

Majority of trailers have leaf-spring axles. However, torsion axles have been increasingly used due to their superiority in longevity, stability, and safety. Leaf springs provide cushion in a trailers suspension by attaching to axles with U-bolts. On torsion axle trailers, the cushioning function is built into the axle. Self-contained and sealed, torsion axles resist rust and corrosion better than traditional leaf spring axles. Torsion axle trailers lower the center of gravity of the load you are hauling, thereby providing more stability for the trailer, but if you have a flat tire a torsion axle requires a spare wheel before you are able to continue pulling the trailer. A torsion axle trailer also has the drawback of a low variable-rate, giving less flexibility when loaded or going over harsh terrain. Some experts say that leaf springs are the better option while torsion axles are the best option.

Electric brakes are the most commonly used brake package with trailers, unless it is a boat trailer or watercraft hauling trailer, which mainly come with surge brakes because electric brakes can short out if the trailer is backed into the water. Electric brakes allow you to control them from the vehicle as were surge brakes rely on pressure being applied to the hitch to activate them.

Each tow vehicle has a different tow capacity. You should always check your tow vehicle's owners manually to find the specifications for towing a trailer.

It depends on the weight of the trailer, what you're hauling, and the rules in your state. Always check with your state’s Department of Transportation or equivalent authority to ensure you're in compliance. In most states, trailers over a certain weight are legally required to have brakes that can safely stop and hold the trailer.

All of our trailers come with EZ Lube axle spindles. All you have to do is remove the rubber plug on the wheel bearing dust cap and by using a standard grease gun, simply pump fresh grease into the bearings. This should be done a couple times a year depending on the amount of use.

In-house financing is available on a select group of trailers and subject to approved credit. Contact us for more details.

We're proud to offer both commercial lease/finance options for business use and installment payment (finance) agreements for personal use!

Our typical agreements assume equal monthly payments with terms as short as 12 months (1 year) and up to 72 months (6 years). We also have deferred, seasonal, and semi-annual payment options for your consideration.

Here at Hulk, we’re proud to say we guarantee same day approvals. In fact, most applications are processed within one hour!

No. Our application is very simple and can be completed in just a few minutes online HERE.

No. Our financing process is completely digital. You can get pre-approved HERE. Once approved you just need to pick a payment option (your options will be emailed to you shortly after you submit your application). Then finally, your agreement will be emailed to you which you can sign in seconds on your computer or smartphone.

While our agreements are not open you can absolutely payout early anytime. The cost would equal the balance of the remaining payments. No additional fees or penalties apply.

We try our best to deliver a solution to all credit types. Our lending model includes options for A, B and C credits (higher interest rates apply to deemed higher risk applicants). We can’t guarantee an approval for everyone, but we’ll certainly do our best! In the event of a declined application, we can always retry with money down and/or a co-applicant.

Absolutely!

Yes, insurance is required. You can provide confirmation of your own insurance OR ask our finance team about “in-house financing options” for your new trailer.

The amount of money that you make monthly vs. the amount of regular monthly payments you have for debt. This includes all credit cards or line of credits that may not be being used at the time. They calculate these as if they were being used to the maximum.