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Used and new lowboy trailers for sale
Used and new lowboy trailers for sale
Buy used and new lowboy trailers from top brands: DOLL, Faymonville, Nooteboom, Goldhofer, Broshuis. Low-beds, extendable, modular and machine carriers. From 2 to 6 axles, with capacities from 25 to 150 tonnes. Hydraulic and air suspension. Official DOLL distributors. Over 35 years specialising in special transport. Shipping across Spain and Europe from Lleida.
Used and new lowboy trailers
A lowboy (or low-bed) trailer is a platform semi-trailer with a lowered deck designed for transporting heavy machinery, industrial vehicles and indivisible oversized loads. The reduced loading height (800-900 mm from ground) allows transport of machinery that would exceed the 4-metre maximum height on a conventional semi-trailer.
Specialist manufacturers
- DOLL (Germany): Leading manufacturer of lowboys up to 250 tonnes. The Panther (2-4 axles) and Vario (modular) series stand out for engineering with Domex/Strenx high-strength steel that minimises kerb weight. Coatrucks is the official DOLL distributor in Spain.
- Faymonville (Belgium): Benchmark in exceptional transport. The MultiMAX range offers extendable 2-5 axle lowboys with independent hydraulic steering per axle. Specialists in bespoke configurations.
- Nooteboom (Netherlands): Over 140 years of history. The OSDS (3-4 axles) and MCO (multi-axle) series are industry standards. Pendular suspension technology for uneven terrain and self-steering systems.
- Goldhofer (Germany): Leader in heavy transport over 100 tonnes. Combinable STZ-L modules for unlimited configurations. PST self-propelled systems for ultra-special loads.
Lowboy types
- Fixed low-bed: 2-4 axles, 25-50 tonne payload. For excavators, backhoe loaders, wheel loaders. Hydraulic or mechanical rear ramps for self-loading.
- Extendable: Telescopic neck or extendable centre section. For long loads: steel beams, precast concrete, wind turbine blades, steel structures. Up to 25 metres usable length.
- Modular: Axle units combined into bespoke configurations. For special transport over 100 tonnes. Distribute weight across more axles to comply with per-axle weight limits in each country.
Permits and regulations
Transport of loads exceeding standard dimensions or weights requires a special transport permit issued by the competent traffic authority. In Spain this is managed by the DGT. Requirements include: pilot vehicle, special signage, restricted hours (generally overnight on motorways) and specific liability insurance.
Used lowboy trailers
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Used and new DOLL, Faymonville, Nooteboom lowboys. Official DOLL distributors.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a used low-loader cost?
It depends mainly on the number of axles, whether it is extendable, the ramps (hydraulic or mechanical), the gooseneck, the brand (Doll, Nooteboom, Faymonville, Goldhofer) and the year. Coatrucks publishes ex-VAT prices with full specs.Doll, Faymonville, Goldhofer, Nooteboom: which brand to choose?
Doll (Germany) leader in modular extendable platforms and semi-low-loaders for construction. Faymonville (Belgium) reference in car-carriers and multi-axles for oversized loads. Goldhofer (Germany) specialist in heavy tonnage transport (>100t) with hydraulic modules. Nooteboom (Netherlands) excellent price-performance in mid-high range. All four have service networks in Spain with parts available.Extendable vs non-extendable low-loader: which to choose?
Extendable (up to 21-30m via telescoping or modules) for wind blades, beams, long cranes, precast concrete. Non-extendable for compact heavy machinery (30-50t excavators, dumpers, large wheels). Extendable is 30-50% more expensive but enables impossible jobs with fixed low-loader. For general construction transport: non-extendable. For special transport: extendable.How many axles do I need: 2, 3, 4 or 5?
2 axles: loads up to 28-32t (small excavator, loaders, mini-loaders). 3 axles: 35-45t loads, best-seller for mid-construction machinery (25-40t excavators, dumpers). 4 axles: 50-65t loads (tower cranes, large generators). 5+ axles and hydraulic modules: loads >70t and special transport (wind turbines, transformers, giant precast). More axles = better distribution but more kerb and permits.Machine carrier for excavators, cranes or wind blades: which setup?
20-40t excavators: 3-axle low-loader with hydraulic or piano ramps. Disassembled tower cranes: 3-4 axle extendable with long ramps. Wind blades (40-80m): special extendables blade-extender or dolly tow. Generators and transformers: Goldhofer/Faymonville hydraulic modules with interchangeable gooseneck. Each application has dedicated low-loader — ask us for info.What permits do I need for special transport?
In Spain, any transport exceeding 16.5m length, 2.55m width, 4m height or 40t weight requires special permit. Occasional permit (single trip) or generic (multiple trips/year). Loads >3m width require pilot car, >3.5m + Civil Guard. AETC permits for international oversize. Coatrucks advises on paperwork and knows carriers with homologated fleet for delivery with permits included.Low-bed vs standard lowboy: difference?
Low-bed (semi-low-loader): loading height 80-95cm from ground, for machinery fitting standard 4m height gauge. Standard low-loader: height 50-65cm, for tall machinery or 4.5m+ gauge that doesn't fit in low-bed. Lowboy/step-deck: intermediate stepped configuration. Choice depends on transported good's height and tunnels/bridges en route. Coatrucks stocks both setups.Hydraulic systems: ramps, gooseneck, steering axle, what are they?
Hydraulic ramps: motorized for loading machinery without separate plank. Hydraulic gooseneck: detachable front articulation so machine drives onto deck from front. Steering/electronic axles: auto-pivot when turning (Faymonville Combi-MAX, Goldhofer THP) for tight radii. Hydraulic suspension: individual axle height adjustment. More systems = more capability but more maintenance.Maintenance: Doll/SAF axles, suspension, brakes?
Doll, BPW or SAF axles: bearing service every 200,000 km, oil change every 500,000 km. Hydraulic suspension: annual pressure/leak check. Disc/drum brakes with ABS/EBS: pads by usage, discs every 4-6 years. Hydraulic systems: annual oil change + filters. Ramps: joint lubrication every 3 months. Coatrucks fully inspects the hydraulic system before delivery.How often does a low-loader need MOT?
In Spain, MOT (ITV) is annual on low-loaders/trailers from year one. They inspect chassis, axles, brakes on bench, suspension, lights, tyres, hydraulic ramps, lifting systems and king pin plate. For low-loaders with special equipment (hydraulic gooseneck, steering axles) they check the systems. Coatrucks delivers with passed MOT and current documentation.Do you deliver low-loaders anywhere in Spain and Europe?
Yes. Delivery across Spain from Lleida with dedicated tractor: Madrid (4h), Valencia (3h), Seville (8h), Barcelona (2h), Bilbao (5h), Málaga (9h). For Europe: France 24-48h, Portugal 24h, Italy 2-3 days, Germany 3-4 days. Low-loaders travel with our tractor or convoy. Request exact quote with any inquiry.Is there warranty and financing on used low-loaders?
Warranty, no. Coatrucks only sells to professionals (companies and self-employed operators), and a sale between professionals carries no warranty: the vehicle is delivered as it stands. That is why you can come to Lleida to see and test it before buying, ask us for photos or videos of any detail and review the paperwork and history we have. Coatrucks offers full pre-delivery inspection as standard. Financing: BBVA Autorenting, Santander Consumer, BNP Paribas Leasing — 36-60 months, 20-30% deposit (low-loaders require higher deposit). Also operating leasing. Request simulation.