Our trailer is a 2026 PJ Trailers DT1 14-foot telescopic dump trailer — a tandem-axle workhorse rated for serious hauling.
Dimensions
Length: 14 feet
Width (outside): about 7 feet (83 inches)
Bed inside width: 4 feet (48 inches)
Side height: 4 feet
Dump angle: 45° at full extension
Capacity
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): 15,400 lbs
Empty weight: about 4,000 lbs
Payload capacity: about 11,200 lbs (~5.5 tons)
Volume capacity: about 14 cubic yards
For dense loads (gravel, dirt, concrete), you'll hit the weight limit at about 3-4 cubic yards. For lighter loads (mulch, brush, debris), you'll fill the bed before you hit the weight limit. The loading guide has material-by-material weights.
Standard features
5-stage front-mount telescopic hydraulic cylinder — fast 45° dump for aggregates
2-way rear gate system — barn doors and a spreader gate (lets material flow out a controlled gap while you drive, useful for spreading mulch or gravel)
6'6" slide-in channel ramps — stored under the bed; for loading equipment (mowers, ATVs, small machinery)
Heavy-duty locking front toolbox — for tools, the coupler lock during transit, and any equipment included with the rental
Protective tarp shroud with included tarp — for securing loose loads
(4) interior D-rings for tie-downs
Top rail stake pockets for additional securement options
Rear support stands for stability during loading/unloading
Tow vehicle requirements
To tow this trailer safely and legally, your vehicle needs:
Hitch ball: 2-5/16" diameter, rated 15,000+ lbs
Receiver: rated for the trailer's loaded weight (look for a Class IV or Class V receiver)
Electrical connector: 7-pin round
Brake controller: required (the trailer has electric brakes on both axles)
Manufacturer tow rating: at least 15,000 lbs for full payloads; lighter ratings OK for partial loads, but verify against your specific tow capacity
Typical vehicle: half-ton pickup is workable for lighter loads; 3/4-ton or 1-ton recommended for full payloads
For the detailed equipment requirements and how to verify each, see hitch, connector, and brake controller requirements.
Axles, tires, and brakes
Axles: tandem 7,000 lb each (14,000 lb combined)
Brakes: electric, on all 4 wheels, self-adjusting
Tires: Transeagle ST 235/80R16 16-ply Load Range H (upgraded from the standard 10-ply for additional load margin)
Wheels: 8-bolt heavy-duty (upgraded from the standard 6-bolt)
The tires and wheels are upgraded from PJ's standard build to give about 25% safety margin over the trailer's GVWR — significant headroom on heavy loads.
Security
Every trailer is equipped with:
GPS tracking (LTE-M, motion-activated, geofence-capable) — for security, recovery, and monitoring compliance with the geographic restrictions in the Rental Agreement
Hardened coupler lock (Proven Industries 2517-D1) — primary theft deterrent
Smart keybox with time-boxed PIN codes generated for each renter
These aren't optional or removable. The coupler lock is required to stay engaged when the trailer is parked or unattended.