Multitrailer universal flatbed trailers

Multitrailer flatbed trailers – a wide range of applications

A flatbed trailer is one of the most versatile types of car trailer. The large, flat loading area allows for the transport of both vehicles and standard goods. This means there is no need to purchase a separate car transporter and a second trailer for materials, equipment or palletised loads.

The Multitrailer range has been designed for users seeking a versatile transport solution. The trailer can be used by construction firms, garages, breakdown services, equipment hire companies, farms, service providers and private users.

Depending on the model and equipment selected, the platform can be used to transport:

• passenger cars,
• sports cars and classic cars,
• quads, motorbikes and UTVs,
• mini-excavators and small construction machinery,
• lawnmowers and garden machinery,
• industrial equipment,
• building materials,
• steel and timber structures,
• crates and palletised loads,
• long and non-standard items.

A trailer-car transporter, or a 2-in-1 trailer

The term ‘trailer-car transporter’ is used to describe a design that can function both as a car transporter for transporting vehicles and as a flatbed trailer for transporting goods. The Multitrailer provides a large, fully utilised loading area, meaning its use is not limited solely to cars.

When transporting a vehicle, ramps and a towing winch are used. Once the car has been transported, the same car transporter can be used to load materials, machinery, equipment or pallets.

This solution is particularly beneficial for companies carrying out various types of jobs. One day the trailer may be transporting a car, and the next a construction machine, goods or equipment needed on site.

Platform car transporter

The Multitrailer flatbed trailer can be used to transport passenger cars, damaged vehicles, classic cars, sports cars and concept cars. Vehicles are driven onto the loading area via aluminium ramps, which can be stowed under the trailer floor once loading is complete.

A towing winch facilitates the loading of a non-roadworthy car or a vehicle that cannot safely drive onto the platform. Wheel chocks and lashing points help to position the vehicle correctly and secure it with transport straps.

Before loading, always check:

• the weight of the vehicle being transported,
• the load capacity of the specific trailer model,
• the permissible gross combination weight,
• the maximum trailer weight specified for the towing vehicle,
• the correct positioning of the vehicle on the platform,
• the required drawbar load.

Choosing the right trailer and securing the vehicle correctly are crucial for transport safety.

Flatbed trailer for transporting machinery

The Multitrailer can also be used as a flatbed trailer for transporting machinery. The flat surface allows for the transport of small construction machinery, gardening equipment, trolleys, compactors, mowers and other equipment that moves on wheels or tracks.

The long ramps make it easier to drive the equipment onto the platform. However, in the case of machinery with low ground clearance, the approach angle, wheel or track spacing, and the permissible point load on the floor must be checked each time.

The machine being transported must be secured with suitable straps or transport chains. Attachments such as buckets, forks or additional working components should also be secured.

Flatbed trailer with side panels

Fitting the trailer with side panels increases its range of applications. A trailer with side panels can be used to transport materials, tools, equipment, crates and other loads that require the transport space to be confined.

Sideboards that can be opened or removed facilitate loading from various sides. Once removed, the trailer once again becomes a flat platform onto which a car or machine can be driven.

A flatbed trailer with side panels can be used, amongst other things, to transport:

• building and renovation materials,
• fencing components,
• scaffolding and structures,
• workshop equipment,
• technical equipment,
• pallets and crates,
• company equipment.

Depending on requirements, it is also possible to use a frame and tarpaulin to provide additional protection for the cargo against rain and dirt.

Transport platform for pallets and large loads

Its large width and flat floor mean that the Multitrailer can serve as a transport platform. Access to the load area from the sides facilitates the loading of pallets using a forklift, particularly once the optional side panels have been opened or removed.

The trailer can be used to transport loads which, due to their dimensions, do not fit into a standard box trailer. This includes, amongst other things, long sections, panels, structures, equipment and production machinery.

Each load should be evenly distributed and secured to prevent it from shifting. Do not exceed the trailer’s load capacity, the maximum axle load or the permissible vertical load on the coupling.

A multi-purpose trailer for businesses

The Multitrailer multi-purpose trailer helps to reduce the number of transport vehicles required by a business. Instead of maintaining a separate car transporter and goods trailer, you can use a single model equipped appropriately for the tasks at hand.

This solution is particularly suitable for, amongst others:

• construction and renovation firms,
• car repair workshops,
• roadside assistance companies,
• machine hire companies,
• installation firms,
• gardening firms,
• farms,
• event companies,
• manufacturing plants,
• transport companies.

The versatile design allows you to quickly repurpose the trailer and adapt it to the current job.

Various dimensions and gross vehicle weight (GVW) variants

When choosing a trailer, you should take into account the length and width of the loading area, the unladen weight, the payload and the gross vehicle weight. A smaller model may be sufficient for transporting passenger cars and lighter equipment. A longer platform provides more space for large vehicles, machinery or non-standard loads.

Multitrailer’s range includes models of various lengths and gross vehicle weights. This allows you to match the trailer both to the specifications of the towing vehicle and to the weight of the vehicles and goods most frequently transported.

It is advisable to allow for a suitable load capacity margin. The load weight must include additional equipment, side panels, a spare wheel, straps, crates and all items carried on the platform.

Multitrailer trailer equipment

Depending on the model and chosen configuration, the trailers can be fitted with features to facilitate the transport of vehicles and goods:

• aluminium ramps that retract under the floor,
• a manual winch,
• a floor made of waterproof plywood,
• a floor made of aluminium panels,
• side panels that can be opened or removed,
• a track stabiliser,
• support wheel,
• wheel chocks,
• load securing points,
• stabilising supports,
• spare wheel,
• frame and tarpaulin.

The configuration should be chosen to suit the tasks most frequently carried out. A car transporter used regularly to transport cars requires different equipment to a flatbed trailer used to transport pallets and materials.

Robust construction and anti-corrosion protection

A trailer used for professional purposes must be designed to withstand frequent loading, driving with heavy loads and operation in various weather conditions. The structure of Multitrailer models is made from high-strength steel and protected against corrosion by hot-dip galvanising.

Proper maintenance and regular checks of the braking system, axles, coupling, tyres and fastenings ensure the trailer remains in good working order throughout many years of use.

Selected models may be covered by a 5-year warranty subject to the manufacturer’s terms and conditions, including the requirement to carry out the necessary inspections.

How to choose a car transporter trailer?

Before making a choice, you should determine what will be transported most frequently. For cars, the platform length, ramp angle, tow bar and the positioning of the lashing points will be important. When transporting machinery, you need to take into account its width, weight, wheelbase or track width, and floor load.

If the trailer is also to be used for transporting goods, it is worth considering side panels, a tarpaulin and additional handles. For users transporting long loads, the appropriate length of the loading area and the ability to quickly remove the side panels will be important.

A well-chosen multi-purpose trailer can replace several more specialised models and be used all year round.

Wiola Multitrailer – a car transporter and flatbed in one trailer

The Multitrailer is designed for customers who need a trailer that isn’t limited to a single use. It can function as a car transporter, a flatbed trailer, a sideboard trailer and a platform for transporting machinery and goods.

Take a look at the available models, compare their dimensions, gross vehicle weight (GVW) and specifications, then choose the variant best suited to your towing vehicle and the type of transport you carry out.

FAQ – Multitrailer flatbed trailers

What can be transported on a Multitrailer trailer?

The trailer can be used to transport cars, motorbikes, quads, machinery, equipment, materials, structures and palletised loads.

How does a trailer-tow truck differ from a standard tow truck?

A standard car transporter is designed primarily for transporting vehicles. A trailer-type car transporter has a full loading area, which means it can also carry goods, pallets, machinery and other loads.

Can a Multitrailer be fitted with side panels?

Depending on the model, the trailer can be fitted with side panels that can be opened or removed. Once these are removed, the trailer can once again function as a flatbed trailer.

Are the ramps carried on the platform?

On selected models, the aluminium ramps are stowed in a special compartment under the floor, so they do not take up any transport space.

Is the flatbed trailer suitable for transporting a mini-excavator?

It can be used to transport certain machines, provided their weight, dimensions, track width and ground pressure fall within the specifications of the particular model.

What GVW should I choose?

The GVW should be selected based on the weight of the vehicles or goods being transported, the trailer’s load capacity, the specifications of the towing vehicle, and the holder’s driving licence category.