Big Tex Trailers report card

Utility · Dump · Equipment · Car hauler · Gooseneck and flatbed

Specs as published by the maker

CategoriesUtilityDumpEquipmentCar haulerGooseneck and flatbed
Parent companyAmerican Trailer World (ATW)
Founded1982
HeadquartersMount Pleasant, TX source
PlantsNot yet verified
How it sellsSold through dealers
Frame materialSteel on all 33 models read
Models tracked here34
AxlesNot yet verified
Warranty3 year main frame structure, 1 year materials and workmanship, 90 days paint; axles covered by axle maker source
WebsiteOfficial site

Taken from each maker's own published pages and checked October 26, 2026. Makers can change them at any time. Report an error

Warranty by part

  • Structural or frame 3 years.
  • Workmanship and materials (general) 1 year.
  • Paint 90 days.
  • Lumber 90 days.
  • Rental use 90 days.
  • Tires, axles, brakes, springs, suspension: covered by the maker of that part.

Original retail purchaser; normal use in the US and Canada.

As the maker publishes it. The Warranty grade uses the structure or frame term for the maker's main model line only. source

Build facts (not graded)

Frame type and materialPublished for 33 of 34 model lines read
Axle brandPublished for 0 of 34 model lines read
Axle or suspension warranty stated by the makerPublished for 0 of 34 model lines read
Brake type and axles brakedPublished for 21 of 34 model lines read
Wiring and lightsPublished for 34 of 34 model lines read
Deck or floor material and thicknessPublished for 24 of 34 model lines read
Show the 34 model lines we read
Model lineFrame type and materialAxle brandAxle or suspension warranty stated by the makerBrake type and axles brakedWiring and lightsDeck or floor material and thickness
10chchannel steel (implied by channel), size 5/16”not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked not listed (partly listed)wiring described, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
10dmchannel steel (implied by channel), size 5”not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked not listed (partly listed)wiring described, LED lights1/8” diamond plate floor
60ecnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked not listed (partly listed)wiring described, LED lights3/16” Angle Floor Treated
70chchannel steel (implied by channel), size 4”not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked not listed (partly listed)wiring described, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
70dmtubing steelnot listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked not listed (partly listed)wiring described, LED lights1/8” diamond plate floor
10lxchannel steel, size 6"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked not listed (partly listed)sealed or protected wiring, LED lights10 Gauge
14gti beam steel, size 8"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lights10 Gauge
14gxi beam steel, size 8"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lights10 Gauge
14lpi beam steel, size 3"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lights10 Gauge
14lxchannel steel, size 6"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked not listed (partly listed)sealed or protected wiring, LED lights10 Gauge
14rbi beam steel, size 3"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lights10 Gauge
14rdi beam steel, size 8"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lights10 Gauge
14tdi beam steel, size 3"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lights7 Gauge
14xdi beam steel, size 8"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked not listed (partly listed)sealed or protected wiring, LED lights7 Gauge
16gxi beam steel, size 8"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lights7 Gauge
16lpi beam steel, size 3"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lights7 Gauge
16rbi beam steel, size 3"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lights10 Gauge
16rdi beam steel, size 8"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lights10 Gauge
16tdi beam steel, size 3"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lights7 Gauge
20gxi beam steel, size 10"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lights7 Gauge
20lpi beam steel, size 10"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lights7 Gauge
25dui beam steel, size 12"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lights7 Gauge
70srchannel steel, size 5"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked not listed (partly listed)sealed or protected wiring16 Gauge
90srtubing steel, size 6"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked not listed (partly listed)sealed or protected wiring, LED lights12 Gauge
14ebchannel steel (implied by channel), size 6"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked not listed (partly listed)sealed or protected wiring, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
14ehi beam steel (implied by i beam), size 8"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked not listed (partly listed)sealed or protected wiring, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
14ftchannel steel (implied by channel), size 6”not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
14oachannel steel (implied by channel), size 8"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
14oechannel steel (implied by channel), size 6"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lights2” Channel Floor Treated
14oti beam steel (implied by i beam), size 8"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
14tii beam steel (implied by i beam), size 8"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedwiring described, LED lights8" I Beam Floor Treated
14tlchannel steel (implied by channel), size 6"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
16ehi beam steel (implied by i beam), size 8"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked not listed (partly listed)sealed or protected wiring, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed
16oachannel steel (implied by channel), size 8"not listed on the model pages we readnot listed on the model pages we readelectric, axles braked listedsealed or protected wiring, LED lightsdeck or floor mentioned, thickness not listed

Plain facts from the maker's model pages we read. They never change a grade. Not listed on the model pages we read does not mean the trailer lacks the feature, because many makers show specs in images, brochures, or dealer sheets.

Typical prices by type

TypeTypical newTypical used
Utility$2,550 to $4,950
median $3,800
345 listings, updated October 2026
$1,550 to $3,500
median $2,700
18 listings, updated October 2026
Under 10,000 GVWR$2,550 to $4,450
median $3,750
271 listings, updated October 2026
$1,900 to $3,400
median $3,200
8 listings, updated October 2026
12,000 to 14,000 GVWR$6,600 to $7,400
median $7,050
18 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
Dump$8,500 to $14,500
median $11,400
321 listings, updated October 2026
$5,800 to $10,100
median $7,600
9 listings, updated October 2026
Under 10,000 GVWR$6,200 to $8,200
median $6,450
6 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
10,000 GVWR$7,950 to $9,450
median $8,900
19 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
12,000 to 14,000 GVWR$9,100 to $12,100
median $10,600
91 listings, updated October 2026
$5,400 to $9,050
median $7,500
5 listings, updated October 2026
14,900 to 16,000 GVWR$10,900 to $12,950
median $11,800
78 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
17,500 to 19,999 GVWR$12,350 to $15,750
median $14,500
18 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
20,000 GVWR and up$13,800 to $25,700
median $19,400
14 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
Equipment$6,600 to $12,500
median $9,050
197 listings, updated October 2026
$4,100 to $13,050
median $8,600
8 listings, updated October 2026
Under 10,000 GVWR$4,850 to $6,450
median $5,300
7 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
12,000 to 14,000 GVWR$6,500 to $12,450
median $8,250
63 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
Tilt deck$8,200 to $12,650
median $9,100
34 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
Ramps or dovetail$6,250 to $7,450
median $6,600
29 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
14,900 to 16,000 GVWR$8,150 to $9,950
median $8,850
47 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
Tilt deck$9,300 to $10,000
median $9,900
17 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
Ramps or dovetail$8,050 to $9,000
median $8,550
30 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
17,500 to 19,999 GVWR$10,950 to $13,150
median $11,700
21 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
Tilt deck$10,800 to $14,950
median $11,550
13 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
Ramps or dovetail$11,350 to $12,300
median $11,750
8 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
20,000 GVWR and up$10,550 to $17,600
median $10,850
9 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
Car hauler$3,550 to $6,550
median $4,600
85 listings, updated October 2026
$3,800 to $10,000
median $7,050
6 listings, updated October 2026
Under 10,000 GVWR$3,400 to $4,750
median $4,050
33 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
10,000 GVWR$5,600 to $6,500
median $5,850
17 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
12,000 to 14,000 GVWRNot enough listings yetNot enough listings yet
Gooseneck and flatbed$10,600 to $22,400
median $16,400
181 listings, updated October 2026
$6,450 to $16,250
median $10,400
18 listings, updated October 2026
12,000 to 14,000 GVWRNot enough listings yetNot enough listings yet
14,900 to 16,000 GVWR$9,200 to $14,850
median $12,800
59 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
17,500 to 19,999 GVWR$15,150 to $17,800
median $16,500
16 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
20,000 GVWR and up$16,700 to $23,050
median $20,050
67 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
Cargo and enclosed$4,300 to $11,150
median $6,700
16 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet
Under 10,000 GVWR$4,400 to $7,750
median $6,650
8 listings, updated October 2026
Not enough listings yet

Typical prices come from thousands of public dealer and classified listings across the US, refreshed monthly. Each range is the middle 80 percent of advertised prices for that exact brand, trailer type, and condition, split by GVWR class and, for equipment and car haulers, tilt deck or ramps. Types and weight classes are never blended. Ranges show only when at least 5 listings from at least two different sellers match.

Recall history

10 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA naming Big Tex trailers, received 2007 to 2025. 5 were received in the last five years.

Most recent recalls

February 28, 2025, NHTSA campaign 25V136000

Maker named by NHTSA

Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc.

Summary as filed with NHTSA by the maker

Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc. (Big Tex Trailer) is recalling certain 14RB, 14RD, 16RB, and 16RD trailers. The winch mounting hardware may be undersized and allow the winch to detach from the winch mount.

Remedy as filed

Dealers will inspect and repair the winch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2025. Owners may contact Big Tex Trailer customer service at 1-800-594-5637.

NHTSA lists about 48 potentially affected units for this campaign.
March 29, 2024, NHTSA campaign 24V243000

Maker named by NHTSA

Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc.

Summary as filed with NHTSA by the maker

Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc. (Big Tex Trailer) is recalling certain 2024 25GN, 25PH, 3XGN, and 3XPH trailers. The oil seals may have been improperly installed, which can cause oil to leak onto the brake system.

Remedy as filed

Dealers will inspect and replace the hub seals as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 24, 2024. Owners may contact Big Tex Trailer customer service at 1-800-594-5637.

NHTSA lists about 112 potentially affected units for this campaign.
November 21, 2023, NHTSA campaign 23V784000

Maker named by NHTSA

Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc.

Summary as filed with NHTSA by the maker

Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc. (Big Tex Trailer) is recalling certain 2024 trailers with defective Goodride ST 200 tires. Please see the recall report for a complete list of trailer models. The sidewall of the tires may experience bubbling and separate, causing a loss of tire pressure. As such, these trailers fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 119, "New Pneumatic Tires-Other Than Passenger Cars."

Remedy as filed

Dealers will inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2024. Owners may contact Big Tex Trailer customer service at 1-800-594-5637.

NHTSA lists about 5,746 potentially affected units for this campaign.
July 11, 2022, NHTSA campaign 22V498000

Maker named by NHTSA

Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc.

Summary as filed with NHTSA by the maker

Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc. (Big Tex Trailer) is recalling certain 2003-2022 16GN trailers. The spare tire mount allows the spare tire to vibrate, which can cause the joint between the spare tire mount and the trailer to fatigue and eventually fail.

Remedy as filed

Dealers will relocate and reinforce the spare tire mount, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 9, 2022. Owners may contact Big Tex Trailer's customer service at 1-800-594-5637.

NHTSA lists about 1,724 potentially affected units for this campaign.
April 8, 2022, NHTSA campaign 22V229000

Maker named by NHTSA

Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc.

Summary as filed with NHTSA by the maker

Big Tex Trailer Manufacturing, Inc. (Big Tex Trailer) is recalling certain 2022 50SR and 70SR trailers. The coupler was improperly welded, which may cause the trailer to separate from the tow vehicle.

Remedy as filed

Dealers will inspect and replace the coupler as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 1, 2022. Owners may contact Big Tex Trailer's customer service at 1-800-594-5637.

NHTSA lists about 690 potentially affected units for this campaign.

Showing the 5 most recent of 10 campaigns. See every campaign on NHTSA by searching the campaign number or the maker name.

Source: NHTSA recall data. Quoted text is the maker's own filing, shown as NHTSA publishes it. A recall is a safety campaign filed by a maker and is not a finding that anyone did something wrong. Campaigns that name more than one brand count for each brand named.

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