Tree care professionals move equipment from one job site to the next every day. Stump grinders are essential to the work, but loading and unloading them adds time and effort to an already busy day.
The right stump grinder trailer makes a noticeable difference. Air-tow Trailers use ground-level loading, so you can load and transport your stump grinder in fewer steps. That means less time handling equipment and more time on the job.
Why Your Stump Grinder Trailer Matters
Hauling heavy equipment shouldn’t be harder than the work itself. Traditional trailers usually need ramps that you position, secure and remove every time you load. Depending on your equipment and setup, that adds extra steps at every stop.
If you transport a stump grinder between several job sites a day, an efficient loading setup simplifies your whole operation. A ground-level loading trailer gets rid of tilt beds and ramps and makes it easier to get equipment on and off.
Benefits of a Ground-Level Loading Trailer for Stump Grinders
Air-tow Trailers have a deck that lowers completely flat to the ground, so you drive your stump grinder straight on. Here’s what that means for your workday:
- No Ramps to Manage
You don’t have to position, secure and stow heavy ramps at every stop. With fewer pieces to handle, there’s less to wear out, lose, or trip over. - Faster Loading at Every Job Site
Fewer steps mean less prep time each time you load and unload. Across several jobs a day, that saved time adds up and keeps your schedule on track. - Easier, More Controlled Loading
A level deck means no steep ramp angle and no raised deck to climb. You drive on and off at ground level, which is easier on your equipment.
The First Air-tow Trailer Was Built for Stump Grinders
Stump grinders aren’t just one more use for Air-tow Trailers. They’re where the company started.
More than 20 years ago, the first Air-tow trailer was designed to make loading stump grinders easier. That solution to a common tree care problem has grown into a full lineup of trailers for many kinds of equipment and industries.
Today, Air-tow is still focused on making equipment loading safer, easier and more efficient.
How to Choose the Right Trailer for Your Stump Grinder
Every operation hauls differently. The right trailer for your stump grinder depends on:
- Equipment dimensions: the length and width of your grinder
- Weight: the total load, including any attachments
- How you haul: distance, how often you load, and your tow vehicle
Air-tow offers 33 models in eight product categories, so there are options for many kinds of equipment and uses. Not sure which model fits your stump grinder? The Air-tow team can help you compare options and find the right trailer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the easiest way to load a stump grinder?
A ground-level loading trailer is one of the easiest ways. The deck lowers flat to the ground, so you drive the stump grinder straight on without setting up ramps.
Do I need ramps to load a stump grinder onto a trailer?
Not with an Air-tow trailer. The deck lowers to the ground, so you don’t need separate ramps.
What size trailer do I need for a stump grinder?
It depends on your grinder’s dimensions and weight. Contact Air-tow at 419-558-0652 to find a model that fits your equipment.
Make Your Next Load Easier With Air-tow
Your time is better spent on the job than wrestling with loading ramps. With more than 20 years of experience building ground-level loading trailers, Air-tow helps tree care professionals haul equipment with less effort.
Ready to make hauling your stump grinder easier?
Find a dealer or call our team at 419-558-0652 to find the right trailer for your operation.