What is the best size of car hauler trailer?
A 16-foot trailer is an excellent compromise between accommodating most cars, and not being unwieldy to tow. Flatbed trailers are most commonly 16-20 feet long, and enclosed trailers are most apt to fall in the range of 20-24 feet. More important than length is the total load capacity.
Can I tow my own trailer with Penske?
Can I tow my own trailer behind a Penske truck? No. For liability reasons and your safety, we do not allow customers to tow any non-Penske owned equipment behind our trucks.
How much weight can a Penske car trailer hold?
** Car carrier load capacity is dependent on the Penske truck rented. Vehicle weight may not exceed 4,055 lbs. on 16 ft. trucks, or 5,000 lbs.
How much does a 20ft car hauler weight?
A large travel trailer – anything around 20 feet or longer – has an average weight of about 6,700 pounds.
Is Penske or U-Haul cheaper?
When it comes to the overall cost of moving, you will typically find that Penske is slightly more expensive than U-Haul. This is because the company maintains a higher quality of trucks. Penske also tends to add its unlimited mileage option to its quotes.
How do you put a car on a Penske trailer?
4:3912:30Car Carrier Towing Instructions - Penske Truck Rental - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipPosition bring the straps on the outside of the car carrier repeat. This process on the other sideMorePosition bring the straps on the outside of the car carrier repeat. This process on the other side pull the ramps out of the car carrier by pushing down on the latch.
Can I use a tow dolly for long distance?
Using a tow dolly for a long distance is not a good option. It will put your car through a lot of wear and tear, especially the vehicle's rear wheels. Towing an elevated vehicle long distances may also undermine the structural integrity of your car.
Can I use a tow dolly on a AWD car?
The car will be lifted and the dollies will be placed underneath a set of wheels. The other set of wheels will be attached to the wrecker. With these in use, all the wheels of the AWD are still kept off the ground. Either of the methods works and will not damage your AWD's drivetrain, driveshaft, or transmission.
What kind of gas do Penske trucks use?
Diesel GasolineThe Penske Fuel Savings Estimator has been designed to visually show you your potential savings....Need a Truck?Truck Size22'/26' TruckFuel TypeDieselGasolineMPG Average86Average Cost per Gallon$5.65$4.86Cost per Mile$0.71$0.815 more rows
Do car Haulers make good money?
The Auto Haulers Association of America's Bill Schroeder says a driver with good experience and skills who has a contract to haul new cars for a car maker likely will make between $75,000 and $110,000 a year.
How wide is a 20 foot car hauler?
13,000 GVWR / Heavy Duty 20 ft. Wood Floor Car Trailer – STANDARDDeck Length20 ft. (18 flat + 2 ft. dovetail)Deck Height24 in. ( 22 in. loaded)Deck Width81 in. between fendersFendersHeavy duty diamond plate fenders with backsBrakesAll wheel electric brakes7 more rows
How much weight can a 3500 axle carry?
Expert Reply: It is highly likely that you can carry 5,000 pounds on two 3,500 pound axles. The carrying capacity of two 3,500 pound axles is 7,000 pounds. The axles support not only the cargo's weight but also the weight of the trailer's frame and body.
Take Your Car With You
When you rent a tow dolly or car carrier from us, you'll get your vehicle to your new destination safely. Just follow the instructions below.
Tow Dolly or Car Carrier?
Penske Truck Rental offers two devices for towing your vehicle, a tow dolly and a car carrier. Use the table below to select the right device based on your towed vehicle.