How to choose the best ATV trailer for you

How to choose the right trailer for your ATV? What are some things to know when making a purchasing decision? What kind of trailer does your neighbor Seppo have?

An ATV, snowmobile, small tractor or other work machine is already a big investment in itself, and time and energy have been spent choosing it. When the need for a trailer and accessories arises, you don't want to make a hasty decision. This is completely understandable, and that's why we want to help you make the right choice the first time! Believe me, we have heard all the questions and have been helping our customers choose the right ATV trailer for decades. We have compiled the most important things to consider when making a purchase decision.

First, figure out what kind of environment and purpose you need the trailer for.

The most important thing to start with is to decide what you are going to do with your cart and where. For example, have you previously used a wheelbarrow to carry firewood to the sauna, but in the future you want to bring more and more firewood to your destination and maybe even to your neighbors?

It is also important to consider the environment, i.e. the season and terrain where you need the cart. If you need a cart for longer distances or more challenging terrain, then you should definitely choose a two-axle trailer, such as the Yleislavakärry . In a small yard and for light use, it is more advisable to take a single-axle cart. A single-axle cart, such as the Mökkikärry Lite , is agile in a small yard and is kinder to, for example, well-kept lawns.

Also consider whether you need a cart in more than one place.

Do you only need a cart in one place or perhaps at home and at the cottage? In this case, it is worth paying special attention to how efficiently the logistics of both the towing game and the cart itself are handled. This is something that is also worth considering when choosing the towing game itself. It is much easier to move an ATV to another place, for example, with a car trailer, than an agricultural tractor, for example.

The same topic also applies to storing both the ATV and the trailer. It is much easier to find a storage solution for a small trailer, while for a larger one. So think this through. If you ask us, it is nice to admire the beauty of Finnish craftsmanship in Ultratec trailers everywhere, but according to experience, this can be a bit of a stretch.

What kind of features should you choose for your cart?

Feature lists vary and more is always more. However, it is always worth considering features in relation to how many hours of use you expect the trailer to get. Do you need all the features that promote comfort if you only get a few hours of use per year?

Gas suspension makes it easier to control the movement of the trailer, which increases safety and comfort. You need a tipper when your goal is to move soil. The hydraulics on the rear end take things a step further and provide significant additional assistance when tipping larger loads. The detachable front and rear ends, in turn, provide more possibilities for transporting items of different sizes.

However, safety is something that should never be compromised. Motorized tools and carts especially attract children and young people to join in yard work, and sometimes dangerous situations can occur during a pleasant activity. Adults are responsible for ensuring safe use, but the characteristics of the equipment can also affect safety. Our operating methods at Ultratec include designing and testing all products with safety and special situations in mind.

An ATV trailer is a long-term investment and its intended use may change.

An ATV trailer is a long-term investment and the intended use may change over time. In this case, it is a good idea to check at the purchase stage what kind of accessory options are available for the trailer. Are there any accessories? If so, where can you get them and how easily?

At Ultratec, we have solved this problem by ensuring that all our products always fit together thanks to their modularity. For example, by purchasing a Universal Platform Cart, you can easily harness it to become the king of forestry work with Logging Equipment if necessary . You can't go wrong with Ultratec carts, as the versatile range of accessories means you can always modify your cart to suit your purposes.

Check these things before you make a purchase decision

Oops, there's more! Take a look at the weight of the trailer you're considering. The heavier the trailer, the less payload it can carry. So, if possible, choose a lighter trailer for easier handling and payload!

The manufacturer also matters from the perspective of both resale value and durability. The materials and parts of carts from a reliable manufacturer will last over time and wear. In addition, the cart's easy maintenance and the availability of additional and spare parts are things that you will appreciate after a few years of use at the latest!

There were a lot of questions, but don't worry. You're not the first to have struggled with these issues. Our knowledgeable dealers and we are more than happy to help you choose the right ATV trailer! Just tell us what you're towing and where!