Manufacturer Overview:
Southland Trailers, based in Canada, has become one of the country’s largest trailer manufacturers. Founded by two parents, the business is now run by their three sons, expanding to employ over 500 team members. Southland Trailers offers a diverse range of trailer types, including dump trailers, enclosed trailers, flatbed trailers, utility trailers, and more.
Trailer Overview:
The Southland SL714 14K Dump catches the eye with its sleek appearance. It’s simple, well-proportioned, resembling many other dump trailers on the market. Equipped with common options like ramps, a tarp kit, an adjustable coupler, and a scissor hoist, it also stands out with drop-down stabilizers—a feature missing from most dump trailers. The color combination of charcoal grey with black wheels is particularly appealing.
Specs/Overview:
- Spare Tire Included
- Slide in Ramps
- Stake Pockets
- Scissor hoist – Power Up / Power Down
- Adjustable Coupler
- Roll Up Tarp
- Rear Drop Down Stabilizer Jacks
- Aluminum Pump Box
- 110V Battery Charger
- PPG DTM 2 Part Epoxy Paint
- 10ga Floor / 12ga Wall
Criticism:
Here’s a more organized breakdown of the critiques:
- Sidewall Thickness: The sidewall thickness is 12 Gauge, whereas most 14K dump trailers on the market are 10 Gauge, which is thicker.
- Spreader Gate: The trailer lacks a spreader gate, featuring only barn doors.
- Sidewall Height: The specified sidewall height is not provided, but they appear smaller than 24″, which may necessitate adding a 2×6 or 2×8 piece of wood on top for certain applications.
- Toolbox Size: The toolbox is relatively small.
- Floor Construction: The dump trailer’s floor construction lacks crossmembers, consisting primarily of sheet metal. This is also the case for the sidewalls, potentially raising concerns about reinforcement.
These critiques highlight areas where the trailer may not meet certain industry standards or user expectations.
Overall Consensus:
The Southland SL14 Dump Trailer serves as a baseline option for us. While it’s fully functional, there are notable differences between this dump trailer and others on the market. It’s a straightforward, simple trailer—not necessarily a negative, but it lacks some features found in other models. If you can secure a competitive price (below mid-market), it’s a decent choice. However, if the price isn’t favorable, there are plenty of other compelling options available.
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