Tag Trailers

Heavy Duty Australian Tag Trailers

Tag trailers tow behind a rigid truck using a pintle hook or drawbar coupling, making them ideal for civil contractors, earthmovers, and agricultural operators. Transport excavators, loaders, and skid steers without the need for a semi-trailer setup, then uncouple quickly on site to keep your truck mobile.

Tag trailers are ideal for civil contractors, earthmovers, and equipment hire operators. These heavy-duty units deliver maximum payload efficiency and hassle-free transport for tough site work. If you are looking for reliable tag trailers for sale to support your customers and extend your fleet’s hauling capacity, explore our full range of tag trailers for sale or compare different trailer types to find the right setup for your business.

Contact our team today on (03) 5336 2555 or email sales@beavertailtrailers.com.au for a custom quote.

What Tag Trailers are Available to Buy?

Beavertail offers single, tandem and tri-axle configurations with different deck lengths, payload capacities and rail options to suit a range of applications.

*ATM and carry capacity may vary with the final configuration.

Customisation Options

No two operations are exactly the same, which is why Beavertail tag trailers can be configured around your fleet, equipment and transport requirements. From deck dimensions and ramp systems to storage, braking and load restraint options, we can tailor your trailer to suit the way you work.

Customisation options across our tag trailer range include:

Ramp Systems

Choose from spring-assisted manual ramps in grid-mesh or steel plate construction for straightforward loading, or upgrade to 12V/24V electric-over-hydraulic powerpacks for powered ramp operation. Ramp configurations can be selected based on the type and weight of machinery you regularly transport.

Deck Configurations

Configure your deck to suit the machinery and loads carried by your fleet. Options include sloped beavertail rear sections, lowboy wells for lower loading heights, widening decks for oversized equipment, and either seamless or standard coaming rails.

Braking & Suspension

Tag trailers can be equipped with braking and suspension systems suited to their application and load requirements. Options include ADR 38-compliant air brakes with ABS or EBS, 9-leaf underslung spring suspension, and heavy-duty air suspension setups.

Storage & Accessories

Add practical storage and equipment options to keep your trailer organised and ready for the job. Available accessories include under-chassis lockable toolboxes, dunnage cages, water tanks, container pins and heavy-duty winches.

Load Restraints

Make securing machinery and equipment easier with purpose-built load restraint options. These can include high-tensile tie-down points, rope rails and custom front headboards, configured around the types of loads your trailer will carry.

Custom Finishes

Custom paint finishes are also available to help your trailer match your existing fleet or meet your company’s branding requirements. Our team can work with you to create a finished trailer that is both practical and consistent across your fleet.

Tag Trailer Delivery Across Australia

Beavertail Trailers delivers tag trailers across Australia from our Ballarat manufacturing facility, serving transport operators in:

• Sydney
• Melbourne
• Adelaide
• Brisbane
• Perth
• Regional hubs (VIC and SA)

Using our direct delivery service, we ensure reliable tag trailers reach your depot on time with transparent freight costs. Whether you need a single unit delivered to a job site or multiple trailers shipped across state lines, contact our team on (03) 5336 2555 to get a freight quote today.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a tag trailer?

A tag trailer is a non-articulated commercial trailer towed directly behind a rigid truck using a pintle hook hitch or drawbar. Unlike a semi-trailer, it places no load over a prime mover’s drive axles, allowing the truck to remain a standalone vehicle when uncoupled. Depending on the region, these units are also commonly known as tag along trailers or plant trailers.

What is the difference between a tag trailer and a dog trailer?

The key structural difference lies in the front axle setup and towing mechanism. A tag trailer attaches directly to the rear hitch of a rigid truck, whereas a dog trailer features a front steerable axle group with its own turntable that attaches via a drawbar to a prime mover or lead trailer.

You can explore our full range of dog trailers to compare structural layouts for your fleet.

What loading ramp options are available?

Beavertail offers heavy-duty spring-assisted manual ramps as well as 12V and 24V electric-over-hydraulic powerpack systems for automated operation. Selecting the right loading setup depends on the total operating weight, wheel layout, and ground clearance of the machinery you transport.

How do tag trailers improve efficiency?

A tag trailer allows a standard rigid truck to transport heavy plant and equipment directly to a job site without the need for a dedicated prime mover setup. Once on site, operators can easily uncouple the trailer so the truck stays fully mobile for transport and site work throughout the day. This dual capability lowers overall operational costs and drastically reduces daily trip counts across your fleet.

How much does a tag trailer cost?

Tag trailer pricing depends on your specific axle configuration, deck length, ramp selection, and custom engineering options. Entry-level single-axle models start at a lower price point, while heavy-duty tandem and tri-axle builds scale up based on payload capacity and added features.

Why Choose Beavertail Trailers?

Beavertail Trailers has been manufacturing heavy-duty trailers in Ballarat, Victoria, since 1987. Known for quality workmanship and custom trailer solutions, we supply customers throughout Australia with reliable, Australian-made trailers backed by nationwide delivery and warranty support.

• Decades of trailer manufacturing experience and industry expertise.
• Designed and built in Ballarat, Victoria, with local support.
• Trailer finance is available through Yellowstone Lending.
• Delivery can be arranged anywhere in Australia, with freight costs calculated based on location.
• Our trailers are backed by warranty in accordance with our terms and conditions.

Get a free quote from us today, and we’ll get your project underway.

Contact us on (03) 5336 2555 or sales@beavertailtrailers.com.au.