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Big Tex 22GN-30D5A-MR – 30′ Tandem Dual Gooseneck Trailer with Mega Ramps

When 8,000-pound axles aren’t enough, you don’t need a pep talk. You need a bigger trailer.

The Big Tex 22GN-30D5A-MR is a heavy-duty tandem dual-wheel gooseneck equipment trailer built for contractors, equipment operators, farmers, hotshotters, and anybody hauling machinery that has no interest in being called “light duty.” With a 23,900-lb GVWR, 16,440-lb rated cargo capacity, 102″ deck width, 30′ overall bed length, 5′ dovetail, tandem 10K dual-wheel axles, and Mega Ramps, this trailer is built for serious equipment-hauling work.

The 22GN isn’t simply a larger version of a standard gooseneck. Big Tex builds this series around heavy-duty applications, with 30,000-lb adjustable suspension, dual 50K two-speed landing gear, oil-bath axles, a 12″ 19-lb I-beam frame, 3/8″ heavy-duty rub rail, chain spools, stake pockets, and a front toolbox with an integrated binder rack.

And then there’s the MR configuration. The two 5′ Mega Ramps provide a substantially wider loading surface than traditional narrow ramps, making this trailer especially useful when you’re loading wide construction equipment, tractors, skid steers, excavators, or other machinery that doesn’t exactly enjoy squeezing through a tight loading lane.

In other words: this is a trailer for when “just one more machine” is how the day usually goes.

Specifications

Specification	Details
Manufacturer	Big Tex Trailers
Model	22GN-30D5A-MR
Factory Model	22GN-30D5A
Trailer Type	Tandem Dual-Wheel Gooseneck Equipment Trailer
Pull Type	Gooseneck
GVWR	23,900 lbs
GAWR	10,000 lbs per axle
Rated Cargo Capacity	16,440 lbs
Factory Empty Weight	7,460 lbs
Bed Length	30′
Deck Width	102″
Dovetail	5′ Cleated Dovetail
Axles	2 × 10,000-lb Dual-Wheel
Hubs	Oil Bath with Valcrum Caps
Brakes	Forward Self-Adjusting Electric Brakes on Both Axles
Suspension	Heavy-Duty 30,000-lb Adjustable
Frame	12″ I-Beam, 19-lb
Crossmembers	3″ Channel
Floor	Treated Pine
Coupler	2-5/16″ Demco EZ Latch Gooseneck
Safety Chains	3/8″ Grade 70 with Safety Latch Hooks
Landing Gear	Dual Two-Speed 50,000-lb Capacity
Ramps	2 × 5′ Mega Ramps — MR Configuration
Dovetail	5′ Cleated
Stake Pockets	Both Sides, 24″ O.C.
Rub Rail	3/8″ Heavy-Duty Both Sides
Chain Spools	1-1/4″ Pipe Chain Spools
Tires	ST235/80 R16 Load Range E Dual
Wheel Configuration	8-Lug Black Mod
Spare Tire	ST235/80 R16 Load Range E
Spare Mount	Top of Neck
Lighting	Recessed, Grommet-Mounted LED
Wiring	Sealed Modular Cold-Weather Harness
Trailer Plug	7-Way RV
Breakaway	Complete System with Zip Breakaway Cable & Charger
Storage	Front Lockable Toolbox Uprights with Chain Holder
Steps	2 Retractable Side Bed Steps with Handles
Mudflaps	Standard
Color	Black

Big Tex’s published specifications above are for the 22GN-30D5A factory configuration. The two 5′ Mega Ramps are an available D5A option and are what distinguishes the MR configuration described here. The actual weight and allowable payload of a specific MR-equipped trailer should always be verified from its certification/VIN label because added equipment can change empty weight.

Features & Benefits

23,900-LB GVWR

The 22GN steps well beyond conventional equipment-trailer territory with a 23,900-lb GVWR and tandem 10,000-lb dual-wheel axles. Big Tex rates the 30D5A at 16,440 lbs of cargo capacity in its published factory configuration.

That’s the kind of capacity you want when the equipment you’re hauling is measured in tons instead of pounds.

Tandem 10K Dual-Wheel Axles

Two 10,000-lb dual-wheel axles give the 22GN the foundation needed for serious hauling. Big Tex equips them with oil-bath hubs and Valcrum caps, along with forward self-adjusting electric brakes on both axles.

30,000-LB Heavy-Duty Adjustable Suspension

The 22GN uses a 30,000-lb heavy-duty adjustable suspension. Big Tex specifically positions this trailer for demanding applications such as heavy construction equipment hauling and hotshot trucking.

12″ 19-LB I-Beam Frame

This isn’t built on a lightweight equipment-trailer frame. The 22GN uses a 12″ I-beam frame with a 19-lb beam specification, backed by 3″ channel crossmembers.

That’s the structural backbone you’d expect on a trailer designed for heavy equipment and commercial hauling.

30′ Deck with 5′ Dovetail

The 30D5A configuration combines a 30′ bed with a 5′ cleated dovetail, giving you plenty of deck space for larger machinery and equipment combinations while providing a lower transition for loading.

5′ Mega Ramps

The MR configuration adds two 5′ Mega Ramps. Big Tex lists these ramps as an available option on D5A models and describes them as a wide loading solution for equipment.

That extra loading width is especially useful with equipment that has wide tires, tracks, or a stance that makes traditional narrow ramps feel like trying to thread a needle.

102″ Wide Deck

The 102″ deck width gives equipment operators the room needed for wide machinery and makes positioning equipment on the trailer less restrictive.

Dual 50K Two-Speed Landing Gear

Big Tex equips the 22GN with dual two-speed landing gear rated at 50,000 pounds of capacity. They’re bolted on and designed for the demands of a heavy-duty tandem-dual gooseneck.

3/8″ Heavy-Duty Rub Rail

The 3/8″ heavy-duty rub rail runs along both sides of the trailer and works with the stake pockets and pipe chain spools to provide dedicated equipment-securement points.

Pipe Chain Spools

The 1-1/4″ pipe chain spools are positioned between the stake pockets, giving operators convenient locations for managing chains when securing equipment.

Large Front Toolbox with Binder Rack

The front lockable toolbox uprights provide storage for chains, binders, straps, tools, and other hauling gear, while the integrated binder rack helps keep your securing equipment organized.

Retractable Side Steps

Two retractable side bed steps with handles make climbing onto the trailer easier when you’re checking a load, connecting equipment, or working around the deck.

Commercial-Grade Lighting & Wiring

Recessed LED lighting, sealed modular cold-weather wiring, a 7-way RV plug, and a complete breakaway system are standard equipment on the 22GN.

Who Is the Big Tex 22GN-30D5A-MR For?

The 22GN-30D5A-MR is aimed squarely at customers who routinely haul heavy equipment and commercial machinery, including:

• Excavating contractors
• General contractors
• Construction companies
• Heavy landscapers
• Grading contractors
• Site-work contractors
• Equipment rental companies
• Agricultural operations
• Farm equipment operators
• Hotshot trucking operations
• Equipment dealers
• Utility contractors
• Commercial property-maintenance companies

It’s particularly useful when a standard tandem-axle gooseneck isn’t giving you enough capacity, axle strength, deck space, or loading width.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can the Big Tex 22GN-30D5A-MR carry?

Big Tex lists the factory 22GN-30D5A configuration with a 23,900-lb GVWR, 7,460-lb empty weight, and 16,440-lb cargo capacity. Because the MR configuration adds Mega Ramps, always use the certification label on the actual trailer to determine its allowable payload.

How long is the Big Tex 22GN-30D5A?

The 22GN-30D5A has a 30′ bed configuration with a 5′ cleated dovetail.

How wide is the Big Tex 22GN?

The deck is 102″ wide.

Does the 22GN-30D5A-MR come with Mega Ramps?

Yes. The MR configuration includes two 5′ Mega Ramps. Big Tex lists two 5′ Mega Ramps as an available option specifically for D5A models.

What axles does the 22GN-30D5A use?

The trailer uses two 10,000-lb dual-wheel axles with oil-bath hubs and Valcrum caps.

What is the GVWR of the Big Tex 22GN-30D5A?

The published GVWR is 23,900 pounds. Each axle is rated at 10,000 pounds.

Does it have electric brakes?

Yes. The standard configuration uses forward self-adjusting electric brakes on both axles. Big Tex also lists electric-over-hydraulic disc brakes as an available option.

What tires does the 22GN use?

The standard tire specification is ST235/80 R16 Load Range E dual tires, with an 8-lug wheel configuration. Big Tex also offers higher-capacity tire upgrades, including LR-G and 17.5″ LR-H configurations.

What type of suspension does the 22GN have?

The 22GN uses a heavy-duty 30,000-lb adjustable suspension designed for demanding hauling applications.

Is the Big Tex 22GN a bumper-pull trailer?

No. The 22GN-30D5A-MR is a tandem dual-wheel gooseneck trailer using a 2-5/16″ Demco EZ Latch gooseneck coupler.

Built for the Loads That Don’t Leave Much Room for Error

The Big Tex 22GN-30D5A-MR is not the trailer you buy because you occasionally need to move a riding mower.

It’s the trailer you buy when heavy equipment is part of the job.

With a 23,900-lb GVWR, 16,440-lb factory-rated cargo capacity, tandem 10K dual-wheel axles, 30,000-lb adjustable suspension, 12″ 19-lb I-beam frame, 30′ deck, 5′ dovetail, 102″ width, and two 5′ Mega Ramps, the 22GN is built to put serious equipment behind a serious truck.

To cross-verify that your trailer configuration conforms to modern cargo security standards, review the safety regulations listed on the NATM Website. If you are looking to cross-shop this trailer with other configurations in our active inventory lot, feel free to browse our full catalog of trailers for sale right here on our digital showroom.

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