DEMO Unit

Big Tex 16ET17+3MR – 17+3 Super Duty Equipment Trailer with Mega Ramps

When the equipment gets heavier, the trailer needs to get serious right along with it.

The Big Tex 16ET17+3MR is a Super Duty tandem axle equipment trailer built around an 8,000-lb tandem axle package, 17,500-lb GVWR, 83″ wide deck, 17′ main deck, 3′ cleated dovetail, and Mega Ramps. The result is a heavy-duty equipment hauler designed for contractors, farmers, landscapers, and equipment operators who need more capacity without jumping into a much larger commercial trailer.

This configuration combines the proven Big Tex 16ET-17+3 platform with Mega Ramps for a wider, more convenient loading surface. The factory 16ET platform uses an 8″ channel frame, treated-pine deck, 8K oil-bath axles, self-adjusting electric brakes, and a 12,000-lb drop-leg jack.

Specifications

Specification	Big Tex 16ET17+3MR
Trailer Type	Super Duty Tandem Axle Equipment Trailer
Pull Type	Bumper Pull
Factory Model	16ET-17+3
Configuration	17′ Deck + 3′ Cleated Dovetail + Mega Ramps
GVWR	17,500 lbs
GAWR	8,000 lbs per axle
Factory Empty Weight	3,700 lbs
Factory Cargo Capacity	13,800 lbs
Overall Bed Length	20′
Main Deck Length	17′
Dovetail	3′ Cleated Dovetail
Deck Width	83″
Axles	2 × 8,000-lb Premium Cambered
Hubs	Oil Bath with Valcrum Caps
Brakes	Forward Self-Adjusting Electric Brakes on Both Axles
Suspension	Multi-Leaf Slipper Springs with Equalizer
Frame	8″ Channel
Crossmembers	3″ Channel on 16″ Centers
Floor	Treated Pine
Coupler	Adjustable 2-5/16″ Demco EZ Latch
Safety Chains	3/8″ Grade 70
Jack	12,000-lb Spring-Loaded Drop-Leg, Side-Wind
Ramps	Mega Ramps – MR Configuration
Fenders	9″ × 72″ 14-Gauge Diamond Plate, Removable
Stake Pockets	Along Both Sides
Rub Rail	Both Sides
Tie-Downs	Six 5/8″ D-Rings
Tires	ST215/75 R17.5 Radial
Wheels	8-Lug
Lighting	Recessed, Grommet-Mounted LED
Trailer Plug	7-Way RV
Wiring	Sealed Modular Cold-Weather Harness
Breakaway	Complete Breakaway System with Zip™ Cable
Spare Tire Mount	Front
Storage	Tongue Tool Tray
Paint Color	Black

Big Tex’s factory specifications list the 16ET-17+3 at 17,500-lb GVWR, 3,700-lb empty weight, and 13,800-lb cargo capacity. Because the MR Mega Ramp configuration adds equipment to the base trailer, the actual payload of the individual 16ET17+3MR should be verified from its certification label rather than assuming the base-model cargo figure applies unchanged.

Features & Benefits

17,500-Lb GVWR with Tandem 8K Axles

The 16ET steps up from the typical 7K equipment trailer with two 8,000-lb premium cambered axles.

That gives the trailer a 17,500-lb GVWR and the extra axle capacity needed when you’re hauling heavier tractors, skid steers, attachments, and other equipment. Forward self-adjusting electric brakes are standard on both axles.

17′ Main Deck + 3′ Dovetail

The 17′ main deck gives you substantial room for equipment, while the 3′ cleated dovetail creates a smoother transition for loading.

With the dovetail included in the configuration, the trailer provides 20′ of overall bed length while keeping the primary deck area practical for larger equipment.

Mega Ramps for Easier Loading

This is the part that earns the MR designation.

The Mega Ramp configuration provides a wider loading surface than the standard knee-ramp setup. Big Tex lists 44″ wide Mega Ramps as an available option on the 16ET dovetail configuration.

That’s especially useful when you’re loading equipment with wide tracks, tires, or a less-than-perfect approach angle. More ramp width gives the operator more room to work with instead of trying to thread a machine onto two skinny ramps.

Heavy-Duty 8″ Channel Frame

Big Tex builds the 16ET around an 8″ channel frame, backed by 3″ channel crossmembers on 16″ centers.

That’s a substantial step up from lighter equipment trailers and fits the purpose of the 16 Series: heavier loads, heavier components, and more capacity. Big Tex describes the 16 Series as its Super Duty platform for heavier hauling applications.

Oil-Bath 8K Axles with Valcrum Caps

The 8,000-lb axles use oil-bath hubs with Valcrum caps, providing a sealed lubrication system designed to reduce routine hub maintenance.

For a trailer that is going to spend its life traveling between jobsites instead of sitting in the driveway, that’s a welcome feature.

83″ Wide Deck

The full 83″ deck width gives you the room needed for a wide variety of construction and agricultural equipment.

The combination of the wide deck and Mega Ramps makes this configuration particularly useful for equipment that can be awkward to load on narrower ramps.

12,000-Lb Spring-Loaded Drop-Leg Jack

A 12,000-lb spring-loaded side-wind drop-leg jack handles the front-end support duties.

The spring-loaded design also makes raising and lowering the jack considerably quicker than cranking a conventional jack all the way from the ground every time.

Six 5/8″ D-Rings, Rub Rail & Stake Pockets

Big Tex gives you several options for securing different types of cargo.

Six 5/8″ D-rings, a full rub rail, and stake pockets along both sides provide dedicated places to secure equipment, chains, straps, and other cargo-control equipment.

Removable Diamond Plate Fenders

The 14-gauge diamond plate fenders are designed for heavy-duty use and can be removed when necessary.

That’s particularly handy when loading equipment where every inch of clearance matters.

Treated-Pine Deck

The treated-pine floor provides a durable, replaceable working surface for equipment hauling.

And unlike a steel deck, wood gives equipment tires and tracks a little more forgiving surface when loading and unloading.

Who Is the Big Tex 16ET17+3MR For?

The 16ET17+3MR is aimed squarely at customers who need more trailer than a standard 14K equipment trailer provides.

It’s a strong fit for:

• Construction contractors
• Excavation and grading contractors
• Landscapers with commercial equipment
• Farmers and agricultural operators
• Property-maintenance companies
• Tree-service and land-clearing contractors
• Skid-steer operators
• Compact tractor owners
• Equipment rental and delivery businesses
• Contractors hauling heavier attachments and machines

If you’re regularly finding yourself close to the limits of a 14K trailer, the 16ET’s 17,500-lb GVWR and 8K axles give you considerably more capacity to work with.

Big Tex 16ET17+3MR FAQ

What is the GVWR of the Big Tex 16ET17+3MR?

The underlying Big Tex 16ET-17+3 factory model has a 17,500-lb GVWR with two 8,000-lb axles.

How much does the Big Tex 16ET-17+3 weigh?

Big Tex’s factory specification lists the 16ET-17+3 at 3,700 lbs empty with 13,800 lbs of factory cargo capacity. The actual Mega Ramp-equipped trailer should be verified using its certification label.

How long is the Big Tex 16ET17+3MR?

The configuration has a 17′ main deck plus a 3′ cleated dovetail, for a 20′ overall bed length.

How wide is the 16ET17+3MR?

The deck is 83 inches wide.

What axles does the 16ET use?

The 16ET uses two 8,000-lb premium cambered axles with oil-bath hubs and Valcrum caps.

What ramps come on the MR configuration?

The MR configuration uses Mega Ramps. Big Tex lists 44″ wide Mega Ramps as an available option for the 16ET’s dovetail configuration.

Is the Big Tex 16ET17+3MR a gooseneck?

No. The 16ET-17+3 is a bumper-pull model. Big Tex also produces separate 16ET gooseneck configurations at longer lengths.

Does the 16ET have a dovetail?

Yes. The 17+3 configuration has a 3′ cleated dovetail.

Does it have brakes on both axles?

Yes. Big Tex specifies forward self-adjusting electric brakes on both 8K axles.

Big Tex 16ET17+3MR at Old South Trailers

When the job calls for more than a basic equipment trailer, the Big Tex 16ET17+3MR brings the muscle.

You’ve got a 17,500-lb GVWR, tandem 8K axles, 17′ of main deck, a 3′ dovetail, 83″ width, heavy-duty 8″ channel frame, and Mega Ramps.

It’s the trailer for the contractor who looks at a 14K trailer and says, “Yeah… we’re gonna need a little more trailer.”

Safety & Cargo Securement

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.