Big Tex 60PI-12 – 12′ Professional-Grade Tandem Axle Utility Trailer with Spring-Assist Gate

When you need a utility trailer that’s compact enough to maneuver but still has the muscle to haul real equipment, the Big Tex 60PI-12 hits a useful sweet spot.

This 12′ tandem axle utility trailer combines a 6,000-lb GVWR, 4,735-lb factory cargo capacity, 2″ × 2″ square-tube top rail and 4′ spring-assist rear ramp gate. It’s a practical setup for hauling ATVs, side-by-sides, lawn equipment, compact equipment, materials and plenty of the other stuff that seems to multiply around a jobsite.

The shorter 12′ deck makes it easier to maneuver and store than a longer utility trailer, while the tandem 3,500-lb axles give it substantially more capability than a small single-axle trailer.

Specifications

Specification	Details
Manufacturer	Big Tex Trailers
Model	60PI-12
Trailer Type	Tandem Axle Pipe Top Utility Trailer
Pull Type	Bumper Pull
GVWR	6,000 lbs
GAWR	3,500 lbs per axle
Factory Empty Weight	1,265 lbs
Factory Cargo Capacity	4,735 lbs
Bed Length	12′
Bed Width	77″
Deck Height	18-1/4″
Axles	2 × 3,500-lb Premium Cambered
Hubs	Quick-Lubricating
Suspension	Multi-Leaf Spring with Equalizer
Brakes	Electric Brake on Back Axle
Frame	3″ × 2″ × 3/16″ Angle
Crossmembers	3″ × 2″ × 3/16″ Angle
Floor	Treated Pine
Sides	17″ Tall Open Sides
Top Rail	2″ × 2″ Square Tubing
Fenders	9″ × 72″ Rolled Formed Steel
Rear Gate	4′ Tall Spring-Assist Ramp Gate
Gate Assist	Coil Spring Assist
Coupler	2″ A-Frame
Jack	2,000-lb Top-Wind Set-Back with Removable Sand Foot
Safety Chains	1/4″ Grade 30 with Safety Latch Hooks
Tie-Downs	Four D-Rings
Stake Pockets	Outside Frame
Tires	ST205/75R15 Load Range C
Wheels	15″ Black Mod
Lighting	LED DOT
Trailer Plug	7-Way RV
Spare Mount	Side Spare Tire Mount
Color	Black

Factory weights and capacities are manufacturer-listed figures. Actual weight and payload can vary with equipment and options. The VIN/specification label on the individual trailer is the final authority for that specific unit.

Features & Benefits

12′ Deck in a Compact Package

The 12′ deck gives you useful hauling space without the extra length of a 14′ or 16′ trailer.

That’s a big advantage when you’re maneuvering around residential properties, landscaping jobs, tight jobsites or anywhere trailer storage space is at a premium.

6,000-Lb GVWR with Tandem 3,500-Lb Axles

Two 3,500-lb premium cambered axles give the 60PI-12 a 6,000-lb GVWR while providing the stability of a tandem axle setup.

The result is a compact trailer that can handle considerably more than its 12′ length might suggest.

4,735-Lb Factory Cargo Capacity

At just 1,265 lbs factory empty weight, Big Tex lists the 60PI-12 with a 4,735-lb cargo capacity.

That gives you plenty of room for many common pieces of equipment without starting out with a heavy trailer eating into your available payload.

2″ × 2″ Square-Tube Top Rail

The 60PI’s pipe-top design uses a 2″ × 2″ square-tube top rail for a sturdy perimeter around the trailer.

The open sides make it easy to access equipment from the side, while the tube top provides a stronger structure than a bare open-deck trailer. Big Tex specifically highlights the pipe top as a strength-focused feature for everyday hauling.

4′ Spring-Assist Rear Ramp Gate

This is where your particular 60PI-12 gets especially useful.

The 4′ rear ramp gate with coil-spring assist makes loading wheeled equipment much easier. Instead of wrestling with loose ramps every time you load an ATV, side-by-side, mower or other equipment, the gate becomes part of the trailer.

Big Tex specifically identifies this style of ramp gate for hauling golf carts, ATVs, side-by-sides and similar equipment.

Treated-Pine Floor

The treated-pine deck provides a durable, traditional hauling surface that’s well suited to equipment, landscaping materials and general cargo.

It also gives you a practical surface for adding equipment-specific accessories such as chocks and additional tie-down hardware.

17″ Open Sides

The 17″ sides give you some containment around the deck without turning the trailer into a box.

You can still reach equipment from the side while having a defined edge around the load.

Self-Adjusting Electric Brake

The back axle is equipped with an electric brake, and Big Tex describes the braking system as self-adjusting to compensate for brake-shoe wear.

That means less manual brake adjustment as the trailer accumulates miles.

Set-Back Jack

The 2,000-lb set-back jack is positioned specifically to help prevent the jack from interfering with your truck’s tailgate.

It’s one of those small features that doesn’t sound exciting until you need to lower the tailgate while you’re still hooked up.

Four D-Ring Tie-Downs

Four standard D-rings provide dedicated points for securing equipment and cargo.

For heavier equipment, always use appropriately rated tie-down equipment and secure the load according to the equipment manufacturer’s requirements.

77″ Deck Width

The 77″ deck provides a useful amount of loading width while keeping the overall trailer relatively compact.

Combined with the ramp gate, it’s well suited for many ATVs, lawn equipment, compact equipment and other recreational or work-related loads.

Who Is the Big Tex 60PI-12 For?

The 60PI-12 is a particularly good fit for customers who want tandem-axle capability without a long trailer.

It’s well suited for:

• Landscapers and lawn-care professionals
• Contractors
• Farmers and property owners
• ATV and side-by-side owners
• Golf cart owners
• Small equipment hauling
• Compact equipment
• Lawn and landscaping equipment
• Homeowners with regular hauling needs
• General-purpose utility hauling

If a 16′ trailer feels like overkill but a small single-axle trailer doesn’t have enough capacity, the 60PI-12 lands right in the middle.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can the Big Tex 60PI-12 carry?

Big Tex lists the 60PI-12 with a 6,000-lb GVWR, 1,265-lb factory empty weight and 4,735-lb cargo capacity.

Actual payload can vary with installed options, so always verify the VIN/specification label on the trailer.

How long is the Big Tex 60PI-12?

The deck length is 12 feet, with a 77″ deck width. Big Tex lists the deck height at approximately 18-1/4″.

Does the 60PI-12 have tandem axles?

Yes. It uses two 3,500-lb premium cambered axles with quick-lubricating hubs.

Does the 60PI-12 have a ramp gate?

Yes. This configuration includes the 4′ tall rear ramp gate with coil-spring assist. Big Tex identifies this gate as a loading option for vehicles and equipment such as ATVs, side-by-sides and golf carts.

What can I haul on a 12′ utility trailer?

The 60PI-12 is well suited for ATVs, side-by-sides, golf carts, lawn equipment, landscaping equipment, compact equipment, materials and other cargo that falls within the trailer’s rated capacity.

What size ball does the 60PI-12 use?

The standard coupler is a 2″ A-frame coupler. Big Tex also offers other coupler configurations, so verify the coupler installed on the actual trailer before towing.

Is the 60PI-12 a good trailer for an ATV or side-by-side?

Yes. The 12′ deck combined with the 4′ spring-assist ramp gate makes this configuration particularly practical for loading recreational vehicles and other wheeled equipment.

Safety & Cargo Securement

Before loading, confirm that the combined weight of your cargo and equipment remains within the trailer’s rated capacity and that your tow vehicle is properly rated for the loaded trailer. Distribute cargo appropriately, secure every load with properly rated tie-down equipment, and inspect the tires, coupler, safety chains, brakes and lights before every trip.

Safety & Cargo Securement

Before loading, confirm that the combined weight of your cargo and equipment remains within the trailer’s rated capacity and that your tow vehicle is properly rated for the loaded trailer. Distribute cargo appropriately, secure every load with properly rated tie-down equipment, and inspect the tires, coupler, safety chains, brakes and lights before every trip.

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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