Forceline Steel Flatbed Features

Air Gauge Box

The standard aluminum air gauge box includes a dump valve as well as the air gauge. Shown with optional door window.

Cambered Main Beam Design

Camber is built into every beam to offset beam deflection under load

Certified Cargo Securement Devices

Each cargo securement devices conforms to CMVSS 905

Certified Rear Impact Guard

Complies with under-ride protection requirements of both US DOT and Transport Canada

Continuous Rubrail

The continuous rub rail has an outer surface recess to house and protect conspicuity tape. A smooth tubing side rail is also available.

Crossmember Spacing

Standard 12” o.c. spacing of crossmembers provides the support for uniformly distributed loads. See available options for closer spacing.

High Tensile Steel Flanges

5" wide, 130 KSI grade high-tensile strength steel is used for both top and bottom flanges

In-Line Air Filter

The in-line air filter protects the air system from road debris build-up. The filter is serviceable and replaceable. Extends the duration of the ABS warranty.

Integral Fenders

Steel fender pan beneath the wood floor, extending past the outside rail to the full width of the trailer

Knee Braces

Steel tube knee braces set at 48" o.c. See available options for closer spacing.

Landing Gear

Holland Mark V two-speed landing gear

Landing Gear Support

Each landing gear leg is braced in multiple directions, providing exceptional stability

Low Profile Gooseneck Depth

Standard gooseneck web depth. (8.5" for B-Trains, 9.5" for flat decks and step decks)

Mud Flaps

Heavy-duty black rubber, anti-spray, anti-sail

Plumbing & Wiring

Air and electrical lines from the front of the trailer are routed above the crossmembers, under the flanges and secured in the floor cavity

Premium Coatings

Three-stage paint process consisting of a zinc coating, urethane primer and top coat

Premium Fir Wood Flooring

Premium British Columbia fir has been chosen because it has fewer knots, providing the best combination of durability, overall weight and cost. Every flooring board is fastened to each crossmember using two 5/16” screws.

Side Rail

The 6" formed steel side rail has several available options

Stake Pockets

Two pipe spools are positioned between the 48” o.c. spaced stake pockets to help prevent damage from side-loading equipment. Each stake pocket and pipe spool is a tested and approved tie-down location, complying with Transport Canada requirements. Extra stake pockets (24" o.c.) are available.

Steel Front and Rear Bolsters

The front bolster includes stake pockets and rub rail. The rear bolster also has integrated stake pockets. Tail lights are protected inside a full-width recess.

Suspension

The Hendrickson INTRAAX suspension combines the axle and suspension as a fully integrated unit

Upper Coupler

The upper coupler design is one of the most robust in the industry

Winches

Three bar or barrel-style winches can be placed along each side of the trailer

Aluminum fill plate in bumper with Lode King logo

Axle Chain Slings

Prevents air bags and shock absorbers becoming overextended

Beavertail with Fold Down Ramps

The beavertail is equipped with traction cleats bolted through the floor. The rear bolster is designed to work with folding ramps. No rear bumper is required since the trailer is considered a low chassis vehicle. The fold down ramps are spring loaded for ease of use. Ramps are adjustable to accommodate different equipment widths.

Bolt-On Bumper

The bolt-on rear impact guard meets or exceeds all regulatory requirements of both US DOT and Transport Canada

Brake Drums

Lightweight options available

Brake Pot Belting

Heavy duty belting ahead of the suspension protects components from road debris

Close-Out Mud Flaps

Close-out flaps ahead of the landing gear provide protection against flying stones from the drive tires of the towing vehicle

Coil Package

The addition of stub crossmembers between the main beams in specific locations underneath the hardwood floor provides the support operators require when hauling concentrated loads. (Note: Aluminum trailer shown.)

Crossmember Spacing

Additional crossmembers spaced at 12" o.c. increase the overall strength of the floor area and increase the rigidity of the trailer in more demanding applications, such as forklift operation

Disc Brakes

Hendrickson MAXX22T air disc brakes

Dunnage Rack

The side-mount dunnage rack provides a secure location to transport dunnage lumber up to 9' in length. Also available in the rear bolster of some flat decks.

Flooring Options

Hardwood or aluminum flooring options available

Forklift Rings

The flip-up fork lift rings make it possible for one trailer to be lifted onto the other

Gooseneck

Tri-Drive Compatible Gooseneck (13' Upper Deck Length on step deck)

Hubodometer

Available in either miles or kilometers

Hubs

Lightweight yet robust

Interrupted Rub Rail at Fixed Winch Locations

Rub rails have been removed at each fixed winch location, which permits complete access to the winch and allows for a long range of motion with the winch bar

Knee Brace Spacing

Optional closer spacing is available

LED Lighting Packages

3 unique TRUCK-LITE LED lighting packages available

Live Roll

Heavy-duty rear bolster designed to accept 7" live roll

Load Bunks

Load bunks are matched to the upper deck to allow level loading

Low Deck Trailer

Lower deck trailer options available (33.5" and 35" deck height)

Narrow Pick-Up Throat

The narrow pick-up throat is constructed to withstand the rigors of being used to lift the front of the trailer with a winch. It also provides an extra ramp area to slide onto the towing vehicle.

Rub Rail

Optional heavy-duty 3⁄8" x 3" steel rub rail

Side Rail - Structural Channel

The 6" @ 8.2 lbs./ft side rail provides additional strength for trailers being used in more severe duty applications

Side Rail - Tubular

A 3" x 4" tubular side rail allows the full width of the trailer to be a fully flat surface

Strobe Lights

Two yellow strobe lights are located in the rear bolster, operated by a switch in the air control box

Suspension

Hendrickson INTRAAX integrated air ride suspension

Tarp Rope Hooks

Tarp rope hooks can be installed around the perimeter of each trailer, beneath the deck to secure load coverings

Tire Inflation System

Hendrickson TIREMAAX PRO

Tool Box

Smooth aluminum toolboxes are available in a variety of sizes and finishes.

Wheels

Lightweight powder-coated steel and various aluminum options available

Wide Load Lights

Pull-out wide load LED lights can be extended to various widths and when stored are protected by a full- circumference shroud. On-off switch located in air gauge box.

Width

Optional 9' overall width