For boatyard owners, marinas, boat transport services, and even boat owners of large powerboats and sailboats, investing in a quality trailer is a must. There are many different models of trailers available, but for the larger boats, hydraulic trailers are often the best possible choice.
The benefit of the hydraulic trailers is largely in the ease of use and in handling the boat. This includes loading the boat and securing it with the hydraulic arms to lowering the boat trailer for easy launching of the boat from the trailer, with the hydraulic system responding to the operator through a touch of the control. This is truly a one-person boat trailering system.
Securing the Boat
With all types of hydraulic trailers, including yard and road trailers, securing the boat in position to avoid any damage during moving the boat over land is crucial. The hydraulic systems on different types of trailers are designed to allow for optimal and easy configuration of all the supports on the trailer, and they push up the supports to the keel and along the sides of the boat for sturdy, stable, and safe transportation.
The hydraulic road trailers are also designed to allow for the hydraulic cylinders to lock in place once the support is positioned. This means that even on rough roads or transport across uneven surfaces, the weight of the boat will not cause the cylinder to move, adding an additional layer of protection and security that is particularly critical for road transport.
