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I run a QSA 7.5 x 14 open for summer fall weather and EZ Hauler 7.5 x 14 enclosed extra height for winter spring weather. plenty of room for doors to open and height clearance with a small lift. The QSA rails are only 11 inches high so ranger doors clear.
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I did what I tell people to NEVER do. I went cheap with a Lowe's (forgot the actual manufacturer) 6' X 16' trailer. I didn't pay attention when I initially ordered it, and it's got 2' sides all the way around, and ramp that only supports 1,000lbs. according to their website. I've got a NorthStar ordered, so the doors will be an issue opening and closing. I'm not going to do the "Duke Boys" crap of going through the window, so I'll take it to a fab shop and have them install a hinged gate that will swing out when I need to open the side by side door, so I can enter and exit the machine. I also don't believe the gate will support a 2,500lb. (?) machine, so I'll probably cut the ramp off and buy a set of aluminum ramps to load/unload the machine. I did get dual axles, as I always have believed in them, and the ability to limp home or wherever I need to go if I do get a flat on one of them. The reason I went cheap on the trailer was because I just spent 31K on the machine, and I also have a 12,000 dollar gooseneck ordered, and I just got tired of hemorrhaging money. But I should have taken my own advice and not went cheap on the UTV trailer, because it's already causing me to modify it when it gets here, and costing more money than I had planned on. Lesson learned.
Before I bought my half doors I measured with the Ranger Trail Boss on the trailer and thought good to go. Close but good. What I didn’t take into account was the suspension settles a bit whIle I’m sitting in the drivers seat and dang it, the doors wouldn’t clear. Rather than a lift kit, my solution was to simply screw two 12’ 2 X 12’s to the deck where the tires sit. Looks a little funny but was a super cheap fix.
 
Tons of trailer options as posted…I have an 18’ pipe top tandem that I got years ago when prices were good. I recently bought aluminum HD ramps which are rated for 7000 lbs and super light. I do not like the fold up mounted ramps since they’re in the way when you need to haul something longer than trailer. Plus there like a wind brake.

my advice is to get a trailer that will fit all your needs, not just the UTV. You don’t need an 18’ for the crew but I wouldn’t go less than 16’ tandem. I’m going to be adding brakes to mine so in hindsight I should’ve added those at purchase.
 
You can consider the RV brand from Forest River. In my opinion, Forest River has some outstanding features to distinguish it from other brands. They demand strict standards for their products. These automobiles are subjected to additional review to make sure that each model meets all criteria, including pipework, electrical and LP systems, cosmetics, rain bay, function, navigator, as well as other miscellaneous tests.
 
You can consider the RV brand from Forest River. In my opinion, Forest River has some outstanding features to distinguish it from other brands. They demand strict standards for their products. These automobiles are subjected to additional review to make sure that each model meets all criteria, including pipework, electrical and LP systems, cosmetics, rain bay, function, navigator, as well as other miscellaneous tests.

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really aslong as its 14 ft you will be fine a landscaping trailer would be good then you have about an extra 1.5ft for other things…

i built my own trailer so i can put a water cube and the utv on or anything else i need to haul still need to paint it though lol



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First, what is your budget? I would stay away from Lowes trailers. They usually come with tiny tires, and weak axels. Depending on where you located, we have places like Leonard's Trailer & Buildings that usually keeps what you need in stock. If possible, I would try to get a tandem axel if budget permits, and at least 15" rims in any trailer. Also Google trailer sales in your area. We have a few small dealers that will go cheaper than a place like Leonard's.
 
I wish I had purchased a enclosed trailer. I went with a aluminum utility trailer to save money, only to have a shed built to store the ranger during the winter. Had I bought the enclosed trailer I could have kept it in the trailer for a lot less money.
 
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I wish I had purchased a enclosed trailer. I went with a aluminum utility trailer to save money, only to have a shed built to store the ranger during the winter. Had I bought the enclosed trailer I could have kept it in the trailer for a lot less money.
You might have saved money in the front end, but you eventually would have needed a shed. At least in many parts of North America. Enclosed trailers leak sooner or later. Besides, you can work easily on your buggy in a shed, it isn't so easy in a trailer. Better yet, you get more space to store "stuff" in a shed. Not much excess storage in an enclosed trailer.
 
You might have saved money in the front end, but you eventually would have needed a shed. At least in many parts of North America. Enclosed trailers leak sooner or later. Besides, you can work easily on your buggy in a shed, it isn't so easy in a trailer. Better yet, you get more space to store "stuff" in a shed. Not much excess storage in an enclosed trailer.
Plus , nobody ever had a shed stolen , enclosed trailers are favorites for thieves .
 
I wish I had purchased a enclosed trailer. I went with a aluminum utility trailer to save money, only to have a shed built to store the ranger during the winter. Had I bought the enclosed trailer I could have kept it in the trailer for a lot less money.
I much prefer towing with an open trailer you can get more creative when loading if needed
 
I much prefer towing with an open trailer you can get more creative when loading if needed
I prefer an open trailer too. Just mentioned the shed because I had to buy one to store the Ranger, and an enclosed trailer would have saved me money, but in the long run we have a great shed, a great aluminum trailer, and a cover for the ranger when we keep it on the trailer for riding months.
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