Tautliner Trailers

  • Water resistant with sturdy structure
  • Ease of loading and unloading product.
  • Trucks equipped with advanced safety features including ABS

Trucks, Trailers & Vehicles

Enjoy the comfort and reliability of our regularly updated fleet.

Emergency Support

24 hour roadside assistance will have you back on the road.

7 days Available

Short and long term hire available when you need it.

Offering the highest GVM for a trailer that can carry multiple pallet loads

SCTR has a range of high-quality tautliner trailers at great prices. Here’s what you can expect from our tautliner trailers:

Curtain-side design, enabling flexibility for unloading and loading your precious cargo.
The sliding curtains allow easy access to the load from all sides, making it ideal for transporting a variety of goods, from palletised products to irregular-shaped items.

Our tautliner trailers streamline the loading and unloading process, saving you valuable time and effort.

Robust construction, advanced suspension systems and reliable braking systems, you can trust our tautliner trailers to deliver exceptional performance and safety on every journey.
Tautliner Trailers offer the highest GVM for a vehicle that can carry multiple pallet loads. Our tautliners give you the capability and the capacity to move serious loads easily and then offer you the flexibility to load and unload quickly.

Our aim is to ensure that your cargo gets to where you need it. Our helpful and knowledgeable team is always available to answer your questions.

Our Tautliner Truck Hire Fleet

Trailer A & B Sets

Tautliner – ‘A’

Flat Deck

  • Includes Gates and Winches
  • Pallet capacity: 12

Tautliner – ‘B’

45’ Flat Deck

  • Includes Gates and Winches
  • Pallet capacity: 12

Tautliner – ‘A’

Drop deck with Mezz Floor – Tri Axle

  • Includes Gates and Winches
  • Mezzanine Floor
  • Drop Deck
  • Pallet capacity: 18 (6 on top, 6 on bottom, 6 on mezz)

Tautliner – ‘B’

Drop Deck – Tri Axle

  • Includes Gates and Winches
  • Pallet capacity: 22 (6 on top, 16 on bottom)

Tautliner – ‘B’

Drop Deck with Mezz floor – Tri Axle

  • Includes Gates and Winches
  • Pallet capacity: 38 (6 on top, 16 on bottom, 16 on mezz)

Disclaimer: All measurements are approximations. As a customer, you should seek individual advice upon booking.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a tautliner?
A tautliner, also known as a curtain-sided trailer, is a type of trailer with a flexible, retractable curtain on its sides. It allows easy access to the cargo from the sides for loading and unloading.
What are the advantages of using a tautliner?
Tautliners offer several advantages. They provide versatility in loading and unloading as the curtains can be fully opened, allowing for side access. Tautliners also allow for efficient utilisation of space as they can accommodate a variety of cargo sizes and shapes.
What types of industries benefit from using tautliners?
Tautliners are widely used in industries such as retail, logistics and manufacturing. They are ideal for transporting palletised goods, boxed merchandise and irregular-shaped items.
Are tautliners suitable for long-distance transportation?
Yes, tautliners are suitable for long-distance transportation. They are designed to withstand the rigours of road transport and offer durability and security for the cargo. Tautliners provide flexibility for loading and unloading at various stops along the journey, making them well-suited for both short-haul and long-haul transportation.

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