Car transporters with aluminium rails: the advantages of the material

Aluminium rail decks have become the standard on car transporters, and not without reason. Compared to a closed steel deck, this material offers several concrete advantages.

Lower dead weight

Aluminium is considerably lighter than steel at comparable strength. That reduces the trailer's empty weight, as on the AT 2700, and indirectly increases the payload available for the vehicle being transported – a noticeable advantage especially on car transporters close to their weight limit.

No rust, even in road salt and wet weather

Unlike untreated steel, aluminium doesn't corrode, even if the transporter is regularly exposed to road salt, snow or rain. That preserves the trailer's appearance and resale value for many years.

A self-cleaning rail design

The open rail design lets water, snow and dirt drain away freely instead of collecting as they would on a closed deck. That not only cuts down on cleaning, it also reduces the risk of slipping while driving on.

What to check regarding tyre width

Before buying, check that the rail spacing suits the tyre width of the vehicle you plan to transport – with very narrow or very wide tyres, this can vary by model. When in doubt, check the specs or have a quick chat with our team.

Conclusion

Aluminium rails combine low weight, lasting corrosion resistance and easy cleaning – three qualities that matter especially on a car transporter. This design is now standard on most of our models.