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Haul Heavy Loads Without Fighting the Sway

Rowell Trailer Sales provides gooseneck trailers for commercial and agricultural haulers in Hazlehurst, Georgia and surrounding areas.

When you tow a loaded trailer on highways around Hazlehurst, Douglas, Vidalia or a surrounding area, you notice whether the backend sways when you change lanes or hit rough pavement. Rowell Trailer Sales carries gooseneck trailers that hitch inside your truck bed instead of at the bumper, which shifts the load weight forward and keeps the trailer tracking straight behind you. If you haul equipment, livestock, or heavy cargo across long distances in Hazlehurst or South Georgia, a gooseneck trailer gives you better control and reduces the chance of fishtailing or bouncing.


These trailers are designed for heavy loads and improved towing stability, with weight distribution that takes advantage of your truck's rear axle. They are frequently used for agricultural, commercial, and long-distance hauling, and they handle demanding requirements that exceed the limits of bumper-pull trailers. Gooseneck trailers also offer higher weight capacities and longer deck lengths, making them ideal for large cargo or multiple pieces of equipment.


Rowell Trailer Sales can show you gooseneck trailers that match your hauling routine in Hazlehurst and throughout South Georgia.

How the Hitch Changes the Towing Feel

You install a gooseneck ball in the center of your truck bed, back the truck over the trailer coupler, and lower the coupler onto the ball. The connection point sits directly above the rear axle, which places more weight over the truck's strongest support and reduces the leverage that causes sway. Safety chains and a breakaway cable attach to dedicated mounts in the bed.


After you hitch up, the trailer rides level and stable because the load is balanced over the truck's frame. You do not feel the backend lifting or the trailer pushing during braking, and you can accelerate or merge without worrying about the load shifting. The gooseneck design also allows for tighter turning compared to a fifth-wheel setup, which helps when you maneuver in tight spaces around Hazlehurst and surrounding areas.


Rowell Trailer Sales stocks gooseneck trailers with varying deck lengths, axle counts, and weight ratings, so you can choose a model that fits the loads you haul most often. The trailers are available for buyers across the Hazlehurst region who need to move heavy or oversized cargo reliably. If you are unsure whether a gooseneck trailer suits your truck and hauling needs, staff can compare hitch types and explain how weight distribution affects towing performance.

Here is What Usually Comes Up

Buyers often ask about hitch installation, weight limits, and the differences between gooseneck and bumper-pull trailers, so these answers cover the details that matter before you purchase.

What makes a gooseneck trailer more stable than a bumper-pull?
The gooseneck hitch places the load weight over the truck's rear axle, which improves balance and reduces sway. Bumper-pull trailers attach farther back, creating more leverage and less stability at higher speeds.
Do I need a special truck to tow a gooseneck trailer?
You need a pickup truck with a bed-mounted gooseneck ball and a towing capacity that matches the trailer's loaded weight. Most heavy-duty trucks come equipped with the necessary mounts or can be retrofitted easily.
How much weight can a gooseneck trailer carry?
Gooseneck trailers typically handle loads from ten thousand to thirty thousand pounds or more, depending on axle configuration. Rowell Trailer Sales can help you match a trailer to your truck's towing capacity and the cargo you haul.
Why do farmers and contractors prefer gooseneck trailers?
Gooseneck trailers offer higher weight limits, longer decks, and better stability for hauling equipment, livestock, or building materials. They also perform well on highways and rough roads commonly found around Hazlehurst.
Can I remove the gooseneck ball when I am not towing?
Yes, most gooseneck balls thread into a flush-mount adapter in the truck bed, so you can unscrew and remove the ball to restore full bed access when the trailer is not attached.

If you need to haul heavy or oversized loads across Hazlehurst and want to see how a gooseneck trailer compares to a bumper-pull, Rowell Trailer Sales has models on the lot that you can inspect for hitch placement, deck length, and axle configuration.