Air Ride Trailers
Smoother Rides. Better Control. More Confidence.
PRODUCT LINEUP
Our Air Ride Trailers
Browse our full lineup of Air Ride Trailers. Each model is engineered with our signature truss frame, extreme-duty suspension, and HD Dexter axles — built to perform trip after trip.
Ultra Max 53′ Air Ride
The premium option in the Ultra Max SD lineup, this fully enclosed-deck trailer pairs air-ride suspension with a full-length deck for a superior towing experience. The Ultra Max SD 53′ Air Ride is designed for haulers who prioritize both capacity and ride comfort, making it an ideal fit for high-value cargo, RVs, and specialty equipment that demand extra protection in transit.
- Empty Weight: 10,500 lbs (Full enclosed deck)
- GVWR: 24,000–45,000 lbs
- Payload: 15,750–34,500 lbs
- Deck Length: 53′ | Deck Width: 102″
- Axles: Tandem Hendrickson 25k Air Brake Axles
- Coupler: King Pin with a Fifth Wheel
- Suspension: Ridewell Air Ride
- Ramps: 9′ Aluminum (10,000 lb rated)
- Finish: Automotive-Grade Epoxy Primer with Two Top Coats of Industrial Urethane
- Warranty: 2-Year Structural Frame
Ultra Max 53′ Air Ride Single Axle
Building on the Ultra Max platform, this version upgrades to air-ride suspension for a noticeably smoother, more controlled ride at highway speeds. The Ultra Max 53′ Air Ride Single Axle trailer pairs its tri-level deck with a refined tow experience, making it a strong choice for long-distance equipment transport where ride comfort and cargo protection matter.
- Empty Weight: 10,500 lbs
- GVWR: 24,000–45,000 lbs
- Payload: 15,750 – 34,500 lbs
- Deck Length: 53′ Overall; 10′ Upper-Deck, 23′ Lower-Deck, 11′ Dovetail | Deck Width: 102″
- Axles: Hendrickson 25k Air Brake
- Coupler: King Pin with a Fifth Wheel Height of 45″- 48″
- Suspension: Ridewell Air Ride
- Ramps: 9′ Aluminum (10,000 lb rated)
- Finish: Automotive-Grade Epoxy Primer with Two Top Coats of Industrial Urethane
- Warranty: 2-Year Structural Frame
Step Deck Air-MAXX 56K
Built for oversized freight, the Step Deck Air-MAXX 56K gives haulers the flexibility to transport tall or wide equipment legally and safely with its stepped deck design. Air-ride-style suspension delivers a smooth, stable haul even under heavy loads, and extra-wide aluminum ramps make loading heavy machinery straightforward. A strong fit for commercial haulers who regularly move oversized construction and industrial equipment.
- Empty Weight: 11,500 lbs
- GVWR: 45,000 – 56,500 lbs
- Payload: 34,000 – 44,500 lbs
- Deck Length: 10′ Upper-Deck 38′ Flat Deck | Deck Width: 102″
- Axles: 2 x 25,000 lb Heavy Wall Oil Bath Axles
- Coupler: King Pin with a Fifth Wheel; Height of 45″ – 48″
- Suspension: Hutch 9700 Suspension, 49” Axle Spread
- Ramps: 96″ x 18″ Aluminum (20,000 lb rated)
- Finish: Automotive-Grade Epoxy Primer with Two Top Coats of Industrial Urethane
- Warranty: 2-Year Structural Frame
HD Air MAXX Pintle Hook 45K
Engineered for the toughest jobs, the Heavy-Duty AIR MAXX Pintle Hook 45K is built to move heavy construction and industrial equipment with stability and control. Its air-ride-style suspension smooths out the tow even under maximum loads, while hydraulic wood-lined ramps make loading heavy machinery safer and more efficient. A top-tier choice for fleets that need serious hauling capacity without compromising on ride quality.
- Empty Weight: 10,500 lbs
- GVWR: 45,000 lbs
- Payload: 34,500 lbs
- Deck Length: 18’ Flat Deck + 6’ Wood-Lined dovetail | Deck Width: 102″
- Axles: 2 x 22,500 lb Heavy Wall Oil Bath Axles
- Coupler: Bolt-on, Adjustable Pintle (60,000 lbs)
- Suspension: Hutch 9700 Suspension, 49” Axle Spread
- Ramps: 6’ Tall x 30” Wide Hydraulic Ramps Wood Lined
- Finish: Automotive-Grade Epoxy Primer with Two Top Coats of Industrial Urethane
- Warranty: 2-Year Structural Frame
HD Air MAXX Pintle Hook 62K
Sitting at the top of the pintle hook lineup, the Heavy-Duty AIR MAXX Pintle Hook 62K is built to haul the heaviest of loads with confidence and control. Its reinforced axle configuration and premium suspension deliver the stability needed for extreme hauling conditions, while hydraulic ramps make loading oversized construction and industrial equipment straightforward. Designed for fleets and operators who need maximum capacity in a single trailer.
- Empty Weight: 10,500 lbs
- GVWR: 62,000 lbs
- Payload: 50,000 lbs
- Deck Length: 24’ Flat Deck + 6’ Wood-Lined Beavertail | Deck Width: 102″
- Axles: 3 x 22,500 lb Heavy Wall Oil Bath Axles
- Coupler: Bolt-on, Adjustable Pintle (60,000 lbs)
- Suspension: Hutch 9700 Suspension, 49” Axle Spread
- Ramps: 6’ Tall x 30” Wide Hydraulic Ramps Wood Lined
- Finish: Automotive-Grade Epoxy Primer with Two Top Coats of Industrial Urethane
- Warranty: 2-Year Structural Frame
WHY AN AIR RIDE TRAILER?
Why Haulers Choose a Air Ride Trailer
Smoother Rides. Better Control. More Confidence.
When you’re hauling valuable vehicles, RVs, equipment, or commercial freight across long distances, the suspension beneath your trailer matters. Buckeye Air Ride Trailers use air ride suspension to help absorb road shock and reduce vibration, providing a smoother towing experience while helping protect your cargo from unnecessary stress. For professional hotshot haulers, freight operators, RV transporters, and equipment haulers, air ride suspension delivers the ride quality, stability, and control needed for demanding work on highways and uneven roads.
Built for More Loads. Built for More Opportunities.
An air ride trailer isn’t just about a smoother ride—it’s about having the versatility to take on different types of work. Buckeye’s Air Ride lineup includes step deck trailers, RV transport trailers, freight trailers, and heavy-duty pintle hook trailers, giving professional haulers options for everything from low-clearance vehicles and tall vans to RVs, equipment, and heavy commercial loads. With lower deck configurations, heavy-duty frames, and purpose-built hauling features, Buckeye Air Ride Trailers are engineered to help you load with confidence and keep your operation moving. Explore the Buckeye Air Ride lineup and find the trailer built for the way you haul.
WHY BUCKEYE
Why Haulers Choose Buckeye Trailers
A lot of trailer manufacturers will tell you they build a quality product. Here’s what actually sets Buckeye apart.
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American-Built Craftsmanship
Buckeye Trailers believes quality starts with the people who build the product. Our trailers are proudly built in Ohio with a focus on American craftsmanship, real-world durability, and the demands of professional haulers. From hotshot trucking and freight transportation to equipment and vehicle hauling, Buckeye builds trailers around the work that keeps your business moving.
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Engineered for Real-World Hauling
A trailer should do more than meet a specification sheet—it should perform when the load is on and the miles are adding up. Buckeye’s lineup is engineered around professional applications including freight hauling, hotshot trucking, vehicle transport, RV hauling, equipment hauling, and commercial work. Our focus is practical trailer design that helps operators get the job done efficiently and reliably.
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Air Ride Performance
Air ride suspension replaces traditional leaf spring systems with an air-based suspension system designed to reduce vibration and improve ride quality. For professional haulers transporting valuable vehicles, RVs, equipment, or freight over long distances, air ride can provide a smoother towing experience while helping protect cargo from unnecessary road shock.
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Built for Versatility
Professional hauling doesn’t always mean moving the same type of load every day. Buckeye Air Ride Trailers are designed around multiple applications, including vehicle transport, RV hauling, equipment hauling, freight, and hotshot trucking. Configurable features and options allow operators to build a trailer around the loads and opportunities that matter most to their business.
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Heavy-Duty Construction
From fabricated I-beam frames and engineered flooring to heavy-duty axles, air brakes, and commercial-grade suspension systems, Buckeye focuses on components designed for demanding work. Our current Ultra Max Air Ride models, for example, feature heavy-duty fabricated I-beam construction, Ridewell air ride suspension, and heavy-duty air-brake axle configurations.
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Support That Keeps You Moving
Choosing a trailer is a business decision, and the right manufacturer should stand behind the equipment they build. Buckeye emphasizes dependable support, warranty service, customization assistance, and long-term customer relationships so professional haulers can spend less time worrying about their equipment and more time growing their business.
WHO WE BUILD
Built for Professional Haulers
Our wedge car trailers are purpose-built for people who haul vehicles for a living.
Professional Hotshot Haulers
For hotshot operators, time is money. Buckeye Air Ride Trailers provide the deck space, capacity, versatility, and ride quality needed to handle demanding vehicle and freight transportation while giving operators more flexibility to pursue profitable loads.
Freight & Commercial Transporters
Commercial freight requires equipment that can handle long days, heavy loads, and changing hauling requirements. Buckeye step deck and air ride trailers provide professional freight haulers with durable platforms designed for equipment, machinery, industrial cargo, and commercial transportation.
RV & Camper Transporters
RVs and campers demand thoughtful loading, secure transport, and dependable control on the road. Buckeye’s Ultra Max RV platform is specifically designed around RV and camper hauling while retaining the versatility to handle vehicles, enclosed trailers, and other freight.
Equipment & Machinery Haulers
From construction machinery to industrial equipment, heavy loads require a trailer engineered for the application. Buckeye builds heavy-duty trailers for professionals who depend on their equipment to arrive ready for the next job, with designs focused on practical loading, securement, durability, and reliable performance.
Contractors, Fleets & Working Professionals
Whether you’re a contractor running equipment between jobsites or a fleet operator managing multiple commercial loads, your trailer is part of your business. Buckeye Trailers provides heavy-duty hauling solutions designed for professional use, backed by American craftsmanship and a lineup built around real-world work.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Air Ride Trailers
Q: What is an air ride trailer?
Q: What are the benefits of an air ride trailer?
Q: What air ride trailers does Buckeye Trailers offer?
Q: Are air ride trailers suitable for hotshot trucking?
Q: Can an air ride trailer haul low-clearance or tall vehicles?
Q: How do I choose the right Buckeye air ride trailer?
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
What Our Customers Are Saying
Hands down the best trailer manufacturer in the business. From the build quality to customer service, I feel Buckeye trailers are the best in the market!
BUCKEYE TRAILERS!!! Can not say enough good things about this company!! From the sales team making sure your build is exactly what you need, to the fabricators that build an outstanding product that performs even better!! Will definitely be buying another trailer from them!!
Very happy with the trailer I purchased. I was able to talk with the owner of Buckeye. He was very informative and was able to accommodate everything that I needed for my trailer. I will definitely return for another trailer from this company. Also, the quality is excellent.
Ready to Put a Air Ride Trailer to Work?
Whether you’re buying your first Air Ride Trailer or adding to an existing fleet, our team is ready to help you find the right fit. Browse our Ultra Max lineup, get a quick quote online, or call and talk to a trailer specialist directly.