Fuel trailers are specialised trailers featuring large containers that are built to house fuels such as petrol, diesel and gasoline. They are primarily used in the aviation, agriculture, council, industrial, mining and transportation industries to assist in refuelling heavy equipment and machinery onsite, where it simply isn't feasible to store fuel long-term. You can buy them outright, or fuel trailer hire is also available.
The primary purpose and benefit of the fuel trailer is its portability. They can be hitched and towed by tow equipment, trucks or other vehicles. When a machine runs out of fuel onsite, every minute that machine is unusable is a big cost to the business and the project. That's why it's important to always ensure there is plenty of fuel available, and hiring fuel trailers is a good way to keep your machinery moving. It's a great way to bring fuel to the machine, rather than the machine to the fuel.
Fuel trailers come in a few different shapes and sizes to suit the type of application and fuel type required. For instance, there are specialised aviation fuel trailers, built specifically to suit the needs of storing, transporting and dispensing of aviation fuel. Other types of fuel trailers include self-bunded trailers (these require no external bunding and prevent spillage) and basic single skin poly trailers.
Some fuel trailers are also highly versatile, being compatible with heavy equipment as well as industrial generators or lighting towers. Some even come with a droppable stand that allows the trailer to stay in place when not hitched to a vehicle. You can also find some fuel trailers with electric pumps, solar-powered dispensing equipment stored onboard, dual axle configurations, mechanical override brakes, heavy duty running gear, hot dip galvanised frame, and more. The cost of hiring a fuel trailer will depend on its type, any additional features and its configuration.
Generally, these types of trailers are built to withstand tough Australian conditions and to the appropriate standards. Fuel trailers are a good way to help enhance site efficiency and boost productivity by ensuring your machinery is always fully fuelled.
The right fuel trailer depends on your needs. What machinery or equipment do you require fuel for? What type of fuel is required? These questions will help you decide which fuel trailer is best for your unique requirements.
