Car Hauler Rental in Auburn: Tow-Vehicle, Hitch and Loading Checklist
To determine whether your truck can safely tow Toss It's 20' Big Tex car hauler, verify your tow rating, hitch and receiver ratings, payload capacity, brake-controller setup, trailer weight, and the weight of the vehicle you're transporting. The lowest-rated component determines the practical limit. Pickup is in Opelika.
Toss It car hauler specifications
| Factor | Effect on price |
|---|---|
| Length | 20 feet, Big Tex |
| GVWR | 9,990 lb |
| Ramps | Slide-in |
| Fenders | Removable (for low-clearance vehicles) |
| Brakes | Electric — brake controller required in tow vehicle |
| Electrical | 7-way RV plug |
| Coupler | 2-5/16" ball |
| Winch | 12,000 lb |
Can your vehicle tow this trailer?
Confirm all six before pickup — this is the single most common reason a rental gets turned around at the yard:
- Tow rating (from your owner's manual or door sticker) — trailer weight + loaded vehicle weight ≤ tow rating
- Hitch class + receiver rating — must be Class III or higher and rated for the load
- Payload capacity — the trailer's tongue weight is loaded into your bed/cargo area
- Brake controller installed and functioning
- 2-5/16" ball on the hitch
- 7-way RV connector wired and working
Calculating loaded weight
Add: trailer empty weight + vehicle being transported + fluids + any tools in the bed of the trailer. Compare against both (a) your tow rating and (b) the trailer's 9,990 lb GVWR. Whichever is lower is your ceiling.
Loading a low-clearance vehicle
Sports cars, lowered trucks, and race cars often scrape the standard slide-in ramps. The removable fenders on the Big Tex give you a wider footprint and let you use lower-angle race ramps if you bring them. Plan your approach angle before you commit to the ramp.
Tie-down and winch responsibilities
You bring straps and chains rated for the vehicle you're hauling. Four tie-downs minimum — one at each corner or wheel — to a certified anchor point on the vehicle. The 12,000 lb winch is for pulling non-running vehicles onto the deck; it is not a tie-down.
Pickup and return checklist
- Driver's license + tow-vehicle information
- Verified booking confirmation
- Straps and chains for your load
- Brake controller tested before leaving the yard
- Return trailer swept clean and on time
- Any damage reported immediately, photographed
Frequently Asked Questions
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+What's included with the trailer?
+What's the age and deposit requirement?
+Can I haul household junk on the car hauler?
+Does Toss It offer roadside help if I break down?
Jay has led hundreds of junk removals, estate cleanouts, and trailer rentals across Auburn, Opelika, Lake Martin, Valley, Phenix City, and the surrounding East Alabama communities since founding Toss It. Every guide on this site is reviewed against real Toss It projects before it's published.
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