BENLEE Gondola Trailers: Premium Scrap Haulers Built for Maximum Payload
BENLEE manufactures industry-leading gondola trailers—also known as scrap haulers, open top trailers, or tin scows in Canada—engineered for maximum strength, durability, and uptime in demanding scrap metal and recycling applications.
Superior Construction for Heavy-Duty Performance
Our gondola scrap trailers feature Hardox® steel floors and walls for exceptional abrasion resistance while optimizing weight for maximum legal payload. BENLEE gondolas come standard with 102″ wide axles (vs. industry-standard 96″) for superior stability during transport. Integrated sidewall supports prevent bulging, while full seam welds ensure structural integrity and extended service life.
Flexible Configurations & Industry-Best Warranty
Available in 40’–53′ lengths with tandem through 8-axle configurations, BENLEE gondolas handle everything from light iron and shredder feed to demolition scrap and mixed recyclables. Our frameless design maximizes cubic yard capacity while minimizing tare weight—allowing you to haul more material per trip.
Every BENLEE gondola trailer is backed by our exclusive 6-year frame warranty—the longest in the industry. We ship nationwide to California, Texas, New York, Canada, and throughout North America, with 24/7 parts support for maximum uptime.
Contact BENLEE today at 734-722-8100 for pricing and specifications.
RECOMMENDED APPLICATIONS: Local use, utility, medium range and highway
RECOMMENDED INDUSTRIES: Solid waste, environmental, municipalities, general/scrap recycling, industrial waste, organic waste, agriculture products and waste
Models
| Model | A | B | C | D | E | Width |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TASH45 | 45′ | 96″ | 38′ | 49″ | 12’9″ | 102″ |
| TASH48 | 48′ | 96″ | 41′ | 49″ | 12’9″ | 102″ |
| TASH53 | 53′ | 96″ | 39′ | 49″ | 12’9″ | 102″ |
What makes BENLEE #1 in the gondola, open top, tin scow market.
| Feature | BENLEE | Competition | Benefits and Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brake system tested FMVSS 121 | Yes | Limited to none? | BENLEE Safety is #1; Test required by law |
| Side wall supports-stops bulging | Yes-4 On Each side | No | BENLEE stops bulging as material is stuffed in |
| Types of steel used | Hardox: AR 450 or AR500 | Hardox & AR 450/500 | Hardox: light weight: maximize payload capacity |
| Lengths | 40′ – 53′ | Most 48′ or 53′ | BENLEE custom built/engineered for flexibility |
| Wall Heights | 4′ To 8.5′ | 4′ to 8′ | BENLEE highest cubic capacity available 130+ yds. |
| Axle width | 102″ | 96″ | BENLEE wider for added safety and stability |
| Axle capacity | 25,000 lbs. | 22,500 lbs. – 25,000 lbs. | BENLEE longer life, less downtime |
| Axle hubs | Sealed: grease filled | Plug: oil filled | BENLEE 5 year maintenance free, cost savings |
| Ladders | Front & Rear | One Rear | BENLEE support maximum flexibility & versatility |
| Paint | Sandblast, Prime, Paint | Clean, Prime, Paint | BENLEE premium for longer life, less maintenance |
| Secondary air filter in ABS | Yes | No | BENLEE extra 100,000 mile Warranty for ABS |
| Full welds as walls meet frame | Yes | Stitch weld & epoxy fill | BENLEE full weld for maximum support |
| 7-way plug | Truck-Lite sealed box | Standard 7 way plug | BENLEE longer life, less maintenance |
| Warranty on frame | 6 years | 1-2 years | BENLEE engineered: low owning/operating cost |
| Axle configuration | 2-8 axle | Most 2-3 | BENLEE engineered for lightweight & heavy-duty |
| Tires | New 16-ply | New or retread 14 ply | BENLEE premium 16-ply for longer life |
| Wheel-Checks on lug nuts | Yes | No | BENLEE built for Safety |
| Landing Gear | 170,000 lbs. – 200,000 lbs. | 170,000 lbs. | BENLEE option for extreme duty; Best in market |
| Read side lights | Cone shaped | Flat | BENLEE engineered: support driver rear visibility |
| Back-up alarm | Standard | Option | BENLEE engineered for safety |
| Rear Mud flaps length | 12″ | 36″ | BENLEE steel shield & mudflap: less maintenance |
| High visibility grease point stickers | Yes | No | BENLEE helps speed & accuracy of maintenance |
| 24/7 support line | Yes | No | BENLEE customer highest customer service |
| Online parts store | Yes | No | BENLEE support is best in the industry |
| Years of doing business | 51+ | 40+ | BENLEE strong, engineering and quality driven |
| Dealers | No | Some | BENLEE lowers cost, maximizes customer support |
| Stock units for immediate shipment | Yes | Sometimes | BENLEE supports market for immediate needs |
| Full Product line to support market | Yes | Limited | BENLEE roll off trailers, trucks, luggers |
| In-house Service Repair Operation | Yes | None to Limited | BENLEE service, repair & rebuilding operation |
| Features | Benefits |
|---|---|
| WALL 1/8 ” AR450 HARDOX PLATE | ABRASION – PUNCTURE RESISTANT/LONGER LIFE |
| 6″ X 3″ X 1/4″ BOTTOM SIDE RAILS | STRUCTURAL TUBING/ADDED STRENGTH/LONGER LIFE |
| 3″ X 3″ X 3/16″ UPRIGHTS, 24″ O.C | ADDED SIDE WALL STRENGTH/LONGER LIFE |
| 5″ I-BEAM CROSSMEMBERS, 16″ O.C. | SUPERIOR FLOOR SUPPORT/ADDED STRENGTH/LONGER LIFE |
| 4-HINGES ON REAR DOOR, w/GREASE ZIRKS | ADDED DOOR SUPPORT/EASE OF USE/LONGER LIFE |
| 4-DOOR LATCHES | ADDED LOAD SECURITY – DOOR SUPPORT/LONGER LIFE |
| 4″ X 3″ X 3/16″ TOP TUBE | HEAVY TUBE FOR STRENGTH AND STABILITY |
| INTERIOR CLEAN OUT GUSSETS | ADDED WALL STRENGTH AND EASE OF UNLOADING |
| OUTSIDE DIRT SHEDDERS | ADDED SUPPORT/REDUCES LIABILTY |
| HOLLAND/FLEETCRAFT | STRONG, STABLE, LIGHTER TARE WEIGHT |
| BRAND NAME SPRING SUSPENSION RATED @ 25,000# PER AXLE | PARTS AVAILABLE NATIONWIDE |
| AXLES RATED @ 25,000# EACH w/ SYNTHETIC GREASE BEARINGS | 10% STRONGER THAN INDUSTRY STANDARD, LONGER LIFE |
| LED LIGHTS | MOISTURE AND VIBRATION RESISTANT, LONGER LIFE |
| IN-LINE SECONDARY ABS FILTER | ADDS 100,000 MILES OR 1 YEAR TO ABS WARRANTY |
| 10 BOLT HUB PILOTED STEEL WHEELS | INDUSTRY STANDARD; AVAILABLE NATIONWIDE |
| 11R X 22.5 STEEL BELTED TIRES, 16 PLY RATED | INDUSTRY STANDARD; AVAILABLE NATIONWIDE |
Options
- 1/8″ AR450 WALLS
- ALUMINUM WHEELS
- ALUMINUM HUBS TOOL BOX
- CENTRIFUSE DRUMS
- SPECIAL PAINT
- AIR RIDE SUSPENSION
- AIR LIFT AXLE
- AUTO TIRE INFLATE SYSTEM
We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.