Dump Trailer sidewall height

[Brightone]

Hi all, I'm wanting to buy a dump trailer for a tree service company that I am starting. It would be used mostly for hauling out larger chunks, but I was also thinking that in the future (when I get a chipper) I could build up the sidewalls a bit and use it for a chip trailer as well. I currently have access to a larger skid steer that could be used for lifting and dumping the larger pieces into the trailer, however, in the future I would like to get a smaller dingo/mini skid steer for when I'm working in more confined areas.

My question is would a 24" sidewall or a 48" sidewall be better?

The pros I see for a 48" sidewall are: out of the box it has more capacity and it built stronger for the larger logs that will be put into it. Also it is already fairly high height for a chip trailer. I'm worried that a mini-skid/dingo won't be able to read high enough to dump over the sides though.

The pros I see for the 24" sidewall are: I know the mini skid would be able to reach over the sidewalls to dump material, and it is slightly cheaper then a 48" sidewall.

Thoughts?

 

[TheJollyLogger]

Build them as high as you can safely side load

 

[Del_]

I like the two foot sidewalls with height extensions that are removable. 6ft X 12ft. bed.

You can't be dropping large stuff over a four foot sidewall and expect your dump trailer to last.

Plus with two foot sidewalls even my Boxer mini skid can drop over the side.

 

[HavinFun]

Get the 24” sides. Get a minimum of 7’x14’, if you can afford it. Get a BWise with a 15 or 17k lbs rating. Also get the hydraulic Jack if offered , makes a world of difference.
You’ll use the trailer for a ton of stuff, and having wood side extensions you can remove is invaluable for hand loading over the side, etc.
Dump trailers are heavy - 4,200 lbs- so make sure truck is up to task for conventional pull. There have been many times I wished I got the 16’. Good luck.