Hydraulic dovetail considerations

First time poster..

I'm in the process of ordering a new Diamond C 40' gooseneck for general hotshot freight and wanted to get any opinions on hydraulic dovetails. The initial plan was to go with the standard dovetail and monster ramps, but if there is any significant advantages to having the hydraulic dovetail I'd definitely consider getting that added on. I've noticed that you don't see many hotshots with dovetails out on the roads, but most of what I have seen have been oilfield related hauling tubulars, etc and I'm not looking at targeting that market.

Since I'm just starting out I want to have the most versatile trailer possible yet still utilize all the deck space as needed, while still being cost effective.

 

Good point and something I haven't considered.

I'v e got a call into Diamond C trailers to ask about shortening the neck of a 40' trailer to meet the 65' rule. When I get them on the phone I'll ask about weight comparison of monster ramps vs hydraulic dovetail.
If its much of a difference its likely not worth pursuing. I'm hoping to get it ordered on Monday as its a 6 week build time estimate.

 

I'll definitely check on that also. I wish the trailer companies had more detailed info on their sites as it would save a lot of time.

 

What is the load rating on the tail at? I saw it mentioned that it’s 10,000 but that’s not confirmed numbers.

 

Thanks. I ended up ordering the monster ramps. Should have it in 6 weeks or so.