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General & Medium Duty Deck Over Aluminum Open Trailer — 8′ Unimpeded Deck Width for Maximum Hauling Versatility
Legend Manufacturing's General Duty (GDO) and Medium Duty (MDO) Deck Over Aluminum Open Trailers deliver a full 98″ deck width with an all-aluminum construction that reduces tow weight, extends service life, and simplifies loading and unloading. Available in tandem-axle configurations with GVWR ratings from 7,000# (GDO) up to 12,000# (MDO), these trailers are engineered for contractors and trades professionals who need maximum usable deck space. Both models ship in three standard lengths — 8.5×20, 8.5×22, and 8.5×24 — and are well-suited for hauling golf carts, ATVs, side-by-sides, small tractors, and general cargo. A 48″ beavertail and 12″ × 96″ aluminum slide-in ramps are included standard on all configurations.

Technical Specifications

General Duty (GDO) — Dimensional Specs by Model

Specification
8.5×20
8.5×22
8.5×24

Overall Length
292″
316″
340″

Overall Width
102″
102″
102″

Deck Length
240.5″
264.5″
288.5″

Deck Width
98″
98″
98″

Deck Height
33″
33″
33″

Rear Load Type
12″ × 96″ Aluminum Ramps
12″ × 96″ Aluminum Ramps
12″ × 96″ Aluminum Ramps

Medium Duty (MDO) — Dimensional Specs by Model

Specification
8.5×20
8.5×22
8.5×24

Overall Length
292″
316″
340″

Overall Width
102″
102″
102″

Deck Length
240.5″
264.5″
288.5″

Deck Width
98″
98″
98″

Deck Height
33″
33″
33″

Rear Load Type
12″ × 96″ Aluminum Ramps
12″ × 96″ Aluminum Ramps
12″ × 96″ Aluminum Ramps

Running Gear — GDO (All Sizes)

Specification
Details

Axle Configuration
Tandem

Axle Type
EZ-Lube Torsion

Axle Size
3,500#

Brakes
2 Electric Brakes

Tire Size
ST205/75R15

Wheels
Silver Mod Steel

GVWR
7,000#

Running Gear — MDO (All Sizes)

Specification
Details

Axle Configuration
Tandem

Axle Type
EZ-Lube Torsion

Axle Size
5,200#

Brakes
2 Electric Brakes

Tire Size
ST225/75R15

Wheels
Silver Mod Steel

GVWR
9,990# or 12,000#

Frame & Structure — GDO (All Sizes)

Specification
Details

Frame
2″ × 6″ Tube

Tongue
2″ × 6″ Tube w/ Steel Reinforcement

Cross Member Size
2″ × 3″ Tube

Cross Member Spacing
16″ OC

Bump Rail
2″ Tube

Frame & Structure — MDO (All Sizes)

Specification
Details

Frame
2″ × 7″ Tube

Tongue
2″ × 6″ Tube w/ Steel Reinforcement

Cross Member Size
2″ × 3″ Tube

Cross Member Spacing
16″ OC

Bump Rail
2″ Tube

Deck & Beavertail — All Models

Specification
Details

Beavertail
48″

Floor
Dura Color Dimensional Pine 2 × 6

Hardware & Accessories — GDO (All Sizes)

Specification
Details

Exterior Lighting Type
Surface Mount L.E.D.

Coupler
2-5/16″ Adjustable

Jack
7,000# Drop-Leg w/ Foot

Fenders
—

Rub Rail
1/4″ × 2″ Feathered

Stake Pockets
Included w/ Chain Spools

Tie Downs
Optional

Hardware & Accessories — MDO (All Sizes)

Specification
Details

Exterior Lighting Type
Surface Mount L.E.D.

Coupler
2-5/16″ Adjustable

Jack
7,000# Drop-Leg w/ Foot

Fenders
—

Rub Rail
3/8″ × 2″ Feathered

Stake Pockets
Included w/ Chain Spools

Tie Downs
Optional

Warranty

Coverage
Term

Structural Warranty (Legend Open Series)
3 Years

Commercial Use Warranty
1 Year

Rental Unit / Dealer Demo
90 Days from original retail purchase

The all-aluminum construction of the GDO and MDO Deck Over trailers sets them apart from comparable steel-frame alternatives by reducing overall tow weight and improving corrosion resistance over the trailer's service life. The choice between the GDO and MDO allows contractors to right-size their trailer to the load — the MDO's heavier 5,200# axles, larger ST225/75R15 tires, and 2″ × 7″ frame tube provide the structural margin needed for heavier equipment without stepping up to a full heavy-duty platform.

Key Features & Benefits

All-Aluminum Construction
The aluminum frame and deck design reduces tow weight compared to steel alternatives, which can lower fuel consumption and reduce wear on the tow vehicle over time. Aluminum's inherent corrosion resistance also means less maintenance and longer service life in outdoor and wet-weather environments.

98″ Unimpeded Deck Width
At 98″ wide, the deck-over design eliminates the wheel-well intrusions found on standard trailers, giving contractors the full 8′ of usable deck space across the entire length of the trailer. This is critical when loading wide equipment such as side-by-sides, compact tractors, or multiple ATVs side by side.

EZ-Lube Torsion Axles
EZ-Lube torsion axles simplify routine bearing maintenance by allowing grease to be added without disassembling the hub, reducing downtime in the field. Torsion-style suspension also provides independent wheel articulation, which improves load stability on uneven terrain.

48″ Beavertail with 12″ × 96″ Aluminum Ramps
The 48″ beavertail reduces the effective loading angle, making it easier to drive low-clearance equipment onto the deck without high-centering. The included 12″ × 96″ aluminum slide-in ramps extend the loading surface further and are standard on all model sizes.

Stake Pockets with Chain Spools
Stake pockets with integrated chain spools are included standard, giving operators built-in anchor points for securing loads with chains or straps without requiring additional hardware. This is particularly useful for equipment hauling where load shift must be controlled.

Surface Mount L.E.D. Lighting
Surface-mounted LED exterior lighting provides high visibility and long service life compared to incandescent alternatives. LEDs draw less current from the tow vehicle's electrical system and are more resistant to vibration-related failure during transport.

7,000# Drop-Leg Jack with Foot
The heavy-duty 7,000# drop-leg jack with foot provides stable support during hitching and unhitching, even on soft or uneven ground. The drop-leg design allows for faster height adjustment when connecting to varying hitch heights.

Common Applications

ATV / UTV Hauling
The 98″ deck width accommodates side-by-sides and ATVs that exceed the usable width of standard trailers, and the beavertail-plus-ramp system makes loading straightforward for a single operator.

Golf Cart Transport
The deck-over design allows multiple golf carts to be loaded side by side, maximizing the number of units transported per trip — a key efficiency factor for golf course maintenance and event contractors.

Lawn & Landscape Equipment
Zero-turn mowers, stand-on mowers, and other wide-deck landscape equipment load easily onto the full-width deck, and the stake pockets with chain spools provide secure tie-down points for equipment in transit.

Auto Hauling
The MDO configuration's GVWR options up to 12,000# and wider tire/axle package make it suitable for hauling passenger vehicles or light trucks where deck width and load capacity are both required.

Small Tractor & Compact Equipment Transport
Compact utility tractors and skid-steer attachments that require a wide, flat deck surface are well-served by the deck-over platform, particularly in the MDO configuration with its heavier axle and frame ratings.

General Cargo Hauling
The combination of stake pockets, optional tie-downs, and a full-width deck makes these trailers adaptable for general freight, palletized materials, and bulk cargo applications across construction and landscaping trades.

Compatible Materials

ATVs and UTVs / Side-by-Sides
Golf carts
Small tractors and compact utility tractors
Zero-turn and stand-on lawn mowers
Passenger vehicles and light trucks (MDO)
Palletized general cargo
Bulk landscape materials
Skid-steer attachments and small equipment

Product Documents

General Duty Deck Over | Tandem Axle — Product Guide PDF
Medium Duty Deck Over | Tandem Axle — Product Guide PDF
Manufacturer's Limited Warranty Information

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the difference between the General Duty (GDO) and Medium Duty (MDO) models?A: The GDO is rated for 7,000# GVWR and uses 3,500# axles with ST205/75R15 tires and a 2″ × 6″ frame tube. The MDO steps up to 5,200# axles, ST225/75R15 tires, a heavier 2″ × 7″ frame tube, a thicker 3/8″ × 2″ feathered rub rail, and is available in 9,990# or 12,000# GVWR configurations.
Q: Are tie-downs included standard?A: Tie-downs are optional on both the GDO and MDO. Stake pockets with chain spools are included standard on all models and provide built-in anchor points for chains or straps.
Q: What sizes are available?A: Both the GDO and MDO are available in three standard sizes: 8.5×20, 8.5×22, and 8.5×24. Overall lengths are 292″, 316″, and 340″ respectively, with a consistent 102″ overall width and 98″ deck width across all sizes.
Q: What is the warranty on these trailers?A: The Legend Open Series structural warranty is 3 years from the date of original purchase. Commercial use is covered for 1 year. Trailers used as rental units or dealer demos are warranted for 90 days. The warranty is non-transferable and requires registration within 15 days of purchase. Components such as tires, axles, brakes, lights, and flooring are warranted by their respective manufacturers and are excluded from the Legend Limited Warranty.
Q: What type of flooring is used on the deck?A: All models use Dura Color Dimensional Pine 2 × 6 flooring. Note that engineered wood and wooden flooring are warranted by their respective manufacturers and are excluded from the Legend Limited Warranty.
Q: What coupler size is used, and is it adjustable?A: All models use a 2-5/16″ adjustable coupler, which accommodates the most common ball sizes used on heavy-duty tow vehicles and allows for height adjustment to match varying hitch configurations.
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