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Do you have questions about any trailer in particular? Or are you looking for information about what type of trailer would best suit your activities? Everything you might want to know can be found below in our brochures, manuals or frequently asked questions. You can then visit your distributor armed with all the information you need.
Can’t find what you’re looking for? In that case, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.
User guides
Even though we guarantee the best quality for our trailers, there are some things you need to remember when using a trailer. So read our user guides for the different types of BWs.
Domestic trailer Standard
Operating instructions for all Standard series domestic trailers with a weight class of 500kg to 750kg.
Tipper Eco series
Operating instructions for all Tipper Eco trailers with a weight class of 750kg.
Tipper Eco series
Operating instructions for all Tipper Eco series trailers with a weight class of 750kg to 1.500kg.
Tipper Pro series
Operating instructions for all Tipper Pro series trailers with a weight class of 1.900kg to 3.500kg.
Tipper Tridem series
Operating instructions for all Tipper Tridem series trailers with a weight class of 2.500kg to 3.500kg.
Flatbed Eco series
Operating instructions for all Flatbed Eco series trailers with a weight class of 500kg to 750kg.
Flatbed Eco series
Operating instructions for all Flatbed Eco series trailers with a weight class of 750kg to 1.500kg.
Flatbed Pro series
Operating instructions for all Flatbed Pro series trailers with a weight class of 1.500kg to 3.500kg.
Flatbed Tridem series
Operating instructions for all Flatbed Tridem series trailers with a weight class of 2.500kg to 3.500kg.
Domestic trailer Buddy
Operating instructions for all Buddy series domestic trailers with a weight class of 500kg to 750kg.
Dog series
Operating instructions for all Dog trailers with a weight class of 500kg to 750kg.
Small livestock series
Operating instructions for all Small Livestock trailers with a weight class of 500kg to 750kg.
Moto / Quad series
Operating instructions for all Moto / Quad trailers with a weight class of 500kg to 750kg.
Publicity series
Operating instructions for all Publicity trailers with a weight class of 325kg.
Luggage series
Operating instructions for all Luggage trailers with a weight class of 500kg to 750kg.
Frequently asked questions
What is the loading capacity of my trailer?
The loading capacity of a trailer depends on the mass in running order of the trailer and its Maximum Authorised Mass (MAM).
The useful loading capacity of the trailer = MAM - mass in running order.
What driving licence do I need to drive a trailer?
MAM of the trailer is less than 750 kg (Driving licence B)
MAM of the trailer is greater than 750kg but MAM towing vehicle + trailer is maximum 3500 kg (Driving licence B)
MAM of the trailer is greater than 750 kg and MAM towing vehicle + trailer is between 3500 kg and 4250 kg (Driving licence B with code 96)
MAM of the trailer is greater than 750 kg and MAM towing vehicle + trailer is greater than 4250 kg and maximum 7000 kg (Driving licence BE)
What is the MAM of my trailer?
MAM stands for the Maximum Authorised Mass of the trailer and is the maximum total weight the trailer, including all variable contents, may weigh.
The MAM is a fixed value determined by BW Trailers and indicates the maximum weight that can be moved safely with this type of trailer.
The MAM can always be found on the certificate of conformity or on the chassis plate fixed to the trailer.
What type of plug/connection does my trailer have?
All trailers from BW Trailers with an MAM up to 750 kg are fitted as standard with a 7-pin plug in accordance with ISO 1724 and are optionally available with a 13-
pin plug in accordance with ISO 11446.
Braked trailers over 750 kg are fitted as standard with this 13-pin plug (also known as the Jaeger connector).
Special adapters are available for both plug variants and a wiring diagram is included in all the manuals provided by BW Trailers.
What is the correct tyre pressure for my trailer?
The maximum tyre pressure is indicated on the tyre.
Please note that the unit is often given in PSI (Pounds/Square inch).
As a rule of thumb, you can assume that 1 bar = 14.5 PSI.
The recommended tyre pressure for most of the tyres used by BW Trailers can be found below:
| Type of tyre | Max.tyre pressure (bar) |
|---|---|
| 155/80R13 | 3,4 |
| 165R13C | 4,6 |
| 185R14C | 4,5 |
| 195/50B10 | 6,0 |
| 195/50R13C | 6,5 |
| 185/60R12C | 6,5 |