MANCHESTER, Iowa – XL Specialized Trailers, a market-leading specialized trailer manufacturer, has launched their new XL 90 Hydraulic Detachable Extendable (HDE) to the market. The XL 90 HDE is a unique lowboy, using XL’s trusted extendable technology to extend the main deck from 28 feet 4 inches to 50 feet 3 inches with extension stops every 24 inches.
The patented Extend-A-Trac uses 6-inch greasable rollers with oil-impregnated bronze bushings for smoother extension and retraction. The 53-foot 5-inch long trailer has a flip axle to help scale large loads and a 44-inch flip neck with kingpin settings at 16 inches and 24 inches, which together make the unit 84 feet long when extended. A detachable wheel area allows drivers to insert more decking.
Operators will appreciate the extra versatility of the XL 90 HDE. The unit comes with a pin-on axle, yet is prepped for a single-axle power booster as well. The gooseneck features variable ride with five ride height positions, a 13-horsepower unit with cover, and 74-inch swing clearance. Other unique features include a PSI system, a 20,000-pound brake rating, a second leveling valve and a shut-off valve on all axles. A 4-way plug runs the electrical dump valve and also dumps the air from the flip axle. A 4+3+4 taillight system plus four clearance lights per side and mid-turn lights make the HDE highly visible.
“The XL 90 HDE is one of those unique products that has a versatile spec and lots of desired options,” says Rodney Crim, vice president of sales at XL. “We believe this trailer will benefit many drivers out there and we had a lot of interest from customers when we introduced it at the Mid-America Trucking Show recently.”
