Felling Trailers will debut design modifications to the X-Force hydraulic detachable’s gooseneck at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023. The X-Force product line offers over a dozen models with load capacities ranging from 35 to 60 tons with a selection of available options to ensure the trailer is built to the user’s spec.
The redesign's driving factors focus on operator usability and reducing production time and materials. More often than not, an operator must offload and load equipment on complex terrain that is soft or uneven. Considering this scenario, the gooseneck stirrups were designed to provide an additional 1-3/4-in. ground clearance for hookup and disconnect. Auto-ratcheting load blocks have also been factored into the neck design. As the deck is raised into position, setting the trailer's ride height, the load blocks auto-ratchet into position. An interlocking connection between the load block and the secondary lock mechanism synchronizes the action of the two, eliminating the independent lock handle.
Lastly, the trough of the gooseneck was reconfigured for performance of the lock pin, allowing dirt and debris to fall away. The company is anticipating reaching full production in mid-late 2023. Felling's X-Force HDG series continues to offer a selection of options and features to ensure the trailer is built to spec for various applications.
Gooseneck Design Highlights
- Auto Ratchet Load Blocks: As the deck is raised into position, setting the trailer’s ride height, the load blocks auto-ratchet into position
- Stirrup Design: Provides increased ground clearance of approx. 1-3/4-in. for unlevel terrain conditions
- Interlock Design: Connects the load block and secondary lock mechanism synchronizing action when hooking and unhooking the gooseneck
- Trough Design: Reconfigured the trough design for the vertical pin for reduced buildup of dirt and debris
