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title: Engineering & Innovation | Switchback Trailers
description: Explore the engineering and practical features behind Switchback off-road trailers.
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# Engineering & Innovation

*“Make it highly functional... make every part have a functional use”*

01 / STRUCTURE & MANUFACTURE

## ENGINEERING

1. 1
   
   ### FOLDED STEEL CONSTRUCTION
   
   Strategic folds add stiffness and strength without relying on unnecessary material or excessive weight.
2. 2
   
   ### EXOSKELETON CHASSIS DESIGN
   
   The chassis and body structure work together, distributing loads through the trailer rather than concentrating them in isolated areas.
3. 3
   
   ### MATERIAL WHERE IT MATTERS
   
   Steel grade and thickness are selected according to the loads each component is designed to carry.
4. 4
   
   ### FULLY GALVANISED CHASSIS
   
   The complete steel chassis is galvanised to provide long-term corrosion protection, including hard-to-reach areas that conventional surface coatings can miss.
5. 5
   
   ### THE RIGHT WELD FOR THE RIGHT JOINT
   
   Laser, MIG or TIG welding is carefully selected for each joint based on material thickness, access, strength requirements, heat input and finish.

WELDING & FABRICATION

![Welded trailer body and storage recess before galvanising](https://www.switchbacktrailers.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/switchback-theme-dev/images/innovation/weld-structure.png)

Trailer fabrication / before galvanising

![Close-up of welds around a steel mounting lug](https://www.switchbacktrailers.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/switchback-theme-dev/images/innovation/weld-bracket.png)

Mounting lug / weld detail

![Close-up of laser welding along the edge of a trailer body opening](https://www.switchbacktrailers.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/switchback-theme-dev/images/innovation/weld-opening-closeup.png)

Laser welding / body opening detail

![Close-up of Switchback galvanised folded structure](https://www.switchbacktrailers.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/switchback-theme-dev/images/live-home/mosaic-storage.jpg)

02 / DESIGNED AROUND USE

## FUNCTIONALITY

Nothing is there by accident.

1. 1
   
   ### PROTECTED COMPONENTS
   
   Vulnerable components such as lighting, wiring and hardware are recessed or positioned away from common impact zones.
2. 2
   
   ### MIRROR-VISIBLE TIE-DOWNS
   
   Major side tie-down points can be seen from the tow vehicle mirrors, making it easier to monitor loads while travelling.
3. 3
   
   ### VISIBLE OPEN DOORS
   
   Side doors are positioned so an incorrectly secured door is more likely to be noticed from the driver’s seat.
4. 4
   
   ### WORKING-HEIGHT WELLSIDE
   
   The trailer body doubles as a practical workbench when you’re on site or in the field.
5. 5
   
   ### USABLE FRONT DECK
   
   The drawbar area becomes additional storage and working space rather than wasted structure.
6. 6
   
   ### RETAINED TAILGATE
   
   The bolt-hinge design keeps the tailgate positively located instead of relying on loose removable pins.
7. 7
   
   ### INTEGRATED RECOVERY POINTS
   
   Heavy-duty rear points provide practical locations for recovery and securing the trailer.
8. 8
   
   ### TOW-VEHICLE-FRIENDLY WHEEL TRACK
   
   The wheel track is designed to follow closely behind common utes, helping the trailer track naturally through narrow or rough terrain.
9. 9
   
   ### TIGHT SWEPT PATH
   
   Geometry is considered so the trailer follows the tow vehicle closely through corners and confined areas.
10. 10
    
    ### OFF-ROAD CLEARANCE
    
    Wheel size, overhangs and body geometry are designed around usable ground clearance and strong approach and departure characteristics.
11. 11
    
    ### LARGE-DIAMETER TYRES
    
    31-inch tyres provide a strong starting point for rough terrain, with the architecture allowing larger tyre options where required.
12. 12
    
    ### ACCESSIBLE STORAGE
    
    Storage is designed around being able to reach equipment quickly without unloading everything around it.

![Switchback wellside trailer carrying equipment in the field](https://www.switchbacktrailers.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/switchback-theme-dev/images/live-home/mosaic-wellside.jpg)

One platform. Every component considered.

![Switchback trailer being towed across a rural field](https://www.switchbacktrailers.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/switchback-theme-dev/images/live-home/mosaic-field.jpg)

Designed for real-world towing.

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