If you drive step deck, ramps and load levelers are a necessity, not an accessory. By having a quick way to load, unload and level, you’ll be able to:

• Pick up more jobs for varied loads, because you’ll be able to load equipment easily with ramps and level long cargo.
• Save time loading and unloading because you’ll have your own equipment on hand to get the job done.

HD Ramps manufactures a two-in-one system that allows you to set up a ramp configuration or a load leveler configuration so that you don’t have to store two sets of equipment.

The ramps and support stands are designed to store under your trailer deck and only take about 10 minutes to set up or take down by a single person.

Engineering Solutions for More Efficient Transportation

HD Ramps is constantly innovating, designing and building to manufacture solutions to common loading and transporting problems, and we created our lightweight aluminum two-in-one system specifically to save step deck drivers time, money, and space.

Instead of keeping load leveler bunks and loading ramps on hand, or stored at home base until the next load requires them, a load leveler and ramp kit can be used as one or the other, and stores neatly until the next job. So for the price of a single system, you get both of these:

• Loading ramp system for 20,000 to 23,000 pounds The ramp system repurposes the load levelers as loading ramps for heavy machinery, equipment or vehicles . In addition to the ramps, ramp support stands create an additional point of bracing contact and adjusted to raise or lower the angle of the ramps on center.
• Load leveler bunk system to rest cargo horizontally When hauling larger loads on your step deck, the load levelers even out the gradient so long cargo rests horizontally. Stake pocket supports hold the bunks in place so you can thread a chain, and lumber clips allow hardwood dunnage to be inserted as a bridge between the load and aluminum levelers.

Multiple kit options for step decks with heights of 16", 18", 20", 24" and 26"

HD Ramps offers multiple kit options depending on the size, number of accessories and specific height of your step deck trailer. The key components that make up the kits include:

8' Loading Ramp/Load leveler

These dual-purpose ramps are used for loading in 8' or 16' configurations, or can be turned on their side and used as 8' load levelers. The width of the ramps corresponds to the height that they'll sit at in the load leveler configuration.

Stake Pocket Inserts

These stakes slide down the pin-on ends of the load leveler ramps and slip into the pockets of the trailer. Chain over the top secures the load levelers in place.

Ramp Attaching Brackets

Available in steel or aluminum models, HD Ramps Attaching Brackets, or Skid Seats, must be welded to your drop deck before use (or bolted - aluminum model only), and include long pins to secure the ramp to the deck. This prevents the ramp from kicking out as you load.

Ramp Hanger Brackets

These particular brackets are only to be used on trailers without knee braces. They bolt on, and the ramps slide in for storage.

Lumber Clips

Each kit includes three lumber clips per load leveler. They sit on top of the load levelers and hold lumber to prevent the levelers from scratching or otherwise damaging your load. When pacing lumber, always use wood planks that are true to size to ensure a secure fit.

Load Leveler Spacer

Spacers are sized to be used with 24" and 26" H step decks, and the correct size is included in each pre-built kit. They are placed on top of the load levelers before the lumber clip and dunnage.

Ramp Support Stands

These height-adjustable ramp stands add solid support in 16' long ramp configurations and can be set to several different heights if you need to create a slight arch to help with the loading process. This is important with vehicles or machinery that have a long wheelbase and/or lower ground clearance, so they don’t high-center at the top of the ramps.

Stand Hanger Brackets

Each pair of brackets holds one ramp support stand in place during transit and when they’re not in use.

Have questions or need help choosing the right system for your step deck trailer?

We're here to help. Our dedicated sales team lives and breathes these products and would be happy to talk through your trailer set up to ensure you get the right system that makes the most sense for your trailer and transport needs. Contact us by form, or call us today at 800-211-1198.