Now Lighter and Stronger Than Before: Hicks Re-Engineers Its Dump Bodies and End Dumps

Now Re-Engineered: Lighter and Stronger Than Before

Hicks announced today a major advancement in its aluminum dump bodies and end dump trailers. The re-designed line is now lighter than ever before—while maintaining the uncompromising strength and durability that defines Hicks. Read the Trailer Body Builders article here for industry coverage of this announcement. 

For example, the new Hicks wide-body 39-foot, 52-cubic-yard end dump weighs just 9,751 lbs.

Featuring 3.5-inch double walls:

Interlocking floor with alternating, replaceable crossmembers:    

Replaceable parts for quick and easy maintenance:

Combines exceptional strength with reduced weight—coming in approximately 400–500 lbs. lighter than other leading aluminum end dumps.

What This Means for Haulers

A design that allows customers to haul more payload per trip, boost efficiency, and cut fuel costs without sacrificing durability. Built with the same engineering principles as truck chassis and bridges, Hicks’ high-strength fastener construction delivers long-term reliability with no welds, no cracks, and no warping. 

Built the Hicks Way

The lighter design doesn’t mean compromise. Hicks trailers are weld-free, using high-strength fasteners instead of welds to prevent cracks, eliminates warping, and simplifies maintenance over the long haul. Hicks trailers and dump bodies have smooth, flat floors that do not warp over time and replaceable components that minimize maintenance and downtime.

A Focus on Innovation

“Our focus has always simply been innovation that creates value for our customers,” said Jeff Hicks, President. “This re-engineering effort ensures that haulers get a trailer that is both stronger and lighter, with less maintenance, helping them achieve more with every load.”

Explore the New Specs

See how Hicks can help you move more with less. Updated specifications, including published tare weights for all models, are available now at www.hickstrailers.com.  

Ready to upgrade?

Whether you’re hauling asphalt, gravel, or topsoil, your Hicks will work harder and last longer—with less maintenance and more payload. Let's talk about how our unmatched design can work for your fleet.

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