How to Secure Equipment on a Rental Trailer for
Austin Area Hauls
Four-point securement with chains and load binders is the correct method for equipment in the skid steer and excavator weight class. Chains attach to the machine's designated frame tie-down rings, not to bodywork or accessories that can flex or fail under tension. Ratchet straps are not adequate for machines in this weight range.
On a tilt deck rental, confirm the deck lock is fully engaged before moving the rig. Austin's active traffic on I-35, MoPac, and the surrounding highway network means a properly secured machine and a locked deck are the baseline before any equipment trailer leaves the yard. Big Rentals reviews the tie-down process at pickup for every equipment trailer rental in Austin.