Iron CapitalTrailer RentalsSizing guide
What Size Trailer Do I Need for a Move in Colorado Springs?
For most Colorado Springs moves, a 7x14 utility trailer ($90/day) handles a studio or one-bedroom apartment in one or two trips, a 20–22 ft flatbed ($100/day) covers a two-to-three-bedroom house, and a 20 ft enclosed trailer ($150/day) is the pick when furniture has to survive Front Range weather. Match the trailer's GVWR to your load before you book.
How do I match trailer size to what I'm moving?
Count rooms, then think in deck feet. A studio or one-bedroom apartment is usually 8–12 furniture pieces plus 20–40 boxes — that fits a 7x14 utility trailer in one careful load, two if you have patio or garage gear. A two-bedroom home wants 18–20 feet of deck; a three-bedroom with a garage wants the full 22 feet, or two trips.
| Home size | Trailer | Deck | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1-bedroom | 7x14 utility | 7 × 14 ft | $90/day |
| 2-bedroom | 20 ft flatbed | 102" × 20 ft | $100/day |
| 3-bedroom | 22 ft flatbed | 102" × 22 ft | $100/day |
| Any size, bad weather | 20 ft enclosed | 20 ft, lockable | $150/day |
What does GVWR mean and why does it decide your rental?
GVWR is the maximum the trailer plus cargo can legally weigh. Our 7x14 utility and 18 ft car hauler are rated 7,000 lb; the flatbeds run 9,900–9,990 lb; the 22 ft equipment trailer carries up to 14,000 lb. Household goods rarely max out a deck's space before its weight, but appliances, tools, and shop equipment do — a full gun safe, a riding mower, and a toolbox stack up fast. Your tow vehicle's rating matters just as much: check the door-jamb sticker and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's towing safety guidance before you hook up.
When is an enclosed trailer worth the extra $60 a day?
Three cases: weather, security, and distance. Front Range afternoons can go from sun to hail in an hour, and an open deck means tarping everything. If the move spans more than a day, an enclosed trailer locks overnight. And on I-25 or US-24 at highway speed, enclosed walls beat even good strap work for mattresses and boxed goods. For furniture-only moves across town on a clear morning, save the $60 and take a flatbed — the winch, straps, and ramps are already on it, included free.
What we tell renters at the yard
We're a family-owned Colorado Springs operation, and the most common sizing mistake we see isn't renting too small — it's renting too small and planning one trip. If you're between sizes, take the bigger deck: the price difference is $10–$25 a day, and a second loaded trip up Academy or across the Powers corridor costs you an afternoon. Every trailer we rent leaves with a winch, straps, and ramps, so plan your load order around the heavy pieces going on first, over the axles.
How do I book the right trailer once I've sized it?
Reserve online at bookings with a $50 booking fee that applies to your total, or call or text 719-661-3946 seven days a week. Bring a valid Colorado driver's license, proof of auto insurance, and a credit card for the refundable deposit. Compare every deck and rate on the fleet page, or read the full 2026 cost breakdown before you commit.
Quick answers before you book
What size trailer fits a one-bedroom apartment?
A 7x14 utility trailer ($90/day, 7,000 lb GVWR) handles a typical studio or one-bedroom Colorado Springs apartment in one or two loads. If you have a full patio set, bikes, or garage shelving on top of the furniture, step up to a 20 ft flatbed at $100/day and finish in one trip.
Do I need a special license to tow a rental trailer in Colorado?
No. A standard Colorado driver's license covers every trailer in our fleet, including the 14,000 lb GVWR equipment trailer. What you do need is a tow vehicle rated for the loaded weight, a working hitch and lights, and the license, insurance, and credit card we ask for at pickup.
Can I keep the trailer for a multi-day move?
Yes. Daily rates run $90–$150 depending on the trailer, and weekly rates save roughly 15% — the 7x14 utility is $540/week and the enclosed trailer is $900/week. Book the days you need online or call 719-661-3946 and we'll set it up.
What if my furniture won't all fit in one load?
Plan two trips or take a bigger deck. Locally, a second trip across Colorado Springs usually beats renting a second trailer. Load heavy items first over the axles, use the included winch and straps, and leave soft items for the top layer.