Build Smarts ESS House Trailer

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Overview

Stronger Under Pressure.

Engineered for the complexities of house and oversized building relocation, TRT House Trailers are built to deliver control, stability and capability on demanding moves. Available in 3, 4 or 5 axle configurations, they can be specified with ESS steering or hydraulic castor steering to suit your operation.


Features

From straightforward house trailer builds through to advanced ESS steering, modular capability and full house moving plant setups, TRT brings the design, manufacturing and support capability together in one place.

  • Axle Configurations

    TRT House Trailers are available in 3, 4 or 5 axle configurations to suit different building sizes, payloads and site requirements.

    Full modular system offering a range of; clip-ons, deck inserts, bumper extensions.

  • ESS or hydraulic castor steering

    Choose from TRT’s Electronic Steering System or a hydraulic castor steering system, depending on the size and overall design of the trailer.

    Both options are designed to help operators manage tight access, challenging routes and precise positioning.

  • Built for tight access

    House relocation often means working in narrow streets, tight driveways and difficult sites. TRT House Trailers are engineered to give operators greater control where standard trailer setups can struggle.

  • Hydraulic positioning options

    TRT House Trailers can be configured with hydraulic features to assist with height, alignment and positioning on site.

    Extensive range of options; side shifts, side step legs, weigh system, auto height and levelling, etc.

  • Specialised equipment options

    TRT House Trailers can be outfitted with a range of specialised equipment, including winch tractors, push-pull truck rams, hydraulic sliders and jacking plant. These options help create a more complete house moving setup around your crew and workflow.

  • Built to order by TRT

    Every house moving operation is different, so TRT builds trailers around real-world requirements. From axle layout and steering system to hydraulics and specialist equipment, each build is specified for the job.


Specifications

Precision steering for seamless building relocation.

TRT House Trailers can be specified across a range of axle, steering, hydraulic and equipment options.

Final specifications are confirmed with the TRT team based on your payload, site access and operating requirements.

Details
Axle configurations
3 axle
4 axle
5 axle
Contact TRT Trailer sales for any other configurations.
Steering systems
ESS steering up to 35° either side of straight ahead (remote or cab-screen control)
Hydraulic castor steering up to 20° either side
Deck widths
2.5m out to 3.09m castor steering type
2.9m out to 3.09m ESS steering type
Deck height range
Standard Chassis:
0.88m fully lowered
2.80m fully raised
Super low chassis:
0.70m fully lowered
2.6m fully raised
Trombone Design
Dual box beam or Fabricated I-beam construction dependant on trailer size & length.
Hydraulic suspension
Double-acting on left and right legs and gooseneck.
Side shift options
Hydraulic landing feet/side step
Kingpin side shift.
Front and rear chassis side shift.
Gooseneck mounted push/pull.
Quick Connect modules
1 and 2 axle clip-on modules; trailer reconfiguration in 20 to 30 minutes.
Deck inserts & Bumper Extensions available.
Contact TRT Trailer sales for any other configurations.
Specialised equipment
House jacking plant
Winch tractors
Push-pull truck setup.
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Manufacture
Designed, engineered, and manufactured in-house at TRT's Hamilton, New Zealand facility.
Support
Parts, service, and technical support across New Zealand and Australia

House Jacking Plant

Up, on, and out.

A smoother house move starts before the trailer arrives.

TRT House Jacking Plant is designed to help crews lift, control and transfer buildings efficiently on site. The system prepares and raises the structure before the trailer is positioned, helping reduce time on site and improving the flow from lift to load to transport.

Available as a safe, double-acting hydraulic system. TRT House Jacking Plant can be configured to suit the structure, crew and job requirements. Systems are available across a range of jack counts and capacities, with power pack, hose harness and remote-control options available.

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Specialised Builds

Built around the job, not the catalogue.

Some house moving jobs need more than a standard trailer.

That is where TRT’s specialised build capability makes the difference. From trailer configuration through to hydraulic equipment, winch tractors, push-pull truck sliders, steering modules and custom mounting points, TRT can design and manufacture equipment that fits the work.

Specialised builds can support operators looking to increase capability, improve site efficiency, take on more complex relocation projects, or upgrade older equipment with a more practical setup.

  • Winch tractors

    Purpose-built tractor units that provide controlled pulling power for positioning and moving structures on site.

  • Push-pull truck slider

    Hydraulic ram systems designed to help crews push, pull and accurately position buildings during relocation.

  • Clip-on steering modules

    Modular steering components that can be added to support greater control and manoeuvrability on specialised moves.

  • And much more

    Explore specialised builds designed around complex challenges.

Ask a question

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What axle configurations are available for TRT House Trailers?

    TRT House Trailers are typically available in 3, 4 or 5 axle configurations however the sky is the limit.

  • What steering systems are available?

    TRT House Trailers can be specified with ESS steering or hydraulic castor steering. ESS steering technology coupled with the ESS interface takes house moving into the future.

  • Can TRT supply house moving equipment as well as the trailer?

    Yes. TRT can outfit house trailer operations with specialist equipment such as house jacking plant, winch tractors, push-pull truck sliders, clip-on modules and custom equipment.

  • Can TRT build a custom house trailer setup?

    Yes. TRT designs and manufactures house trailers and specialised equipment to suit customer requirements. Trailer configuration, steering, hydraulics, deck arrangement and support equipment can all be worked through with the TRT team.

  • What is House Jacking Plant used for?

    House Jacking Plant is used to safely lift and lower the structure to suit your requirements. We offer both 4 and 10 tonne perimeter toe jacks as well as custom short / multi stage options.

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