Star Manufacturing vs Big Bend Trailers: Cattle Trailer Comparison
Big Bend Trailers has a loyal following among Texas and New Mexico ranchers. But if you're comparing Big Bend to Star Manufacturing cattle trailers, the differences matter — especially if you operate anywhere near the Gulf Coast.
Frame and Build Quality
Star Manufacturing builds every cattle trailer on a 5/16" thick, 3×5 heavy angle frame, seam welded for maximum integrity. All components and arch ladders are laser cut, tabbed and slotted to fit together with precision — like a puzzle. This isn't standard fabrication; it's engineered for decades of service.
Big Bend builds quality livestock trailers suited to the Southwest market, with several models and configurations available.
Corrosion Protection
Star Manufacturing offers full hot dip galvanized finishing — the entire trailer submerged in molten zinc for maximum corrosion protection. Big Bend trailers are available in standard painted finishes.
For ranchers in dry West Texas or New Mexico, paint may suffice. But anywhere along the Gulf Coast — from Corpus Christi to Pensacola — hot dip galvanizing is the difference between a 15-year trailer and a 40-year trailer.
Standard Features
Star Manufacturing cattle trailers include these features at no extra charge:
- Enclosed light boxes
- Interior load lights and rear work lights
- Heavy-duty Jost jacks
- Reinforced cut gates that swing both ways
- Double bows at every gate
- Cleated washout grates every 4 feet
Online Pricing Transparency
Star Manufacturing's online quote builder lets you configure any cattle trailer from 14' to 40' and see the price instantly. No phone calls, no waiting, no surprises. Try doing that with any other manufacturer.
Ready to see the difference? Call (979) 532-1486 or build your trailer online.