Cattle Trailers in Bryan, College Station & the Brazos Valley
The Brazos Valley sits at the heart of Texas cattle country. Brazos, Robertson, Burleson, Milam, and Leon counties have thousands of cow-calf operations, stocker operations, and commercial ranches that move cattle regularly. If you're hauling out of Bryan, College Station, Hearne, Calvert, Caldwell, or anywhere in the region, Star Manufacturing builds the trailer that's ready for that work — and built to outlast the humid Central Texas climate.
Heavy Steel, Galvanized to Last
Every Star Manufacturing cattle trailer starts with a 5/16" thick, 3×5 heavy angle steel frame — seam welded, not spot welded. That means the structural integrity runs the entire length of every joint, not just at intervals. Then the finished trailer goes through full hot-dip galvanizing: submerged in molten zinc so every surface, inside and out, is protected.
In the humid Brazos Valley climate, that matters. Painted trailers rust from the inside out — at weld joints, under floor boards, inside structural tubes where you can't see it happening. Galvanizing eliminates that problem at the source.
Built in Wharton, Delivered to the Brazos Valley
Star Manufacturing is located in Wharton, TX — roughly 90 miles south of Bryan/College Station on TX-21 or US-290 to US-59. Most Brazos Valley buyers can make the pickup drive in under two hours. We also discuss delivery options for customers placing larger orders; call us to talk through logistics.
Trailer Sizes for Any Operation
| Trailer Length | Approximate Capacity (1,000 lb steers) | Best Use |
|---|---|---|
| 14'–16' | 5–7 head | Small ranch, vet runs, local moves |
| 20'–24' | 8–12 head | Mid-size cow-calf operations |
| 28'–32' | 14–18 head | Commercial stockers, sale barn runs |
| 36'–40' | 20–26 head | Large commercial hauling |
Actual capacity varies by cattle size and configuration. Use our online quote builder to spec your exact setup.
Counties and Communities We Serve
- Brazos County: Bryan, College Station, Kurten, Millican
- Robertson County: Hearne, Calvert, Franklin, Bremond
- Burleson County: Caldwell, Somerville, Snook
- Leon County: Centerville, Buffalo, Normangee, Jewett
- Milam County: Cameron, Rockdale, Milano, Buckholts
Livestock Markets in the Brazos Valley
The Brazos Valley has active sale barn activity, including markets at Hearne and trading throughout the region during spring and fall runs. A well-built trailer that can handle back-to-back sale barn loads — cleaned, loaded, unloaded, and loaded again — is worth the investment. Star Manufacturing's laser-cut, tabbed-and-slotted components mean tighter tolerances and a trailer that doesn't rattle loose after a year of hard use.
Get Pricing Online Right Now
No waiting on a quote callback. Use the Star Manufacturing quote builder to select your length, width, configuration, and finish and get instant pricing. Or call (979) 532-1486 if you want to talk through options with someone who knows trailers.
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Star Manufacturing | 2507 County Rd 231, Wharton, TX 77488 | (979) 532-1486