Cattle Trailers for Sale in Cumberland, Maryland
Cumberland is the seat of Allegany County in Western Maryland's Appalachian ridges, near the Pennsylvania and West Virginia lines. Allegany and neighboring Garrett County have beef cow-calf herds, hay ground, and small dairies on steep pasture, and Garrett County's Deep Creek area adds hobby farms and 4-H programs.
Hauling here means mountain grades on I-68, US-220, and US-40, so a trailer must be stout, stable, and corrosion-proof.
Mountain Grades, Heavy Snow, and Road Salt
Western Maryland gets far more snow than the rest of the state, and I-68 and the mountain roads are salted heavily all winter. Freeze-thaw cycles crack paint and let salt in. Hot dip galvanizing covers every surface, inside and out, and our 5/16" seam-welded 3x5 heavy angle frame handles steep grades and rough pasture roads without flexing or cracking.
How Star Manufacturing Trailers Are Built
- 5/16" thick, 3x5 heavy angle frame — seam welded, not stitch welded, for a rigid frame that resists flexing and cracking
- Full hot dip galvanized finish — the entire trailer is submerged in molten zinc after fabrication, so every surface is protected
- Laser cut components — tabbed and slotted for a precision fit and consistent, tight welds
- Sizes from 14' to 40' — bumper-pull and gooseneck configurations for small farms up to commercial loads
Choosing a Size for Allegany County Operations
| Length | Typical Use | Approx. Capacity (1,000 lb cattle) |
|---|---|---|
| 14'–16' | Small farms, show animals, calves | 4–6 head |
| 20'–24' | Cow-calf and dairy heifer hauling | 8–11 head |
| 28'–32' | Larger herds, hauling for neighbors | 12–15 head |
| 36'–40' | Commercial and multi-farm loads | 16–20 head |
Delivery to Cumberland and Allegany County
Cumberland is roughly 1,440 miles and about 26 hours of driving from Wharton, TX. That's a long haul, but we deliver across the Mid-Atlantic regularly, and out-of-state delivery is routine — we quote freight and timing up front with your order.
We also serve buyers in nearby markets including Hagerstown, MD, Bedford, PA.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a heavier frame worth it in the mountains?
Yes. Steep grades and rough ground put real stress on a trailer, and a seam-welded heavy angle frame holds up far better than light tube.
What size works for a hill farm?
Many choose 16'-20' because shorter trailers are easier on tight mountain turns.
What makes a Star Manufacturing trailer different from a typical dealer-lot stock trailer?
Most stock trailers are painted, stitch-welded, and built from lighter tube. Ours use a 5/16" thick 3x5 heavy angle frame that is seam welded, laser-cut tabbed-and-slotted parts for a precise fit, and a full hot dip galvanized finish. You can spec length from 14' to 40' and see instant pricing in the quote builder before you ever call.
Get a Quote
Configure your trailer and see instant pricing with our online quote builder, browse the full cattle trailer lineup, check out our utility construction trailers, or read more on our blog. Questions? Contact us or call (979) 532-1486. Star Manufacturing is located at 2507 County Rd 231, Wharton, TX 77488.