Cattle Trailers for Sale in Dover, Delaware
Dover is Delaware's capital and the seat of Kent County, the middle of the state's three counties and its main farm belt for dairy, grain, and vegetables. Kent County still has working dairies and beef herds, and the Delaware State Fair in nearby Harrington is a major annual event for livestock exhibitors and 4-H families across the state.
Delaware farms are compact but busy, and many owners haul regularly to the Maryland Eastern Shore, to Pennsylvania sales, and to the fair circuit.
Coastal Humidity Plus Salted Winter Roads
Kent County sits between Delaware Bay and the Chesapeake watershed, so air is damp and salty most of the year. US-13, Route 1, and Route 8 are salted when winter storms come through, and brine splashes into every weld and hinge on a trailer. Painted trailers tend to rust out at those points first. Hot dip galvanizing covers every surface, including the inside of tubing, which paint can never reach, and our laser-cut, tabbed-and-slotted parts mean tight, consistent welds with fewer crevices where moisture can sit.
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 Kent 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 Dover and Kent County
Dover is roughly 1,600 miles and about 29 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 Salisbury, MD, Georgetown, DE.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is right for show animals?
Most show families choose 16'-20', which holds a few animals plus tack and feed and is manageable at crowded fairgrounds.
Can I order online?
Yes. Use the online quote builder at /build for instant pricing, then call us to finalize delivery.
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.