Cattle Trailers for Sale in Grand Island, Nebraska
Grand Island is the seat of Hall County in central Nebraska and home to the Fonner Park/Nebraska State Fair grounds and the Swift beef plant, one of the largest in the state. Surrounding Hall, Buffalo, Merrick, and Howard counties run cow-calf herds, backgrounding lots, and feedlots along the Platte River.
Producers here run I-80, US-30, and NE-2 to sales barns across central Nebraska and to feedlots along the Platte.
Platte Valley Feedlots and I-80 Salt
Feedlot manure acids and ammonia attack painted steel regardless of weather, and I-80 is salted heavily every winter. Hot dip galvanizing coats every surface, inside the tubing too, and our 5/16" seam-welded 3x5 heavy angle frame handles daily commercial loading.
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 Hall 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 Grand Island and Hall County
Grand Island is roughly 960 miles and about 17 hours of driving from Wharton, TX. That's a long haul, but we deliver across the Plains 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 Kearney, NE, Omaha, NE.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size do central Nebraska operations buy?
Cow-calf outfits usually pick 20'-24' gooseneck; commercial haulers go 32'-40'.
Can I price a trailer online?
Yes, /build gives instant pricing from 14' to 40'.
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.
How long does a custom order take?
Every trailer is built to order in Wharton, TX. Call (979) 532-1486 for current lead times, and we will confirm delivery timing when you place the order.
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.