Cattle Trailers with Spare Tire Mounts: Roadside-Ready With a Load on Board
A blown tire on a loaded cattle trailer is a different problem than a blown tire on an empty one — you've got live animals sitting on the shoulder of the highway while you figure out a fix. Star Manufacturing builds an integrated spare tire mount into every cattle trailer, so a full-size spare rides secured to the frame and ready to go, not buried under gear or left at home because there was nowhere convenient to carry it. Every mount is welded into the same 5/16" seam-welded, hot dip galvanized frame as the rest of the trailer, in 14' to 40' lengths.
The mount is positioned to keep weight distribution balanced and the spare out of the way of loading, gates, and ground clearance — accessible when you need it, out from underfoot when you don't.
Spare Tire Mount Specs
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Mount Type | Welded frame-mounted spare tire carrier |
| Available On | All 14'-40' cattle trailers, bumper pull or gooseneck |
| Frame | 5/16" thick, 3x5 heavy angle iron, seam welded |
| Finish | Full hot dip galvanized — mount and hardware included |
| Positioning | Balanced for weight distribution, clear of gates and loading paths |
Why It's Worth Having Built In
- Never stranded with a live load: A secured, accessible spare means a flat is a 20-minute delay, not a call for a livestock-rated tow.
- One less thing to remember: A welded mount means the spare travels with the trailer every trip — no forgetting it at the barn.
- Doesn't interfere with loading: Positioned to stay clear of gates, ramps, and the loading path so it's never in the way at chore time.
- Matches the trailer's build life: Fully hot dip galvanized along with the rest of the frame, so the mount won't rust and seize over the trailer's working life.
For long-haul commercial operations and anyone hauling regularly on rural roads, a spare tire mount is inexpensive insurance against the worst timing a flat tire can have — with cattle loaded and miles from help.
Standard on Every Build
A spare tire mount comes as part of the same laser cut, tabbed and slotted precision fabrication and full hot dip galvanized finish on every trailer we build in Wharton, TX — one more detail built in rather than left to figure out after delivery. Combine with LED lighting for roadside visibility if you do have to stop after dark.
A Small Detail That Reflects How We Build
A spare tire mount is a small line item on a build sheet, but it's representative of how Star Manufacturing approaches every trailer: think through the actual working conditions a rancher or hauler will face, and build the solution in from the start rather than leaving it as an aftermarket fix. The same thinking goes into our frame thickness, our galvanizing, and every gate and door option we offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the spare tire included, or just the mount?
The welded mount and hardware come standard; talk to our team about matching a spare tire and wheel to your specific trailer's tire spec.
Where is the spare mounted?
Positioned on the frame to keep weight balanced and stay clear of gates, ramps, and loading paths — exact placement varies slightly by trailer length and configuration.
Can I add a spare mount to a custom build?
Yes — it's part of our standard build process across all lengths and configurations. See our custom cattle trailers page for how we handle custom specs.
How do I get pricing on a trailer with a spare tire mount?
Use our online quote builder for instant pricing, or call (979) 532-1486 to talk through your build with our team in Wharton, TX.
See the full lineup on our cattle trailers page, or contact us directly.