If you’re shopping for a new trailer in Texas, two names come up over and over: Texas Pride and Big Tex. Both brands sell heavily across the Lone Star State, and both make solid trailers — but they have real differences in construction, price, model selection, and who they’re best suited for. This guide breaks it all down so you can make the right call before you buy.
About Texas Pride Trailers
Texas Pride is built right here in Texas and has carved out a loyal following among landscapers, contractors, and rural property owners across the Gulf Coast and Hill Country. Their lineup is known for straightforward utility: solid steel construction, competitive pricing, and configurations that work hard on job sites. You’ll find Texas Pride most often in dump trailers, utility trailers, and equipment trailers.
Texas Pride uses painted steel frames as standard, with options on some models for extra frame reinforcement. They run 10-gauge or 12-gauge floor boards depending on the model and tend to offer good value in the 7,000 to 14,000 lb GVWR range. If you’re a small business owner looking for a reliable workhorse without a lot of bells and whistles, Texas Pride hits that mark consistently.
About Big Tex Trailers
Big Tex Trailers, headquartered in Mount Pleasant, TX, is one of the largest trailer manufacturers in North America. They produce an enormous range: dump trailers, equipment trailers, flatbeds, goosenecks, car haulers, and more — all the way up to 25,900 lb GVWR on heavy-duty equipment models. Big Tex is widely distributed, sold through hundreds of dealers, and their parts availability is excellent.
The trade-off with Big Tex is that their broad distribution and volume production can mean tighter margins for dealers, and some buyers feel the price points have crept up in recent years. That said, their engineering is solid, warranty support is strong, and their heavier-duty models (like the 22GN and 16TL) are genuinely excellent for serious hauling.
Side-by-Side: Key Comparisons
Dump Trailers
In the dump trailer category, Texas Pride competes well in the 10,000 to 14,000 lb GVWR range — their 6×10 and 7×14 dump trailers are popular with landscapers and debris haulers. Big Tex counters with models like the 70SR (7,000 lb) and 14LP (14,000 lb), which are well-built and widely available. The Big Tex 14LP is a legitimate workhorse; Texas Pride’s equivalent models tend to come in a bit cheaper.
If budget is the priority and you need a solid dump trailer for light to medium duty, Texas Pride is worth a serious look. For heavier applications or if you want a larger dealer support network, Big Tex has the edge.
Worth noting: at Trailer Place, we also carry Iron Bull and Diamond C dump trailers that often outperform both brands in terms of raw construction quality and frame thickness. See our full dump trailer inventory to compare.
Flatbed and Equipment Trailers
Big Tex has a clear advantage in flatbed and equipment trailers at higher GVWR ratings. Their 10ET, 14ET, and 22GN models are industry staples for construction and equipment hauling. Texas Pride’s equipment trailer lineup is more limited, though their mid-range flatbeds are solid for farm and ranch use.
If you’re hauling skid steers, excavators, or heavy equipment, Big Tex’s gooseneck lineup (especially the 22GN and 25GN) is hard to beat. Texas Pride works fine for lighter equipment like zero-turn mowers, ATVs, and compact tractors. See our equipment trailer inventory for side-by-side options.
Utility Trailers
For utility trailers — the open, no-frills type for hauling debris, equipment, ATVs, and lawn gear — Texas Pride holds their own. Their 5×10 and 6×12 utility trailers are priced competitively and hold up well in Texas heat. Big Tex’s utility lineup is similarly priced, and both brands are good picks in this category.
Browse our utility trailer selection to see current in-stock options from multiple brands.
Price Comparison: Texas Pride vs Big Tex
In general, Texas Pride tends to come in 5 to 15 percent cheaper than comparable Big Tex models. For a 7×14 dump trailer, you might see a Texas Pride priced around $5,500 to $6,500 vs. a Big Tex 14LP at $6,500 to $7,500, depending on configuration and dealer. On heavy-duty goosenecks and equipment trailers, Big Tex pricing reflects their heavier engineering and wider support network.
Financing is available on all trailer brands at Trailer Place — including 0% deals for qualified buyers. Whether you choose Texas Pride or Big Tex, we can usually get you into a payment that works. Read our trailer financing guide for details.
Which Brand Should You Choose?
Here’s the quick-hit decision guide:
- Choose Texas Pride if: You want a solid utility or dump trailer at a competitive price point, you’re doing light to medium-duty work, and price-per-pound of trailer is important to you.
- Choose Big Tex if: You need a heavy-duty flatbed, gooseneck, or equipment trailer over 14,000 lb GVWR, you want the largest possible parts/dealer network, or you’re doing commercial hauling that demands proven engineering.
- Consider Iron Bull or Diamond C if: You want thick-walled construction, fully welded frames, and best-in-class build quality at a similar price — both brands are available at Trailer Place and frequently outperform both Texas Pride and Big Tex in head-to-head build comparisons.
Come See Both (and More) at Trailer Place
At Trailer Place, we carry Texas Pride trailers alongside Diamond C, Iron Bull, Cargo Craft, Alcom, Calico, and our own STAR brand galvanized cattle trailers. We’re a family-owned dealership based in Wharton, TX (moving to Rosenberg mid-2026), and we sell and ship trailers across Texas and Louisiana.
We’ll help you compare models side by side, talk through what you’re hauling, and get you financed — even with challenged credit. Call us at (979) 532-1486 or stop by to walk the lot. We also offer nationwide shipping if you’re not local.
Whether it’s a Texas Pride dump trailer, a Big Tex gooseneck, or something from Diamond C or Iron Bull, we’ll make sure you drive away in the right trailer for your job.
