What are semi-trailers and full trailers?
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Trailers are divided into two types: full trailers and semi-trailers. A full trailer bears its total weight entirely by itself, while a semi-trailer shares part of its total weight with the towing vehicle. The differences between full trailers and semi-trailers are as follows: 1. The connection method with the towing vehicle differs. A full trailer connects its front end to the rear of the towing vehicle, which only provides pulling force without bearing weight. A semi-trailer rests the front half of its body on the fifth wheel coupling of the towing vehicle, with the rear axle of the towing vehicle bearing part of the trailer's weight. 2. Full trailers can increase cargo capacity, reduce fuel consumption, and thereby lower transportation costs. Semi-trailers must not exceed 17 meters in length, except for car carrier semi-trailers.