2026 Legend Thunder 8.5x18 All-Aluminum Enclosed Cargo Trailer
Built for work, recreation, and everything in between, the 2026 Legend Thunder 8.5x18 Enclosed Cargo Trailer delivers the strength, durability, and premium features you've come to expect from Legend Trailers. Constructed with all-aluminum construction, this trailer is lightweight, rust-resistant, and built to last, making it an excellent investment for contractors, motorsports enthusiasts, landscapers, and anyone needing dependable enclosed cargo space.
Featuring a spacious 8.5' x 18' floorplan (16' + 2' V-nose), this trailer provides exceptional cargo capacity while remaining easy to tow. The extra-height interior offers an impressive 84-inch interior height and 79-inch rear ramp door opening, making it ideal for side-by-sides, ATVs, motorcycles, snowmobiles, equipment, or cargo.
Built on tandem 3,500 lb torsion axles with a 7,000 lb GVWR, the Thunder provides a smooth, reliable ride and outstanding towing performance. Premium construction includes a 6-inch aluminum tubing frame, steel-reinforced triple-tube tongue, and chrome Legend trim, ensuring exceptional strength and durability.
The trailer is equipped with a rear ramp door with extension flap, convenient side man door, four 5,000 lb recessed D-rings, 2,000 lb top-wind jack, and an expansive 98-inch interior width, giving you maximum flexibility for securing and transporting your cargo.
Whether you're hauling recreational toys, work equipment, or valuable cargo, the 2026 Legend Thunder 8.5x18 is built to perform.
Features Include:
✔ All-Aluminum Construction
✔ 8.5' x 18' (16' + 2' V-Nose)
✔ Tandem 3,500 LB Torsion Axles
✔ 7,000 LB GVWR
✔ Extra Height Design
✔ 84" Interior Height
✔ 98" Interior Width
✔ 79" Rear Door Opening Height
✔ Rear Ramp Door with Flap
✔ Side Man Door
✔ (4) 5,000 LB Recessed D-Rings
✔ 6" Aluminum Tubing Frame
✔ Steel Reinforced Triple Tube Tongue
✔ Chrome Legend Trim Strip
✔ 2,000 LB Top-Wind Jack
Price: $18,995
Financing Available
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This all aluminum enclosed trailer may be where Legend starts, but Thunders pack a punch comparable to other manufacturer’s top of the line offerings. Utilizing the same Legend material and build quality, Thunder aluminum enclosed trailers offer strength and reliability with fewer bells and whistles found on our deluxe models. With the 8.5’ wide model sitting on a massive 6” tubing frame and steel reinforced triple tube tongue, hauling your car on a budget will never be easier. The Thunder is also available in a 5-7′ wide model, a 7.5′ wide, and with the front-ramp door for snow and powersports season! |
| Models | 8.5x18 |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 264″ |
| Overall Width | 102″ |
| Overall Height | 102″ |
| Interior Box Length + V | 16’+2′ |
| Interior Box Width | 98″ |
| Interior Height | 78″ |
| Width Between Fenders | 83″ |
| Rear Door Type | Ramp Door |
| Rear Door Height | 73″ |
| Rear Door Width | 90″ |
| Axle Type | EZ-Lube Torsion |
| Axle Size | 3,500# |
| Brakes | 2 Electric Brakes |
| Tire Size | ST225/75R15 Nitrogen Filled |
| Wheels | Silver Mod Steel |
| Cross Members Size | 2” x 3” Tube |
| Cross Member Spacing | 16” OC |
| Frame | 2” x 6” Tube |
| Roof Bow Size | 1” x 2” Radius Tube |
| Roof Bow Spacing | 16” OC |
| Roof Profile | Flat Top |
| Roof Type | One Piece All Aluminum |
| Wall Stud Size | 1” x 1.5” Tube |
| Wall Stud Spacing | 16” OC |
| Floor | 3/4” Engineered Wood Panel |
| Interior Walls | 3/4” Engineered Wood Panel |
| Ceilings | Optional Finishes |
| Exterior Skin | Bonded, Screwless, .030 Alum. |
| Dome Lights | 1 Euro Dome |
| Exterior Lighting Type | Surface Mount LED |
| Coupler | 2 5/16” A-Frame |
| Jack | 2,000# Top-Wind |
| Fenders | ATP Fenders |
| Side Door | 36” Curbside RV w/ Flush Lock & Plastic Holdback |
| Storage | Optional |
| Tie Downs | Optional |
| Vents | 2 Plastic Side Air Vents |
| Name | Link |
| Thunder V-Nose 8.5 Wide | Tandem Axle | Product Guide PDF | Download |