August 7, 2025
ITE Acquires Majority Stake in Trend
ITE Management L.P. (ITE) announced today that it has acquired a majority ownership stake in Trend Intermodal Chassis Leasing LLC.
20-40-45 Tri-Axle Chassis
One Chassis, Every Load
Handled Right
Built for versatility, this tri-axle handles 20’, 40’, and 45’ containers—including your overweight cargo—with ease. Built for operations that need max flexibility with zero downtime.
Pneumatic Retractable Frame
Landing Gear
White Powder-Coated Rims
Fabricated Steel Slider Beam
Flip-Up Twist Locks
PSI Tire Inflation System
OEM Radial Tubeless Tires
Solar Powered GPS
Gooseneck
Features
Precision Engineering: 20-40-45 Tri-Axle Chassis Details
The Trend 20-40-45 Tri-Axle is engineered for flexibility, durability, and high performance—delivering unmatched load coverage across 20’, 40’, and 45’ containers, including overweight cargo. Designed to reduce fleet complexity and increase productivity, this chassis adapts to your operation’s needs with minimal downtime.
With reinforced structural components and industry-leading accessories and compliance, every detail is built for real-world performance. Shrink your yard’s footprint and boost daily throughput with this tri-axle. The smarter, future-ready choice.
LED Lighting Package
BoIt-On ICC Bumper
Piloted Stud Wheel
Specifications
Built with Purpose. Designed for Performance.
Measurements
| Overall Length | 46′ 2-3/8″ Extended 34′ 9-9/16″ Retracted |
| Overall Width | 96″ |
| Fifth Wheel Height | 48″ ± 1″ |
| Rear Deck Height | 48″ ± 1″ |
| Tare Weight | 11,000 LBS ± 2% |
| GVWR | 77,000LBS for 20′ Loaded 85,000LBS for 40′ & 45′ Loaded |
Structure
| Chassis Material | Hot rolled GR 80 and SM490YA |
| Main Beam Material | 16” x 5” GR 80 fabricated I beam, 6-11/32” high GR 80 beam for gooseneck |
| Slider System | 14-3/4” high x 5” wide fabricated I beam Slider locks operated by 2 – 24/24 locking pin SB actuators through the 3rd glad hand located at the front bolster. |
| Cross Member | 3/16” thick channel supported with gussets |
| Intermediate Bolsters | 5/16” thick 5” wide x 5” high hi-lo intermediate bolsters with retractable swing down twist locks |
| Rear Bolster | 6-5/8” height x 4” wide with flip up retractable twist locks |
| Rear Bumper | 4” x 4” bolt on ICC rear bumper |
Functional Accessories
| Kingpin | JOST 2” AAR approved welded type |
| Landing Gear | JOST A440 Magnum – 17” travel, 2 speed with T foot |
Rims & Tires
| Rims | Asia Wheels 8.25 x 22.5 white powder coated steel wheels Option: Alloy rims |
| Tires | Westlake CR976A 255/70 R 22.5 (16 PR tires) |
Chassis Coating System
| Surface Preparation | SA 2.5 shot blasted |
| Primer | 2 mils of zinc enriched primer from Sherwin Williams |
| Top Coat | 2 mils of PU top coat in color of choice from Sherwin Williams |
Brake System
| ABS System | Knorr Bremse 4S/2M ABS |
| Brake Actuators | Haldex 30/30 SB actuators |
| Auto Slacks | Haldex auto slacks |
Running Gears
| Axles | SAF round axles, 22,500 lbs capacity, 71.5” track with 16.5 x 7” Q brakes |
| Hubs and Drum | 10 stud hub piloted with outboard cast steel drums |
| Suspension | Hutch 61” spread tridem suspension with single leaf high arch springs |
Electrical System
| Harnesses | Phillips 12 volt modular harness |
| Lights | Phillips Permalite LED – marker lamps and 4” anti theft stop – turn tail lamps |
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About the 20-40-45 Tri-Axle Chassis
What container sizes does the Tri-Axle chassis support?
It is designed to carry 1×20’, 1×40’, or 1×45’ loaded containers—or 2×20’ empty containers, offering maximum versatility.
Is the chassis compatible with overweight container loads?
Yes, the Tri-Axle is built to handle overweight cargo, with a GVWR of up to 85,000 lbs for 40’ and 45’ containers.
Does the chassis support automatic tire inflation?
Yes, it includes a PSI – ATIS system to maintain optimal tire pressure automatically, reducing blowouts and improving performance.
What kind of suspension does it use?
It features a Hutch tridem suspension system with single-leaf high-arch springs for improved ride quality and durability.
Can the chassis be customized for our fleet specs?
Yes, bolt-on components like twist locks, bumpers, and landing gear brackets allow for flexible customization and easier service.
Is this chassis compliant with U.S. transportation standards?
Yes, it meets or exceeds all TOFC, AAR, DOT, FMVSS, ISO, SAE, and TTMA regulations.
Testimonial
“We switched to Trend Chassis in 2014—and it changed everything. Their combo chassis improved efficiency, cut costs, and reduced downtime. Before Trend, we dealt with poor-quality pool chassis, DOT violations, and higher insurance. Now, features like tire pressure monitoring help prevent blowouts. Our drivers couldn’t be happier, and we have peace of mind.”
Franklin Rodriguez
CEO, Loyalty Transport Corp
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Increased Productivity
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Smaller Fleet, Higher Utilization
Eliminate 20’ chassis and get more from each asset.
Decrease Ground Space
Retracted 20’/40’ chassis take up to 25% less space, which is critical in crowded terminals.
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