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.
53′ Gooseneck Chassis
Max Payload Meets
Safety and Strength
Designed for domestic 53’ containers, this model includes a lighter tare weight and double sliding pins. Expect high performance with uncompromised safety.
Heavy-Duty Main Beams
Landing Gear
Non-Retread Tires
Piloted Stud Wheel
Shallow Gooseneck
Powder Piloted Rims
PSI Tire Inflation System
Solar Powered GPS
Features
Precision Engineering: 53′ Gooseneck Chassis Details
The Trend 53′ Gooseneck chassis is designed to handle full-length domestic containers with rugged reliability. Its hot-rolled steel frame and smart mechanical locking system offer strength and versatility, while bolt-on components make maintenance and customization straightforward. With a high GVWR, precision axle placement, and quality finishing, this chassis delivers dependable performance mile after mile.
Fabricated Steel Slider Beam
LED Lighting Package
Bolt-On ICC Bumper
OEM Radial Radial Tubeless Tires
Specifications
Built with Purpose. Designed for Performance.
Measurements
| Overall Length | 53′ 10-5/8″ |
| Overall Width | 96″ |
| Fifth Wheel Height | 48″ ± 1″ |
| Rear Deck Height | 48″ ± 1″ |
| Tare Weight | 7,700 LBS ± 2% |
| GVWR | 74,900 LBS |
Structure
| Gooseneck Material | Hot Rolled ASTM A572 GR50 / SM490YA Sheets |
| Main Beam Material | Hot Rolled 12” – 16 lbs/ft – ASTM A992 GR50 |
| Gooseneck Beam | 4” high x 4” wide fabricated I beam |
| Cross Member | 3/16” thick x 3” wide x 9” high channel supported with gussets |
| Front Bolster | ¼” thick 8” wide x 10” high with taper for container gathering |
| Rear Bolster | ¼” thick C channel with 5/16” top plate and non-retractable twist locks |
| Slider System | Fabricated structure with 2/4 mechanical locking pins and indexing holes spaced 4″/5″ apart |
| Rear Bumper | 4” x 4” bolt-on ICC 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 CR915 11R 22.5, 14 PR tires |
Chassis Coating System
| Primer | 2 mils zinc-enriched primer from Sherwin-Williams |
| Top Coat | 2 mils PU top coat in color of choice from Sherwin-Williams |
Brake System
| ABS System | Knorr Bremse 2S/1M ABS |
| Brake Actuators | Haldex 30/30 SB |
| Auto Slacks | Haldex |
Running Gears
| Axles | SAF round axles, 22,500 lbs capacity, 71.5″ track, 16.5 x 7″ Q brakes |
| Hubs and Drum | 10-stud hub piloted, outboard cast steel drums |
| Suspension | Hutch 9700 series, 49″ spacing, 354 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 53′ Gooseneck Chassis
What container type does the 53′ Gooseneck chassis carry?
This chassis is engineered to transport one loaded 53’ ISO domestic container.
Does this chassis meet DOT and intermodal requirements?
Yes, it is fully compliant with all TOFC, AAR, DOT, FMVSS, ISO, SAE, and TTMA regulations.
How is the slider system designed?
It uses mechanical locking pins with indexing holes spaced 4–5″ apart for secure, adjustable placement.
Can this chassis be serviced or modified easily?
Absolutely. It includes bolt-on components—like twist locks, bumpers, and landing gear brackets—that allow for easy repairs and modifications.
Is automatic tire inflation supported?
Yes, the 53′ Gooseneck comes equipped with PSI – ATIS for optimal tire pressure control and reduced blowout risk.
Is it a good fit for long-haul or domestic freight operations?
Yes, its high GVWR and durable construction make it ideal for long-distance transport of domestic containers.
Testimonial
“Changing to Trend Chassis, changed everything for our business. Their combo-size chassis improved our efficiency and boosted profits. Before Trend, we used poorly maintained pool chassis that led to DOT violations, higher insurance costs, and driver downtime. Trend’s reliable equipment solved all that. The tire pressure monitoring system alone has helped prevent countless blowouts. Trend gave us peace of mind—and our drivers love it.”
Eric Bierman
Cool Transport JAX, President
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