2026 East Manufacturing Beast Narrow Neck

Beast Narrow Neck
With over a decade of proven performance, the 8-inch narrow neck on the all- aluminum flatbed offers the same durability, strength and payload of the BST plus the capability to be equipped with an enclosure, providing more load versatility and protection. Adaptable to curtainside and rolling-tarp systems it has up to a 106-inch clear inside height – just 4 inches short of a van. It is rated to handle loads up to 50,000 lbs. concentrated in 4 feet, up to 60,000 lbs. concentrated in 10 feet and up to 80,000 lbs. distributed on a 48-foot wide-spread tandem axle trailer.

Flatbed Trailers
East flatbed trailer models maximize payload, and deliver strength and durability to meet the needs of all types of flatbed trailer applications. By incorporating lighter weight and longer lasting components into each and every trailer, East has earned the reputation of having higher resale value.

The strength of our flatbed trailers is our double T-shape extruded main beam and exclusive tubular cross-member design, increasing durability and balancing load stresses more evenly for longer life and less maintenance. Its two T-shape extrusion sections of 6061-T6 aluminum alloy are welded, not bolted. The weld is in the neutral axis where stress is minimal. Our patented 2″ x 5″ tubular cross members are more twist resistant in a turn than conventional C-channel and I-beam cross members.

The newly designed flatbed floor has 24-lb. weight savings on a 48-foot flatbed, resulting in a 10% increase in strength under a distributed load and 30% increase under a concentrated load.

Features May Include:

• Maximum Strength Floor
  The fully-enclosed floor design with full-length continuous welds joining the floor decking to the main-frame beams provides maximum strength and resistance.
• Seamless 2" x 5" Tubular Cross Members
  The East exclusive 2″ x 5″ tubular cross members are 6061-T6 aluminum so they are more twist resistant in a turn than conventional C-channel and I-beam cross members. In addition, they have no lip to catch ice and snow and are more resistant to tearing out during a blowout.
• Rear Panel Fully Sealed
  Fully-sealed rear panel is water resistant. Recessed grooves protect conspicuity tape and rubber dock blocks, and a heavy-wall bumper provides added protection.
• Fully-Enclosed Wiring
  Hollow-core siderail design provides a conduit for wiring to be fully enclosed. Standard with LED PC-rated grommet-mounted lights.
• Hendrickson HXL5® Wheel End
  The READY-TO-ROLL HXL5® is designed to maximize uptime and efficiency and reduce wheel-end maintenance. The preassembled and adjusted HXL5 features a premium seal, high-performance synthetic semi-fluid grease and a PRECISION320™ spindle nut system, which allows for ultra-precise bearing adjustment.
• JOST AX150 Alumilight Landing Gear
  Up to 50 pounds lighter per set and no external gearbox, the AX150 Alumilight includes a galvanized inner lower leg, crank handle and cross shaft. With a 160,000-lb. static rating and a 55,000-lb. lift, the maintenance free landing gear comes standard with a 10-Year Warranty.
• Alcoa Ultra ONE® Wheel
  Ultra ONE® 22.5″ x 8.25″ aluminum wheel is standard. At just 39 pounds, the wheel is the lightest wheel in its class and strong enough for demanding applications.
• Double-Seal Truck-Lite 99® Series Wiring Harness
  To guard against corrosion, the harness has been designed as a closed system by integrating a molded plug with two sealing surfaces rather than just one.
• Exclusive Cargo Controls
  Siderail extrusions are designed for adjustable chain tie downs and a unique winch strap capture system.
• Outside Tie Down Track
  The new integrated extruded aluminum outside rail tie down system for cargo securement is standard on all East flatbed and drop deck trailers, eliminating the need for welds and reducing assembly time. Available as an option on the inside and center tie down tracks.