The Covered Wagon 6×12 Prospector dump trailer (model D-6X12X2X10) is Covered Wagon’s entry-level dump in the half-ton-tow class. Covered Wagon is best known for enclosed cargo trailers; the Prospector dump line shares the same 12-gauge sidewall and 10-gauge floor construction as their cargo line, just open-top with hydraulic lift. Build quality is solid for the price point, with full-power hydraulics (power up + power down) standard, which is unusual at this size class.
Spec highlights for this Covered Wagon dump trailer:
9,990 lb GVWR with 6,700 lb payload (3,290 lb empty)
71-inch wide x 12-foot long deck, 24-inch (2-foot) sides
Dual 5,200 lb leaf-spring axles, electric brakes
Power up + power down hydraulic (full both directions, optional gravity-down mode)
10-gauge steel floor, 12-gauge sidewalls
Rear barn doors, 6-foot ladder ramps, D-rings
Deep cycle battery, battery charger, tarp kit, spare tire mount
ST225/75R15 radial tires, 2-5/16-inch coupler
Best for residential cleanup contractors, weekend landscape operators, snow removal in subdivisions, and half-ton truck owners. Free nationwide delivery on every Covered Wagon dump trailer in our inventory.
Covered Wagon is primarily a cargo trailer manufacturer; they apply the same chassis fundamentals (12-gauge sides, 10-gauge floor) to their open-top dump line. For buyers who already trust Covered Wagon’s cargo build quality, the Prospector dump is a known-good extension. Pricing tends to run slightly below comparable BWise and Big Tex 6×12 dumps, partly because Covered Wagon is less specialized in dumps and partly because their volume in this category is smaller.
What Can You Haul?
1.5 yards of crushed stone or 2 yards of mulch
Compact equipment via the 6-foot ladder ramps (under 5,000 lb)
Yard waste, snow, residential cleanup debris
Tools and material for small contractor jobs
Free Nationwide Delivery
PrimeLoad runs free-included delivery to all 50 US states on every dump trailer in our inventory. East Coast and Midwest: 5 to 10 business days. West Coast and rural: 7 to 14 days. The driver hands over the title, keys, and bill of lading at the curb. Full shipping policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Power up + power down standard at this price?
Yes, and that is unusual. Most 9,990 lb GVWR dump trailers in this price class come with power-up gravity-down hydraulics. Covered Wagon includes full power both directions as standard, which gives controlled bed-down speed (no slamming) and partial-dump capability.
How does Covered Wagon compare to BWise or Big Tex 6×12 dumps?
Similar GVWR (9,990), similar payload range (6,700-7,000 lb), similar build (5,200 lb axles, 10-gauge floor). Covered Wagon’s differentiator is the included deep-cycle battery and full-power hydraulics. BWise and Big Tex have stronger dump-trailer specialization. All three are reasonable choices at this size class.
What is the warranty on Covered Wagon dumps?
Covered Wagon offers a 5-year structural warranty on the trailer frame and bed. Component-level (hydraulics, axles, electrical) typically carries 1-year warranties. Specifics included on the warranty card delivered with the trailer.
