Looking for a high-performance curtain-sided trailer (also known as a Tautliner or curtainsider) that delivers real fleet value? The Montracon Curtainsider is built in the UK with a focus on strength, flexibility and operational efficiency. With bolted construction, EN12642-XL rated body, and a wide range of custom options, this trailer is designed to handle demanding general haulage, multi-drop and specialist tasks with ease. A curtainsider/tauntliner is a specialised semi-trailer that has a rigid framework mounted onto a flatbed or flat-deck trailer. They feature curtains on both sides which can be retracted for loading/sliding etc.

Why Choose a Montracon Tautliner / Curtain-Sided Trailer?

Side-loading access for speed: With the curtains drawn back, forklift access can be from either side of the trailer – ideal for multi stop delivery routes and rapid loading/unloading.

Robust build with low maintenance: Montracon’s bolted construction ensures quick repairs and a strong chassis/body combination. 

Certified load restraint: All Montracon Curtainsider / Tautliner trailers can be specified with full EN12642-XL accreditation, giving confidence in load security and regulatory compliance. 

Flexible specification: From single-deck straight frame to step-frame double-deck, side skirts, canted roofs, triaxle bogies and more, you can tailor the curtain-sided trailer to your operation. Curtainside trailers can be used for any freight that requires protection from the elements during transport, provided it can be loaded from the side or back. 

UK manufacturing with support: Built in Doncaster, UK, Montracon provides strong aftercare, warranty and parts support.

Curtainside Trailers: Features and Benefits

Curtainside trailers are a popular choice in the transport and logistics industry, offering flexibility, durability, and reliable protection for cargo. Understanding their key benefits can help you determine whether a curtainside trailer is the right addition to your fleet.

Key Advantages of Curtainside Trailers

Excellent weather protection:
Tight seams and a durable hard top provide superior protection against rain, wind, and other environmental elements, ensuring cargo stays safe and dry.

Durable construction:
An aluminum roof delivers long-term strength and resilience, helping reduce maintenance requirements and extend the trailer’s service life.

Efficient loading and unloading:
Curtainside designs allow quick side or rear access, making it easy to load and unload goods with a forklift – ideal for fast-paced logistics operations.

Ideal Applications
Curtainside trailers are particularly well-suited for weather-sensitive cargo and operations that require flexible side or rear loading. Their robust build and convenient access make them a dependable choice for many transport needs.

Key Specifications & Benefits

• Body length: 13.6 m (standard EU spec)
• Side aperture: up to ~2.9 m (9’6″) for loading clearance
• Floor: 29 mm plywood floor in standard specification
• Construction: Bolted chassis/body, lightweight high-tensile components
• Certification: EN 12642-XL rated bodywork, with load restraint provisions
• Variant options: Posted or postless (pillarless) design, double-deck, urban version, sliding body, step frame

Additional Benefits

• Built for flexibility: The curtainsider range is offered with a full set of options to maximise operating flexibility and fleet efficiency – from single-deck to high-volume double-deck, straight or step-frame variants.
• Fuel-efficiency design features: Models include features like a fuel-friendly canted roofline and side skirts that help reduce drag and improve operating economy.
• Low-maintenance construction: All-bolted body construction enables easier repair of accidental damage and long service life, contributing to reliability and lower lifecycle cost.
• Strong after-sales support: Montracon promotes a “one-stop shop” approach – including warranty, parts supply and dedicated repair centre – giving peace of mind and sustained uptime.
• Customisation & rapid availability: Standard spec trailers are available ex-stock, with popular options pre-engineered, and more bespoke builds configurable to meet defined operational requirements.
• Safety and load security: Design variants include postless versions to facilitate safe side-loading, driver access, and clear side loading; load restraint options and ENXL certification support secure transport.