Lamar uses a 5" structural channel frame.

The DM (Medium Dump) typically utilizes a heavy-duty scissor lift rather than a telescopic ram.

• The Advantage: A scissor lift provides a more stable, centered lift on uneven ground, reducing the risk of the bed twisting if your load is slightly off-center.

Lamar uses 10-gauge steel for both the floor and the sides. Lamar focuses on the Rigid Rail design—a top-rail reinforcement that prevents the sides of the dump from bowing out when you're loading heavy debris or concrete.

Standard for is the Combo Gate. It can be opened as barn doors for dumping trash and brush, or used as a spreader gate with chains to meter out gravel or mulch in a smooth layer.

Lamar sticks with the industry gold standard: Dexter Axles. The 5.2K axles give the DM a 9,990 lb GVWR, making it a perfect "non-CDL" trailer that can be towed by most 1500 or 2500 series trucks while still offering a payload of roughly 7,300 lbs.

Lamar uses a premium Sherwin Williams powder coating system. Lamar’s finish is known for its high-gloss "Lamar Gray" look and excellent UV resistance.

The DM comes standard with a 7K top-wind drop-leg jack. It’s a simple, reliable component that is easy to service and provides plenty of lift capacity for a 10K trailer.

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The Lamar DM is the "Blue Collar" choice for landscapers, small contractors, and serious homeowners. It’s a straightforward, heavy-duty dump trailer that doesn't try to reinvent the wheel, making it an excellent high-value alternative if you don't need the "luxury" features of a Diamond C.

The Lamar Advantage: Why choose the DM

• The "Standard" Warranty: Lamar offers a 3-Year Structural Warranty and a 1-Year Component Warranty.

  • The Trade-off: While this is significantly less than Diamond C's "Warranty 2.0" (which is 6/2), Lamar's parts are often "off-the-shelf" components found at any local trailer shop, making out-of-warranty repairs faster and cheaper in rural areas.

• Value-Focused Pricing: The Lamar DM is generally priced 15-20% lower than a comparably equipped Diamond C MDT. If you don't need the specialized "Engineered Beam" weight savings or the front-mounted telescopic cylinder, the Lamar gives you a professional-grade tool for a much lower initial investment.

• Simplicity: There are fewer proprietary parts on a Lamar. From the scissor lift to the channel frame, any local weld shop can fix a Lamar, whereas Diamond C’s specialized beams require more specific repair knowledge.