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4990 Car Trailer


Race teams, rejoice! The Featherlite Model 4990 race car trailer has everything you need. This double-decker trailer can hold as many as four cars, and the right options can convert the lower level into a garage, complete with an air compressor and a 10K generator. Cars are loaded into the trailer via an electric lift gate in the back, while people can access the trailer through the heavy duty double sealed camper door. When you take your racecar to the track, don’t leave your garage behind!

Options for aluminum gooseneck trailer Model 4990’s lower-level include but are not limited to a rolling tire rack, a workbench of stainless steel or white aluminum, overhead cabinets and overhead speakers. Stainless steel swivel D tie downs provide anchors to secure stored vehicles, while an aluminum treadplate floor helps prevent both cars and people from slipping. Car trailer Model 4990 measures 34’ in length, 8’6” in width and 11’4” in interior height. It rides on three 8K axles with electric brakes and low profile air ride suspension.

Hitch Type Gooseneck
Enclosed/Open Enclosed
Length 34'
Width 8' 6"
Wall to Wall Width 91 7/8" (upper area); 87 7/8" (lower area)
Fender to Fender Width approximately 79"
Inside Height 11' 4"
Loading Height 55" head room in upper deck
Axles Three 8000# axles with electric brakes & low profile air ride suspension
Tire/Rim 17.5" 8-hole steel wheels with 215/75R17.5 Load Range H tires (Qty: 6)
Tie Downs Stainless steel swivel "D" tie downs (Qty: 4 on lower deck & 8 on upper deck)
Floor Aluminum treadplate floor
Side Door 42" heavy duty 2" double sealed camper door
Ramp Rear electric lift gate
Weight For the weight of this particular model, please download and reference Trailer Weight Index for car trailers.
Warranty 10-year limited structural warranty* on 2013 models; 8-year limited structural warranty*** on 2008-2012 models; Transferable warranty** available on qualified trailers. See warranty page or dealer for more details

Additional Features
This trailer also includes:
  • 10K generator with 50 gallon fuel tank
  • Stainless steel front & corners in gooseneck
  • Air compressor for air ride suspension
  • 4 dome lights
  • Ladder to access lift gate from ground
  • White .063 riveted aluminum exterior sheets
  • LED clearance lights and 4 LED stop/turn lights; Clearance lights on 2011 models have new rounded, flush mounted design
  • Coupler: 2 5/16" 25K
  • Generator compartment lined and insulated with vented 2" double sealed compartment door
  • Semi top rail
  • 50 amp shoreline and load center
  • & more
Popular Options- See dealer for more!
Aluminum Wheels
Stylish aluminum wheels are optional on your car trailer. Color choices include dark grey or silver.
Aluminum Wheels on Car Trailers
Back Lit Feather
Add uniqueness and style to your Featherlite trailer with the optional back lit feather on the front of your trailer. This will make the highly recognizable feather and your trailer stand out even more going down the road or pulling into your next car show! (Feather shown on horse trailer)
Back Lit Feather
Cabinets, Workbench & Worktop
Custom design your race car hauler with laminate or aluminum overhead cabinets, stainless steel worktop, wardrobe cabinet or white aluminum workbench.
Car hauler cabinets
Camera & Rear Motion Sensor
To make maneuvering your car trailer easier and safer, an optional rear view camera and motion sensor is available. This option operates similar to what is found on selected vehicles by alerting you when the rear of the trailer is near an object or person.
Camera & Rear Motion Sensor
Entertainment Options
Various entertainment options include XM radio, AM/FM radio, CD player, speakers (inside and outside) and LCD TVs.
EZ Connector
The EZ Connector’s electrical connection system ensures a reliable connection so that lights and brakes will work each time regardless of the conditions. This high-tech plug for vehicles and trailers is magnetically attached, corrosion free and waterproof with a no-fail breakaway feature and lifetime limited warranty.
EZ Connector
Keyless Entry
Gain keyless entry to the doors of your Featherlite car trailer with an optional electronic key touchpad.
Keyless entry for car trailers
Lighting
Many interior lighting options are available including fluorescent light fixtures, dome lights and recessed halogen light fixtures.
Car hauler lights
Nudo® Flooring
This wood based flooring with a laminate over it is skid-resistant and enhances the interior of your car trailer. It’s an ideal floor for hauling any type of cargo, including motorcycles and snowmobiles. Color options include gray or black.
Nudo flooring
Rolling Tire Rack
Store your car’s tires on a rolling tire rack that makes loading and unloading them out of the trailer much easier.
Viewing Platform with Sides and Ladders
See all the racing action with a viewing platform on top of your race car hauler.
White Aluminum or Laminate Lining
For a more finished look and a brighter interior, white aluminum .040 lining is available on the walls and ceiling of your car trailer.
Car hauler aluminum lining

Color Options
Black




Featherlite, Inc. reserves the right to change or alter these specifications without notice. Dimensions shown are approximate and may vary. Some trailers shown with optional equipment. See a Featherlite dealer for most up-to-date specifications and options.
Featherlite is the official trailer of NASCAR®. Approximately 85% of NASCAR Sprint Cup teams use Featherlite trailers.
GSA Contract Holder: Contract GS-30F-0029U