There are lots of small trailers now available in the 800- to 4,000-pound range. Dub Box offers several trailers under 1,000 pounds, while the Happier Camper HC1 starts at around 1,100 pounds.

At a mere 275 lb (125 kg) with available aluminum floor and storage box, the GO-Easy is built to work with all kinds of vehicles, both large and small. It can hitch a ride with a Toyota Prius ...

At 760 lbs and just over 12 feet in length, the Polydrop trailer is impressive with its ability to sleep two comfortably and utilize energy from solar panels.

There are several types of semi-trailers on the road that all serve a different purpose. Here are the main types and how they connect to the trucks.