1923 Rogers Low Boy

With a 10-foot width, it would be oversized today, but wide trailers were common in the early 20th century because there were no restrictions on trailer width at the time. There is a wheel at the front of the trailer that controls its brakes. The truck brakes were not strong enough to hold the trailer back. So, if you were going down the road, some brave soul had to stand on the trailer and apply the trailer brakes when the driver asked for them. The arch connecting the trailer to the truck was a feature developed by Rogers in 1923. Because of its resemblance to a goose’s neck, it became known as a “gooseneck” – a term that is still used today.
 
Unassembled Unpainted Kit