How does Silver Ox stack up against Aluma and Legend across the specs that actually matter? Here's the honest side-by-side — model by model.
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SILVER OX Howell, MI · Direct |
Aluma Bancroft, IA · Dealer Only (now owned by Novae) |
Legend Alma, MI · Dealer Only |
BNM Elsie, MI · Direct Michigan Manufacturer |
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| Frame Construction | 2"×4" Tube Mainframe Strongest in class |
Extruded Aluminum Integrated frame/floor system |
3" Angle Frame Open utility models |
3"×2"×¼" Angle Frame Tube uprights & top rail |
| HD / Hauler Frame | 2"×5" / 2"×7" Double Wall | Extruded aluminum only | Upgrade required | Not available |
| Floor Crossmembers | 16"–24" O.C. | Integrated extrusion | 24" O.C. | 24" O.C. |
| Deck Material | 2×6 Treated Wood True 2× nominal |
Extruded Aluminum No wood deck |
Extruded Aluminum No wood deck |
2×8 Treated Wood 2× nominal, no ramp standard |
| Tongue | Triple Tube | A-Frame, 48" long | 2"×3" Tube | 4"×2"×3⁄16" Tube |
| Axle Brand & Warranty | Terran EZ-Lube 8-yr spring / 10-yr torsion IATF-16949 · E-coated |
Dexter Torsion 5-yr torsion warranty |
Torsion EZ-Lube Dexter / mfr warranty |
Torsion EZ-Lube Dexter, 5-yr torsion |
| Tires | Taskmaster 205/75R15 Load Range D (8-ply) |
ST205/75R14 Load Range C (6-ply) |
ST205/75R14 or R15 Load Range C standard |
205/75R15 LRC — alum wheels std |
| Electric Brakes | Standard — tandem axles | Tandem models only | Tandem models only | Not standard |
| Standard Gate / Ramp | 2,000# Ramp (4 ft) Standard on most models |
No ramp — side ramps optional | Fold-in ramp gate standard | Fold-in gate No ramp — bi-fold optional |
| Spare Tire | Mount standard | Not included | Not standard | Mount standard (no tire) |
| LED Lighting | Jammy — all LED std | ✓ LED standard | ✓ LED standard | ✓ LED standard, wiring in loom |
| Trailer Warranty | 3-Year Limited | 5-Year All-Inclusive Excl. axles, tires, wheels |
2-Year Limited Structural | Not published |
| HD Package Option | Any Tandem Axle Model Brakes both axles + rear jacks |
Factory order only | Factory order only | Not available |
| Same-day availability | ✓ In stock (MI) | Order-only (dealer) | Order-only (dealer) | ✓ In stock (Elsie, MI) |
| Purchase Channel | our Michigan dealer (direct) One location, real people |
Dealer network only | Dealer network only | Direct from manufacturer Elsie, MI |
Savings are figured on manufacturer MSRP for comparable configurations. Silver Ox is sold direct through our Michigan dealer with no dealer markup; Aluma and Legend pricing varies by dealer and region.
| Model / Size | Silver Ox savings vs. Aluma / Legend |
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| 5×10 Utility (Single) | 30%+ |
| 6×12 Utility (Single) | 25%+ |
| 7×14 Utility (Tandem) | 20%+ |
| 7×16 Utility (Tandem) | 20%+ |
| 16+2 Car Hauler (7K) | 20%+ |
| 20+2 Car Hauler (10K) | 22%+ |
Savings based on Aluma and Legend pricing from average dealer-listed MSRP across the Great Lakes region as of Q1 2026. Specific configurations may vary. Silver Ox MSRP is direct manufacturer pricing.
Aluma and Legend are factory-order only — typical lead times are less than 3 weeks. Silver Ox keeps inventory at our Michigan dealer in Howell, MI for same-day pickup on most popular sizes.
Silver Ox MSRP is the price you pay. No dealer markup, no documentation fees, no delivery charges. Aluma and Legend dealers add hundreds of dollars in fees on average.
Warranty work, parts, and service through the same shop that built it. No third-party warranty processing. Show up, get fixed, leave.