REAL TIME TRAILER GPS TRACKING
Trailer GPS Tracker With Instant Movement Alerts
IP67 Waterproof · 3 Second Updates · 6 Months of Battery Life
SpaceHawk Magnetic GPS Tracker for Trailer
15+ years in GPS tracking. Built for trailer owners, small businesses and fleet managers who park trailers out of sight.
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- IP67 Waterproof
- Lifetime Warranty
- Free US Support
- No Contracts
ONE TRAILER GPS TRACKER FOR EVERY TRAILER BRAND You Have
SPECS AND KEY FEATURES Of SPaceHawk TRAILER GPS TRACKER
Will the SpaceHawk Trailer GPS Tracker Work for Your Trailer?
Fleet managers and weekend haulers ask the same four things first. Battery life, coverage, toughness and the subscription cost. Here are the numbers.
3 sec
LIVE UPDATE RATE
Real time tracking every 3 seconds while the trailer moves, or slower to save battery.
~6 ft
GPS ACCURACY
Location data accurate to about 6 feet, enough to pick one trailer out of a lot.
IP67
WATERPROOF RATING
Sealed against rain, snow and road spray, and rated for 30 minutes under 1 meter.
6 Months
LOW POWER BATTERY LIFE
3-6 Months long battery life for a stationary trailer, or 1 to 3 weeks on live updates.
150+
COUNTRIES
4G LTE cellular coverage in 150+ countries, with no roaming fees on cross-border routes.
iOS & Android
APP COMPATIBLE
Free app download for iOS and Android, plus secure web access from any computer.
Magnetic
MOUNT TYPE
Strong internal magnet grips the trailer frame in less than 60 seconds. No wiring needed.
Lifetime
WARRANTY
Unconditional lifetime warranty on defective devices, backed by USA based customer support.
| Specification | SpaceHawk Trailer GPS | Typical Competitor |
|---|---|---|
| Update Speed | As fast as every 3 seconds | Every 30 to 60 seconds by default |
| GPS Accuracy | ~6 feet | 15–30 feet |
| Waterproofing | IP67, built in (rain + road spray proof) | Water resistant, waterproof case extra |
| Low Power Battery | Up to 6 months | About 1 to 3 months |
| Global Coverage | 150+ countries | Domestic only |
| Starting Monthly Fee | From $9.95/mo Or No-Monthly option | About $20 to $22/month |
| Magnet | Strong internal magnet, built in | Often sold separately |
| Geofencing Alerts | Included | Often paid add-on |
| Hardwire Option | Yes, any 6 to 24V power source | None or varies by model |
WHAT A TRAILER TRACKER DOES
How a GPS Tracker for Trailers Works
A trailer GPS tracker is a small device that reports a trailer's location, movement and status in real time. The tracker reads GPS satellites to find precise location coordinates. The unit then sends that location data over cellular networks to your phone. Most trailers have no steady power, so the tracker runs on an internal battery.
Cargo & Utility Trailers
Enclosed and utility trailers full of tools and equipment, parked at job sites and home driveways.
Equipment Haulers
Gooseneck, dump and flatbed trailers moving skid steers, ATVs and machines between job sites.
Travel Trailers & RVs
Fifth-wheels, travel trailers and toy haulers left in storage lots or at campsites for weeks.
Fleet & Commercial
Dry vans, reefers and flatbeds sitting in drop yards between loads, often far from the office.
UNPOWERED ASSET CHALLENGES
Why Trailer Tracking Is Different from Vehicle Tracking
Trailers are unpowered assets that sit unhitched and alone most of the time. A tracker built for cars misses five problems trailers face every day.
No Constant Power
An unhitched trailer has no engine battery, so wired units lose power. An internal battery keeps the tracker reporting for weeks or months.
Higher Theft Risk
Trailers are easy to resell and hard to trace, and the cargo often costs more. A lock slows a thief. A tracker shows the route.
Detachable Asset
A thief needs a truck, a hitch ball and a few minutes. Instant movement alerts reach your phone as soon as the trailer rolls.
Long Idle Periods
Campers and utility trailers can sit stationary for a whole season. Low power mode keeps the tracker armed for up to 6 months per charge.
Harsh Outdoor Exposure
Trailers live outside in rain, snow, mud and summer heat. The IP67 sealed case handles weather and temperature swings all year round.
Start Trailer GPS Tracking Today
Join thousands of fleet owners, haulers, RVers, and contractors tracking with SpaceHawk. Track one trailer or a whole yard from the same account.
Month to month plans, a lifetime warranty and USA based support.
$9.95/mo
Or no-fee annual option
KEY FEATURES
Key Features for Trailer GPS Tracking
The benefits come down to three things. A battery that lasts, alerts that arrive fast, and a case that survives the weather.
Long Battery Life
Runs 1 to 3 weeks on live updates or up to 6 months in low power mode. Battery alerts warn you before power runs low.
Geofence Alerts
Draw a boundary around your yard, lot or campsite. Geofence alerts fire when the trailer enters or leaves the area you set.
Real Time Tracking
Location updates as fast as every 3 seconds while the trailer moves. Follow the route live and see the current location on a map.
Instant Movement Alerts
Get instant alerts on your phone when a parked trailer starts moving. Schedule real time alerts for nights and weekends with Alarm Mode.
Dark Mode
Turn the status lights off so nothing glows on the trailer frame at night. A hidden GPS tracker stays hidden when a thief comes searching.
IP67 Waterproof
Sealed against rain, snow, mud and road spray. Rated for 30 minutes under 1 meter of water, for trailers that live outside.
1-Year Route History
Replay every route and every stop for up to 1 year. Share a live trailer location with family or colleagues through ShareSpot.
Hardwire Option
Camper or reefer with its own 12V battery? The hardwire kit runs off any 6 to 24V power source. No more charging trips.
HARDWARE OPTIONS
Types of Trailer GPS Trackers
Trailer GPS trackers come in three power types. Match the type to how your trailer is powered and parked. Then the tracker stays live when the location counts.
Magnetic Battery-Powered
Best for: Utility, cargo and travel trailers.
Pros: Easy install with a strong magnet in less than 60 seconds. Moves between trailers.
Limitations: Recharge every 1 to 3 weeks on live updates, or up to 6 months in low power mode.
Solar-Powered
Best for: Trailers parked in open sun for months at a time.
Pros: A small panel tops up the battery, so charging trips are rare.
Limitations: Shade, snow and short winter days cut the charge. Units run larger than battery-only trackers.
Hardwired (7-Way / 12V)
Best for: Campers and reefers with their own 12V battery.
Pros: Constant power and no charging. The SpaceHawk hardwire kit fits any 6 to 24V source.
Limitations: A 7-way plug only feeds power while hitched, so wire to the trailer battery.
A tracker wired only to the 7-way plug loses power once the trailer is unhitched. A parked trailer is the easiest target, so battery power covers that gap.
WHO IS THIS FOR
Trailer GPS Tracking for Small Businesses to RV Owners
One trailer in the driveway or fifty in a drop yard, the setup is the same. Hide one tracker per trailer and watch every unit on one map.
Commercial Fleets
Fleet managers track dry vans, reefers and flatbeds across drop yards and routes. Geofence alerts flag any trailer that leaves a yard early.
Equipment Haulers
Gooseneck and flatbed trailers haul skid steers and tractors between sites. Route history logs every stop, and movement alerts cover parked nights.
RV Owners
Travel trailers and toy haulers sit in storage lots for months. Low power mode keeps watch all season without a trip to recharge.
Construction Companies
Cargo trailers full of tools and generators stay on job sites overnight. An instant alert on your phone beats finding an empty lot on Monday.
Rental Businesses
See where every rental trailer is and when one crosses a boundary. Route history settles billing questions about usage and where a trailer went.
Landscapers & Contractors
Enclosed trailers packed with mowers and trimmers move between properties all day. After hours movement alerts catch a theft from the yard.
BUSINESS BENEFITS
Do I Need a GPS Tracker for My Trailer?
Trailer theft is one of the most common and costly asset crimes in the U.S. - insurance data consistently ranks cargo and utility trailers among the top towable theft targets, with loss exposure including the trailer itself plus the tools, equipment, or cargo it carries.
Most stolen trailers are hitched and gone in under 60 seconds. Without GPS, recovery after the first 24 hours becomes extremely unlikely - less than 25% of stolen trailers are recovered without a tracker.
Beyond theft prevention, GPS trailer tracking unlocks operational wins most owners underestimate: insurance premium reductions, utilization visibility, return-to-yard verification, and defensible data for billing, dispute resolution, and insurance claims.
MOBILE APP
Download the SpaceHawk App
Monitor every trailer from anywhere with the SpaceHawk GPS mobile app. Set up in minutes - view real-time location, receive instant movement and tamper alerts, configure yard and campsite geofences, and access full route and utilization history. Available for iPhones running iOS 12 or later and all Android smartphones. Free U.S.-based technical support is included for the life of your device.
WHY CHOOSE SPACEHAWK
What Trailer Owners Are Saying
15+ years in GPS tracking. 1 million+ assets protected across 150+ countries. Free U.S.-based support 7 days a week. Lifetime warranty on every device.
4.5
1,200+ reviews
97%
WOULD RECOMMEND
U.S.
BASED SUPPORT
Justin M.
Verified Purchase
Have a couple on my utility trailers. Had AirTags before - they were able to detect and remove them. SpaceHawk is much harder to find. Battery is solid and the subscription is worth it for the peace of mind.
TRAILER SECURITY
Matthew F.
Verified Purchase
Your device was a life saver! My cargo trailer was taken from a job site and within 20 minutes I had the location pinned. Called the police, they recovered it and the tools inside the same day.
THEFT RECOVERY
Dave M.
Verified Purchase
Already have 27 of them across our trailer and equipment fleet. Easy to group by job site, battery life is awesome. Best GPS tracker we've found for multi-trailer commercial use.
FLEET / COMMERCIAL
Sarah M.
Verified Purchase
Runs on our travel trailer full season. Held a charge a long time and did exactly what it was supposed to. Easy to set up, the app is intuitive. Highly recommend for RV owners.
RV / TRAVEL TRAILER
Fernando G.
Verified Purchase
Put these on 4 work trailers and the trucks. The app shows job sites, drop lots, everything. Took five minutes per unit. Battery's still good. Very easy.
FLEET MONITORING
Mitchell P.
Verified Purchase
Magnet is really tough and the device was smaller than I expected - great for hiding it inside a trailer frame. Nice tracker overall. Subscription is worth it for real-time tracking.
TRAILER PROTECTIONTake Control Before Your Trailer Is Gone
Trailers are easy to hitch, easy to steal, and easy to disappear. SpaceHawk GPS gives you real-time visibility and instant movement alerts - so you can respond immediately the moment a trailer moves without authorization.
Choose flexible plans. Free lifetime support. No long-term contracts.
$9.95/mo
or no-fee annual option
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do trailers come with GPS?
No. Most trailers do not ship with built-in GPS tracking, so owners add an aftermarket tracker like SpaceHawk for theft protection and location history.
How long do trailer GPS batteries last?
Battery life depends on ping frequency and movement, typically ranging from several weeks to a few months per charge on a magnetic battery-powered tracker.
Are trailer trackers legal?
Yes. Placing a GPS tracker on a trailer you own is legal in the United States. Laws vary if tracking a vehicle you do not own.
Can a GPS tracker work without power?
Yes. Battery-powered magnetic trackers do not need to be wired into the trailer and keep working even when the trailer is unplugged and parked.
What is the best GPS tracker for trailer theft?
A covert, magnetic, battery-powered tracker with real-time alerts and long battery life, like SpaceHawk, is best suited for theft protection.
Are SpaceHawk trailer trackers waterproof?
Yes. SpaceHawk trackers are built with a weatherproof housing rated for outdoor use in rain, snow, and dust.
Can SpaceHawk help recover a stolen trailer?
Yes. Real-time location and movement alerts help owners and law enforcement locate a trailer quickly after it goes missing.
Do I need to hardwire the tracker?
No. Magnetic battery-powered models attach in minutes with no wiring, drilling, or professional installation required.
Still have questions?
Our U.S.-based team is available 7 days a week to help you choose the right tracker.
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