Abstract: A trailer which is towed by a pickup truck or other vehicle has a base chassis frame on which is mounted a pivoted support frame which receives and supports a large refuse container pulled into place on the support frame by means of a lifting frame swinging on a shaft at the front of the trailer and operated by a hydraulic cylinder. The lifting frame is attached to the refuse container by means of a flexible chain or cable which is secured to the refuse container and holds same in place during transport.