The term "flatbed" refers to a type of trailer that has an open deck with no sides or end walls, allowing for easy loading and unloading of cargo. The flat surface can be accessed from all four sides, making it ideal for transporting large, heavy, or awkwardly shaped items such as construction equipment, vehicles, or machinery. Flatbeds are commonly used in the trucking industry to move goods over long distances and can vary in size and capacity depending on the needs of the cargo being transported.