Why are trucks, trailers, construction vehicles, and construction equipment stolen? What are some of the most commonly stolen pieces of equipment in these categories?

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Usually trucks and trailers are stolen by professional thieves, although they are also stolen for parts. Truck trailers are usually stolen by simply backing up a tractor to the trailer and hauling it away. The trailer's cargo is generally the target.

The NICB notes that heavy equipment theft is a growing problem, with approximately 11,486 heavy equipment thefts reported in 2013, including backhoes, bulldozers, and dump trucks. Most of the thefts were committed by organized crime rings, which often had targeted equipment shopping lists. Many of the rings are international, filling equipment needs in underdeveloped countries. The NICB Web site notes that rubber- tired equipment is most likely to be stolen because it can be driven away under its own power. The most popular targets are skid steers, backhoes, and dump trucks.