Can a trailer equipped with anti-lock brakes be used with a tractor that does not have anti-lock brakes?

A trailer equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS) can indeed be used with a tractor that does not have ABS. The anti-lock braking system is designed to prevent wheel lock-up during braking, which enhances vehicle control and stability. However, the functionality of ABS on the trailer does not require a matching system on the tractor for the trailer to be safely connected and operational.

Tractors without ABS can still tow trailers equipped with ABS; the system on the trailer will operate independently of the braking system of the tractor. This allows for better performance in certain driving conditions, especially during emergency braking scenarios, and contributes to the overall safety of the vehicle combination.

While the absence of ABS on the tractor does mean it won't benefit from the enhanced braking control the ABS provides, this does not impact the legality or physical capability of connecting the two vehicles.