Head to head
Brian James A-Max 210 vs M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer carries 610kg more and is rated 700kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Payload: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer carries 610kg more.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 700kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A-Max 210 | M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg | 2700kg |
| Payload | 1490kg | 2100kg |
| Internal bed | 4.0m x 1.96m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 600kg |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1524mm |
| Axles | - | Twin |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Brian James A-Max 210, M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the A-Max 210 if...
An entry-level flatbed for hobbyist racers and private car movers who only need to shift a light car or kit car occasionally. Its lower gross weight keeps it towable behind smaller cars than the heavier A-Max 305.
Listed by
- A47 Barwell Trailers Sales Hire Service Ltd - Leicester, Barwell
Buy or hire the 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that carries 610kg more
- you want one that is rated 700kg heavier gross
A wider twin-axle box trailer for builders, farmers and plant hire yards needing to carry bulkier loads such as pallets or small plant, with braked axles for safer road towing at higher weights.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A-Max 210 and the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer carries 610kg more and is rated 700kg heavier gross. The Brian James A-Max 210 is a a lightweight single/twin-axle flatbed car trailer with a 4.0m bed; the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James A-Max 210 or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer, by 610kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A-Max 210 or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer on a car licence?
Yes, as far as the licence goes. Both are rated at or under 3,500kg gross, and a car (B) licence has covered towing up to 3,500kg since 16 December 2021. Your car still has to be rated to tow the loaded weight - check the handbook or the VIN plate.
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