Head to head
Debon Cargo 1300 vs Erde 143
The Erde 143 is 382kg lighter empty. The Debon Cargo 1300 is rated 700kg heavier gross and carries 318kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Debon Cargo 1300 weighs 382kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Debon Cargo 1300 is rated 700kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Debon Cargo 1300 carries 318kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Debon Cargo 1300 | Erde 143 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1300kg | 600kg |
| Unladen weight | 480kg | 98kg |
| Payload | 820kg | 502kg |
| Internal length | - | 1.44m |
| Internal width | - | 0.99m |
| Internal height | - | 0.40m |
Sources: Debon Cargo 1300, Erde 143. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Cargo 1300 if...
- you want one that is rated 700kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 318kg more
A lightweight cargo box aimed at buyers wanting simple, secure storage for tools or stock without the extra features of the C-series.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Buy or hire the 143 if...
- you want one that is 382kg lighter empty
The Erde 143 is a step up in size from the Erde 102, still light enough for many family cars to tow without a braking system, and commonly used for camping, tip runs and light gardening or DIY loads. Its tipping body and low unladen weight make it a popular first trailer for private buyers.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Debon Cargo 1300 and the Erde 143?
The Erde 143 is 382kg lighter empty. The Debon Cargo 1300 is rated 700kg heavier gross and carries 318kg more. The Debon Cargo 1300 is a a single-axle enclosed box van trailer rated at 1300kg gross weight.; the Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102..
Which is lighter, the Debon Cargo 1300 or the Erde 143?
The Erde 143. It is 382kg lighter empty than the Debon Cargo 1300.
Which carries more, the Debon Cargo 1300 or the Erde 143?
The Debon Cargo 1300, by 318kg.
Can I tow the Debon Cargo 1300 or the Erde 143 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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