Head to head
Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ vs Rice Beaufort Double
The Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is rated 1,420kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is rated 1,420kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ | Rice Beaufort Double | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,000kg | Approx. 1,580kg (3,485lb) |
| Unladen weight | 980kg | - |
| Payload | 2,020kg | - |
| Overall dimensions | 7.15m x 2.48m x 2.40m | - |
| Bed length | 4.88m | - |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ, Rice Beaufort Double. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Velocity iQ if...
- you want one that is rated 1,420kg heavier gross
An enclosed trailer that keeps a car dry and out of sight in transit, built on Eco-Trailer's own chassis. Motorsport teams and car traders hire it to move a vehicle without exposing it to weather or attention on the road.
Listed by
- OK Racing Trailer Hire - Hertfordshire
Buy or hire the Beaufort Double if...
A twin axle two-horse trailer from a once-major UK horsebox brand. Owners keep older examples going with parts from specialist trailer suppliers rather than buying new.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ and the Rice Beaufort Double?
The Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is rated 1,420kg heavier gross. The Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is a enclosed car transporter trailer; the Rice Beaufort Double is a twin axle two-horse trailer.
Can I tow the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ or the Rice Beaufort Double 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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