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Erde 102 vs Rice Beaufort Double

The Rice Beaufort Double is rated 1,280kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Erde 102
Erde 102 - image: Ted's Trailers
Beaufort Double
Rice Beaufort Double

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Erde 102Rice Beaufort Double
Gross weight300kgApprox. 1,580kg (3,485lb)
Internal length1.06m / 3'5"-
Internal width0.85m / 2'9"-
Unladen weight55kg-
Payload245kg-
Axles-Twin

Sources: Erde 102, Rice Beaufort Double. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the 102 if...

The Erde 102 is one of the smallest trailers Erde sells, light enough to be towed by small cars and many motorcycles, and pitched at campers and gardeners rather than tradespeople. Its tipping body makes it easy to empty garden waste or loose loads without lifting them out by hand.

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Buy or hire the Beaufort Double if...

  • you want one that is rated 1,280kg heavier gross

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.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Erde 102 and the Rice Beaufort Double?

The Rice Beaufort Double is rated 1,280kg heavier gross. The Erde 102 is a a small, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, used for camping and light loads.; the Rice Beaufort Double is a twin axle two-horse trailer.

Can I tow the Erde 102 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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