Head to head
Erde 143 vs Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer
The Erde 143 is 492kg lighter empty. The Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,408kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer weighs 492kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer carries 2,408kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Erde 143 | Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 98kg | 590kg |
| Payload | 502kg | 2910kg |
| Internal length | 1.44m | - |
| Internal width | 0.99m | - |
| Internal height | 0.40m | - |
| Internal size | - | 3.05 x 1.70 |
| Bed height | - | 367mm |
Sources: Erde 143, Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 143 if...
- you want one that is 492kg 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
Buy or hire the Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 2,408kg more
A lightweight plant trailer with a low bed and shallow ramp angle, aimed at mini digger hire and contractors who want a high payload from a 3.5 tonne gross weight.
Full Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Erde 143 and the Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer?
The Erde 143 is 492kg lighter empty. The Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,408kg more. The Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102.; the Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer is a 10 ft x 5 ft 7 in lightweight 3.5 tonne plant trailer.
Which is lighter, the Erde 143 or the Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer?
The Erde 143. It is 492kg lighter empty than the Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer.
Which carries more, the Erde 143 or the Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer?
The Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer, by 2,408kg.
Can I tow the Erde 143 or the Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant 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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