Head to head
Graham Edwards GP85DB vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Graham Edwards GP85DB carries 1,705kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 145kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Graham Edwards GP85DB carries 1,705kg more.
- Gross weight: the Graham Edwards GP85DB is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Graham Edwards GP85DB weighs 145kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Graham Edwards GP85DB | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 425kg | 280kg |
| Payload | 2175kg | 470kg |
| Axles | Tandem | Single |
| Brakes | Braked | Unbraked |
| Internal bed | 8'2" x 5' | - |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1220mm |
Sources: Graham Edwards GP85DB, M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GP85DB if...
- you want one that carries 1,705kg more
- you want one that is rated 1,850kg heavier gross
A farm and smallholder trailer for loose or bagged loads, bales or livestock kit, built to Graham Edwards' tandem-axle braked general-purpose spec rather than the lighter single-axle unbraked version.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Buy or hire the 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 145kg lighter empty
A longer single-axle box trailer for small builders and landscapers who need more load length than the 6x4 but still want to stay under the unbraked weight limit. Suited to bulky, light loads like fencing panels or garden waste.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Graham Edwards GP85DB and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Graham Edwards GP85DB carries 1,705kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 145kg lighter empty. The Graham Edwards GP85DB is a a tandem-axle braked general-purpose dropside trailer; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Graham Edwards GP85DB or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 145kg lighter empty than the Graham Edwards GP85DB.
Which carries more, the Graham Edwards GP85DB or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Graham Edwards GP85DB, by 1,705kg.
Can I tow the Graham Edwards GP85DB or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single 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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