Head to head
Graham Edwards TP126 vs M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer
The Graham Edwards TP126 is rated 800kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is 220kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Graham Edwards TP126 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Graham Edwards TP126 weighs 220kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Graham Edwards TP126 | M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500KG | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 1060KG | 840kg |
| Axles | TANDEM | Twin |
| Length | 12' | - |
| Width | 6'6" | - |
| Payload | - | 1860kg |
| Internal length | - | 2480mm |
| Internal width | - | 1500mm |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Graham Edwards TP126, M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TP126 if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
A tipping trailer for groundworks, landscaping and site clearance where loads such as spoil and aggregate need to be tipped out. Removable side extensions and loading ramps are optional.
Full TP126 specifications →Buy or hire the 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer if...
- you want one that is 220kg lighter empty
A general-purpose tipping trailer for farmers, landscapers and small groundworks contractors moving loose materials like aggregate, muck or logs, with an optional electric ram for one-touch tipping instead of a hand-cranked or solid ram.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Graham Edwards TP126 and the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer?
The Graham Edwards TP126 is rated 800kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is 220kg lighter empty. The Graham Edwards TP126 is a 12 ft x 6 ft 6 in tandem axle 3.5 tonne tipping trailer; the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft twin axle tipping trailer.
Which is lighter, the Graham Edwards TP126 or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer. It is 220kg lighter empty than the Graham Edwards TP126.
Can I tow the Graham Edwards TP126 or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping 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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