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Graham Edwards VT3517TB vs HM Trailers DC20

The Graham Edwards VT3517TB is a 17 ft x 7 ft tri axle 3.5 tonne car transporter trailer. The HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Graham Edwards VT3517TB
Graham Edwards VT3517TB - image: Graham Edwards Trailers
HM Trailers DC20
HM Trailers DC20 - image: HM Trailers

Specifications side by side

Graham Edwards VT3517TBHM Trailers DC20
AxlesTri2 x 127mm round axles, 385/65 R22.5 wheels
Gross weight3500kg-
Unladen weight995kg-
Bed length17'-
Bed width7'-
Capacity-12 cubic metres
Body length-5200mm (17ft)
Width-2550mm (8ft 4in)
Overall length-7284mm (23ft)
Max tipped height-6210mm (20ft 4in)

Sources: Graham Edwards VT3517TB, HM Trailers DC20. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the VT3517TB if...

A tri axle car transporter for recovery firms, dealers and hire fleets moving cars and light vehicles. Winch, wheel chocks and ramps are listed as options.

Full VT3517TB specifications →

Buy or hire the DC20 if...

A dump trailer for hauling muck, aggregate or waste on a construction site, built to tip clear over a high-sided skip or wagon. Its round-axle running gear and reinforced chassis suit off-road site use rather than road haulage.

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Full DC20 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Graham Edwards VT3517TB and the HM Trailers DC20?

The Graham Edwards VT3517TB is a 17 ft x 7 ft tri axle 3.5 tonne car transporter trailer; the HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer.

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