Head to head
Graham Edwards VT3517TB vs M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer
The Graham Edwards VT3517TB is rated 800kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is 155kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Graham Edwards VT3517TB is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Graham Edwards VT3517TB weighs 155kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Graham Edwards VT3517TB | M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 995kg | 840kg |
| Axles | Tri | Twin |
| Bed length | 17' | - |
| Bed width | 7' | - |
| Payload | - | 1860kg |
| Internal length | - | 2480mm |
| Internal width | - | 1500mm |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Graham Edwards VT3517TB, 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 VT3517TB if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
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 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer if...
- you want one that is 155kg 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 VT3517TB and the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer?
The Graham Edwards VT3517TB is rated 800kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is 155kg lighter empty. The Graham Edwards VT3517TB is a 17 ft x 7 ft tri axle 3.5 tonne car transporter trailer; the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft twin axle tipping trailer.
Which is lighter, the Graham Edwards VT3517TB or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer. It is 155kg lighter empty than the Graham Edwards VT3517TB.
Can I tow the Graham Edwards VT3517TB 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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