Head to head
HM Trailers DC20 vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Specifications side by side
| HM Trailers DC20 | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Axles | 2 x 127mm round axles, 385/65 R22.5 wheels | Single |
| Capacity | 12 cubic metres | - |
| Body length | 5200mm (17ft) | - |
| Width | 2550mm (8ft 4in) | - |
| Overall length | 7284mm (23ft) | - |
| Max tipped height | 6210mm (20ft 4in) | - |
| Gross weight | - | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | - | 280kg |
| Payload | - | 470kg |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1220mm |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: HM Trailers DC20, 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 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.
Listed by
- H M Trailers - Ongar, Fyfield
Buy or hire the 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
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 HM Trailers DC20 and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
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