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HM Trailers DC20 vs Nugent P3116H

The HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer. The Nugent P3116H is a a plant trailer for mini excavators and small machinery.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

DC20
HM Trailers DC20
Nugent P3116H
Nugent P3116H - image: eBay UK

Specifications side by side

HM Trailers DC20Nugent P3116H
Axles2 x 127mm round axles, 385/65 R22.5 wheelsTwin
Capacity12 cubic metres-
Body length5200mm (17ft)-
Width2550mm (8ft 4in)-
Overall length7284mm (23ft)-
Max tipped height6210mm (20ft 4in)-
Gross weight-3500kg
Unladen weight-735kg
Payload-2765kg
Internal bed-3148mm x 1616mm

Sources: HM Trailers DC20, Nugent P3116H. 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.

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Full DC20 specifications →

Buy or hire the P3116H if...

Bought by groundworks and plant hire operators who need to move a mini digger or similar compact machine and want Nugent's own suspension and braking package rather than a lighter unbraked trailer.

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Full P3116H specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the HM Trailers DC20 and the Nugent P3116H?

The HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer; the Nugent P3116H is a a plant trailer for mini excavators and small machinery.

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