Head to head
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

Specifications side by side
| HM Trailers DC20 | Nugent P3116H | |
|---|---|---|
| Axles | 2 x 127mm round axles, 385/65 R22.5 wheels | Twin |
| Capacity | 12 cubic metres | - |
| Body length | 5200mm (17ft) | - |
| Width | 2550mm (8ft 4in) | - |
| Overall length | 7284mm (23ft) | - |
| Max tipped height | 6210mm (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.
Listed by
- H M Trailers - Ongar, Fyfield
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.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
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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