Head to head
Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer carries 2,440kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 310kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer carries 2,440kg more.
- Gross weight: the Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer weighs 310kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 590kg | 280kg |
| Payload | 2910kg | 470kg |
| Internal size | 3.05 x 1.70 | - |
| Bed height | 367mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1220mm |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer, 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 Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer if...
- you want one that carries 2,440kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
A lightweight plant trailer with a low bed and shallow ramp angle, aimed at mini digger hire and contractors who want a high payload from a 3.5 tonne gross weight.
Full Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer specifications →Buy or hire the 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 310kg lighter empty
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 Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer carries 2,440kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 310kg lighter empty. The Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer is a 10 ft x 5 ft 7 in lightweight 3.5 tonne plant trailer; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 310kg lighter empty than the Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer.
Which carries more, the Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer, by 2,440kg.
Can I tow the Indespension Alumax 10' x 5'7" Plant Trailer or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle 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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