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M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer vs Maypole MP6819
The Maypole MP6819 is 1,130kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 3,001kg heavier gross and carries 1,871kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 1,130kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 3,001kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 1,871kg more.
- Internal length: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 1.75m (6ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 69cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | Maypole MP6819 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 499kg |
| Unladen weight | 1250kg | 120kg |
| Payload | 2250kg | 379kg |
| Internal length | 3615mm | 186cm |
| Internal width | 1850mm | 116cm |
| Axles | Twin (Knott Avonride) | - |
| Internal height | - | 32cm |
Sources: M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer, Maypole MP6819. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 3,001kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,871kg more
- you want one that is 1.75m (6ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 69cm (2.5ft) wider inside
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Buy or hire the MP6819 if...
- you want one that is 1,130kg lighter empty
The longest trailer in Maypole's general purpose range here, for buyers needing extra bed length for bulkier loads such as garden waste or flat-pack furniture.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer and the Maypole MP6819?
The Maypole MP6819 is 1,130kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 3,001kg heavier gross and carries 1,871kg more. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer; the Maypole MP6819 is a an unbraked single-axle general purpose car trailer rated at 499kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer or the Maypole MP6819?
The Maypole MP6819. It is 1,130kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer.
Which carries more, the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer or the Maypole MP6819?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer, by 1,871kg.
Can I tow the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer or the Maypole MP6819 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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