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M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer vs Nugent Q1710
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 2,043kg more and is rated 3,140kg heavier gross. The Nugent Q1710 is 1,097kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 2,043kg more.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 3,140kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 1,097kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | Nugent Q1710 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 360kg |
| Unladen weight | 1250kg | 153kg |
| Payload | 2250kg | 207kg |
| Axles | Twin (Knott Avonride) | Single |
| Internal length | 3615mm | - |
| Internal width | 1850mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 1700mm x 1010mm |
Sources: M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer, Nugent Q1710. 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 carries 2,043kg more
- you want one that is rated 3,140kg heavier gross
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 Q1710 if...
- you want one that is 1,097kg lighter empty
A light trailer for farmers and smallholders who need to move a quad bike, feed or small tools around the yard behind an ATV or small vehicle rather than a car.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer and the Nugent Q1710?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 2,043kg more and is rated 3,140kg heavier gross. The Nugent Q1710 is 1,097kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer; the Nugent Q1710 is a a small single-axle trailer for quad bikes and ATVs.
Which is lighter, the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer or the Nugent Q1710?
The Nugent Q1710. It is 1,097kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer.
Which carries more, the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer or the Nugent Q1710?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer, by 2,043kg.
Can I tow the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer or the Nugent Q1710 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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