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M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer vs Rice Beaufort Double

The Rice Beaufort Double is rated 830kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences

Specifications side by side

M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle TrailerRice Beaufort Double
Gross weight750kgApprox. 1,580kg (3,485lb)
AxlesSingleTwin
Unladen weight240kg-
Payload510kg-
Internal length1820mm-
Internal width1220mm-
BrakesUnbraked-

Sources: M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer, Rice Beaufort Double. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...

An entry-level box trailer for tradespeople and gardeners moving small loads of tools, waste or turf, light enough to tow on a car licence without a trailer test. Its 750kg gross weight keeps it under the unbraked trailer limit.

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Buy or hire the Beaufort Double if...

  • you want one that is rated 830kg heavier gross

A twin axle two-horse trailer from a once-major UK horsebox brand. Owners keep older examples going with parts from specialist trailer suppliers rather than buying new.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer and the Rice Beaufort Double?

The Rice Beaufort Double is rated 830kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 6ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer; the Rice Beaufort Double is a twin axle two-horse trailer.

Can I tow the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer or the Rice Beaufort Double 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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