Head to head
M-Tec 8ft 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
- Gross weight: the Rice Beaufort Double is rated 830kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | Rice Beaufort Double | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | Approx. 1,580kg (3,485lb) |
| Axles | Single | Twin |
| Unladen weight | 280kg | - |
| Payload | 470kg | - |
| Internal length | 2440mm | - |
| Internal width | 1220mm | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
Sources: M-Tec 8ft 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 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
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
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.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer and the Rice Beaufort Double?
The Rice Beaufort Double is rated 830kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft 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 8ft 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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