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M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer vs Woodford Eco Box

The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is rated 250kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer - image: Clarkes of Cavan
Eco Box
Woodford Eco Box

Key differences

Specifications side by side

M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle TrailerWoodford Eco Box
Gross weight750kg500kg or 750kg options
Unladen weight280kg205-275kg depending on size
Payload470kg-
Internal length2440mm-
Internal width1220mm-
AxlesSingle-
BrakesUnbraked-
Dimensions-3,080 x 1,595 x 1,960mm external (largest, ECO745)
Internal load space-2,100 x 1,175 x 1,470mm (ECO745)
Axle-Single axle, unbraked

Sources: M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer, Woodford Eco Box. 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...

  • you want one that is rated 250kg heavier gross

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.

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Full 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer specifications →

Buy or hire the Eco Box if...

A lightweight box trailer built to order in Norfolk, bought by tradesmen and small businesses who want secure, lockable load space without the running costs of a van. It comes in four sizes so buyers can match it to what they need to carry.

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Full Eco Box specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer and the Woodford Eco Box?

The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is rated 250kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer; the Woodford Eco Box is a lightweight single-axle box trailer for general and van-replacement use.

Can I tow the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer or the Woodford Eco Box 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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