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M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer vs Rice Beaufort Double
The M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 420kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 420kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer | Rice Beaufort Double | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg | Approx. 1,580kg (3,485lb) |
| Axles | Twin | Twin |
| Unladen weight | 550kg | - |
| Payload | 1450kg | - |
| Internal length | 2450mm | - |
| Internal width | 1280mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) | - |
Sources: M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer, Rice Beaufort Double. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 420kg heavier gross
A step up in payload and stability over the single-axle 8x4 for small building and agricultural contractors, with braked twin axles for safer towing at higher gross weights.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Buy or hire the Beaufort Double if...
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 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer and the Rice Beaufort Double?
The M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 420kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 8.2ft x 4.2ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer; the Rice Beaufort Double is a twin axle two-horse trailer.
Can I tow the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin 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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