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M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer vs Woodford Eco Box
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer | Woodford Eco Box | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 500kg or 750kg options |
| Unladen weight | 840kg | 205-275kg depending on size |
| Payload | 1860kg | - |
| Internal length | 2480mm | - |
| Internal width | 1500mm | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Brakes | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) | - |
| 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 5ft Tipping 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 5ft Tipping Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
A general-purpose tipping trailer for farmers, landscapers and small groundworks contractors moving loose materials like aggregate, muck or logs, with an optional electric ram for one-touch tipping instead of a hand-cranked or solid ram.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
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.
Listed by
- Lustre trailers - Norwich
Common questions
What is the difference between the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer and the Woodford Eco Box?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft twin axle tipping 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 5ft Tipping 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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