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M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer vs Rice Beaufort Double
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 1,120kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 1,120kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | Rice Beaufort Double | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | Approx. 1,580kg (3,485lb) |
| Axles | Twin | Twin |
| Unladen weight | 600kg | - |
| Payload | 2100kg | - |
| Internal length | 2440mm | - |
| Internal width | 1524mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) | - |
Sources: M-Tec 8ft x 5ft 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 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 1,120kg heavier gross
A wider twin-axle box trailer for builders, farmers and plant hire yards needing to carry bulkier loads such as pallets or small plant, with braked axles for safer road towing at higher 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 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer and the Rice Beaufort Double?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 1,120kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer; the Rice Beaufort Double is a twin axle two-horse trailer.
Can I tow the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft 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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