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M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer vs Woodford Eco Box
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | Woodford Eco Box | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 500kg or 750kg options |
| Unladen weight | 600kg | 205-275kg depending on size |
| Payload | 2100kg | - |
| Internal length | 2440mm | - |
| Internal width | 1524mm | - |
| 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 Twin 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 5ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes 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 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 Twin Axle Trailer and the Woodford Eco Box?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft braked twin 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 5ft Twin 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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