A Great Heavy Duty Mid-Sized Utility Trailer

5x8 Utility Trailer (Some Options Shown)

This is an excellent utility trailer for all around use.  Like all our Utility Trailers, this one is also engineered for Strength, Towing Stability, Versatility and hauling Flexibility.

If you want an awesome utility trailer, these plans are a great place to start!

Plans include easy to follow, fully illustrated instructions including many additional options.  See the plans contents.
 

 
Engineered specifically for dynamic towing stability, loading flexibility and strength, this utility trailer is loaded with unique features like a floating axle, a hide-away ramp, and flexible tie-down options.  (The picture shows the fold-down tailgate / loading ramp option.  Other options included.)

Design options maximize utility, usefulness and allow the trailer to be customized for a particular need.  Things like a top, sides or tailgate can be added.  Extras like a motorcycle stand, a ramp and toolbox mounting (included in the plans) can also be added.

Construction :  Requires metal working skills like cutting, drilling & welding.

Utility Trailer Technical Information:

• Trailer bed size is slightly larger than 5 ft. wide x 8 ft. long.
• Overall length including the tongue is 159 inches.
• Trailer bed height will depend on design options chosen and will range from 16 inches up.  (Bed height shown is a low 18")
• Max capacity (depending on options) is 3500 lbs.* including the trailer.
• Trailer weight will vary depending on design options, but will range from 600 lbs up.

If you would like to build this trailer, complete, easy to follow, fully illustrated plans can be ordered here.  For more info on the plans, learn about What makes our Trailer Plans better?

 
See more utility trailer plans at the Trailers Home Page, and for more information on trailers in general, read the articles "What makes a good Trailer Design?" and "Choosing the Right Utility Trailer"

 
* Load capacity is dependent on axle, component and material options.  It is also highly dependent on materials used, construction techniques, assembly methods and proper load application.  Load capacity does not include capacities for purchased parts such as the hitch, chain, axle, etc..  Do not exceed manufactures limits.  Always use caution, proper safety equipment and tie downs when loading and towing a trailer.