Patrick uses his Rugged trailer in demanding Florida weather. Its light weight, corrosion-resistant aluminum construction, and Rugged's support have made it a dependable part of his landscaping business.
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5 × 8 Open Utility Trailer
The homeowner favorite for dump runs and weekend projects.
- From
- $3,596
- Payload (est.)
- 2,519 lb
- GVWR
- 2,990 lb
Most-built setup
$5,341
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- Refundable 25% order deposit The amount due today is a 25% refundable order deposit. It remains refundable until you approve the final written Build Order. Rugged reviews the submitted configuration before approval; required changes are shown in a new written revision. A higher approved total requires your explicit authorization for the difference. If the approved 25% target is lower, Rugged refunds the excess to the original payment method.
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- Five-year structural warranty Built and supported by Rugged in Hudson, New Hampshire.
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Construction
Every component earns its place
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- 014 × 2 × 3/16-inch tubular aluminum
Structure without unnecessary weight
The tubular aluminum frame carries the deck and rated running gear without a painted steel chassis.
- 02Custom aluminum extrusion
A deck made for the weather
Interlocking aluminum deck extrusions provide a weather-resistant loading surface without wood deck boards.
- 03Available AutoLatch ramp and tailgate system
Latched the moment it closes
Available AutoLatch-equipped ramps and tailgates secure automatically on close — no cotter pins or clips to pull, drop, or lose.
- 043,500 lb EZ Lube axle · Torsion / Torflex
Independent ride control
Torsion suspension moves independently at each wheel and eliminates leaf-spring hardware beneath the deck.
- 053,000 lb top-wind jack · Curt safety cables
Serviceable where it matters
The bolted jack, standard coupler, and safety cables remain accessible for inspection and service.
- 0613″ × 5″ aluminum five-star · ST185/80R-13
Running gear scaled to the trailer
The 5-foot series rides on 13-inch aluminum five-star wheels with ST185/80R-13 radial tires.
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Exact completed build5 x 8 Open Utility Trailer
5x8 utility — walk-around
Compact all-aluminum 5x8 utility build with 13-inch wheels and stowaway ramps.
0:59 · April 2026
- 13" wheels
- Stowaway ramps
- All-aluminum frame and deck
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Capacity and specifications
The numbers that define the trailer
Essential measurements stay visible. Detailed construction and running-gear information is organized below.
The number that matters
2,990 lb GVWR minus 471 lb base trailer weight equals 2,519 lb estimated base payload.
Payload decreases as options are added.
Weight and payload estimates: Published trailer weight reflects the standard base configuration. Options and manufacturing variation affect final weight and available payload. Your completed trailer is weighed at the factory; its certified final weight and payload are provided after manufacturing.
Fit and towing: Payload shown is trailer payload, not your tow vehicle's capacity. Verify your vehicle, hitch, tongue-weight, and loaded-trailer ratings before ordering.
- 11′ 7″
- 79″
- 471 lb
- 2,990 lb
- 2,519 lb
Full specifications
Dimensions & Weight
- Standard Size
- 5' x 8' Single Axle Trailer
- G.A.W.R. (Ea. Axle)
- 3,300 lb
Structure
- Frame
- 3″ x 2″ x 3/16″ Tubular
- Tongue
- 3″ x 2″ x 3/16″ Tubular
- Floor
- Custom Aluminum Extrusion
- Cross-members
- 3″ x 2″ x 3/16″ Tubular
- Fenders
- 9″ x 32″ Smooth Aluminum
- Coupler
- 2″ A-Frame
- Safety Chains
- Curt Single Hook Cable (2 ea)
- Jacks
- 3,000 lb Top Wind (Bolted On)
Running Gear
- Axles
- Single 3,500 lb EZ Lube Axle
- Suspension
- Torsion / Torflex
- Wheel
- 13″ x 5″ Aluminum 5-Star
- Tire
- ST185/80R-13 Belted Radial
- Brakes
- N/A
- Lights
- Optronics L.E.D.
- Electric Plug
- 4-Way Flat
- Finish
- Natural Aluminum
All items listed are standard equipment unless marked.
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Real builds of this model
Three completed examples of this exact model.
5' x 8' · Utility · Landscape work
5' x 8' Single axle Utility
- Bi-fold ramp with AutoLatch
- Mounted spare tire
Trailer & options$7,368Built to order · 25% refundable deposit
5' x 8' · Utility · Landscape work
5' x 8' Single axle Utility
- Tarp kit
- Bi-fold ramp with AutoLatch
Trailer & options$6,607Built to order · 25% refundable deposit
5' x 8' · Utility · Landscape work
5' x 8' Single axle Utility
- 21-inch side rails with tread plate
- Built-in tie-down cutouts
Trailer & options$7,028Built to order · 25% refundable deposit
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