Real Rugged build: 5' x 8' — Mesh sides, Bi-fold ramp

Utility · 5' x 8' · Landscape

5' x 8' — Mesh sides, Bi-fold ramp

This 5' x 8' open utility trailer, built with a fitted tarp kit, a bi-fold rear ramp, and swivel D-rings. Photographed on our New Hampshire floor.

Photographed at our New Hampshire factory.

Completed build archive: August 2025
Built for: Landscape work
Current base payload: 2,519 lb
Photo proof: 10 real photos

Why this configuration works

This completed build combines Tarp kit — custom housing, 48" bi-fold ramp — AutoLatch, Swivel D-rings. Use it as a proven starting point, then change any option in Build & Price.

View the 5' x 8' model guide

What's on this trailer

5' x 8' utility base$3,449
13" rail — aluminum mesh+ $1,059
48" bi-fold ramp — AutoLatch+ $795
Swivel D-rings × 4+ $160
Tie-down cutouts — frame extrusion+ $279
Tarp kit — custom housing+ $539
13" aluminum spare — 5-star with mount+ $289

Build this exact trailer$6,570

Review & reserve as shown

Review this trailer's exact options at current prices. Reserve it as shown or choose Edit build to change anything.

Built to order. Current lead time: typically 3 weeks.

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5 x 8 Open Utility Trailer · Model R1000

Full specifications

Printable spec sheet

GVWR: 2,990 lb
Estimated payload: 2,519 lb
Estimated empty weight: 471 lb
Rating per axle: 3,300 lb

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.

Dimensions & Weight

Standard Size	5' x 8' Single Axle Trailer
Overall Length	11′ 7″
Overall Width	79″
Trailer Weight	471 lb
GVWR Rating	2,990 lb
Trailer Payload	2,519 lb
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

Standard equipment

Custom Aluminum Extrusion floor
3″ x 2″ x 3/16″ Tubular aluminum frame
2″ A-Frame coupler
3,000 lb Top Wind (Bolted On) jack
Torsion / Torflex suspension
13″ x 5″ Aluminum 5-Star
ST185/80R-13 Belted Radial tires
Optronics L.E.D. lighting
4-Way Flat electrical connector
Natural Aluminum finish

Specifications are for the 5 x 8 Open Utility Trailer base model and are subject to confirmation on your build. Options shown on this trailer may change some figures.

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