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Utility · 6.5' x 12'
6.5' x 12' — Mesh sides, Bi-fold ramp
A working 6.5' x 12' open utility trailer, set up with an electric brake upgrade, an aluminum tongue box, and 13-inch side rails with mesh. Shot on the floor at our New Hampshire facility.
Photographed at our New Hampshire factory.
- July 2025
- A custom owner-specified setup
- 2,276 lb
- 8 real photos
Why this configuration works
This completed build combines Electric brakes, Aluminum tongue box, 13-inch side rails with mesh. Use it as a proven starting point, then change any option in Build & Price.
What's on this trailer
- 6.5' x 12' utility base$3,999
- 13" rail — aluminum mesh+ $1,089
- 48" bi-fold ramp — AutoLatch+ $759
- Top-rail track & crossbar+ $639
- Aluminum L-track strips × 2+ $578
- Stake pockets — welded+ $239
- Electric brake upgrade — single axle+ $309
- Aluminum tongue box+ $575
- Side-mount tongue jack upgrade+ $79
- 15" aluminum spare — mod with mount+ $299
New trailer configured like this$8,565
This exact configuration remains editable. Change any compatible option or ask Rugged to review it before ordering.
Built to order. Current lead time: typically 3 weeks.
6.5 x 12 Open Utility Trailer · Model R1040
Full specifications
- 2,990 lb
- 2,276 lb
- 714 lb
- 3,500 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 | 6.5' x 12' Single Axle Trailer |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 15′ 4″ |
| Overall Width | 100″ |
| Trailer Weight | 714 lb |
| GVWR Rating | 2,990 lb |
| Trailer Payload | 2,276 lb |
| G.A.W.R. (Ea. Axle) | 3,500 lb |
Structure
| Frame | 4″ x 2″ x 3/16″ Tubular |
|---|---|
| Tongue | 4″ x 2″ x 3/16″ Tubular |
| Floor | Custom Aluminum Extrusion |
| Cross-members | 4″ x 2″ x 3/16″ Tubular |
| Fenders | 10.75″ 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 | 15″ x 6″ Aluminum Mod Wheel |
| Tire | ST205/75R-15 Belted Radial |
| Brakes | Optional |
| Lights | Optronics L.E.D. |
| Electric Plug | 4-Way Flat |
| Finish | Natural Aluminum |
Standard equipment
- Custom Aluminum Extrusion floor
- 4″ x 2″ x 3/16″ Tubular aluminum frame
- 2″ A-Frame coupler
- 3,000 lb Top Wind (Bolted On) jack
- Torsion / Torflex suspension
- 15″ x 6″ Aluminum Mod Wheel
- ST205/75R-15 Belted Radial tires
- Optronics L.E.D. lighting
- 4-Way Flat electrical connector
- Natural Aluminum finish
Specifications are for the 6.5 x 12 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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