Real Rugged build: 6.5' x 12' — Perimeter rail, Bi-fold ramp

Utility · 6.5' x 12'

6.5' x 12' — Perimeter rail, Bi-fold ramp

A working 6.5' x 12' open utility trailer, set up with an electric brake upgrade, an aluminum tongue box, and a 13-inch perimeter rail. Shot on the floor at our New Hampshire facility.

Photographed at our New Hampshire factory.

Completed build archive: July 2025
Built for: A custom owner-specified setup
Current base payload: 2,276 lb
Photo proof: 8 real photos

Why this configuration works

This completed build combines Electric Brake Upgrade – Single Axle, Aluminum Tongue Box, 13" Perimeter Rail – Aluminum Mesh – 6.5' x 12'. Use it as a proven starting point, then change any option in Build & Price.

View the 6.5' x 12' model guide

What's on this trailer

6.5' x 12' utility base$4,899
Brake Upgrade for Single Axle Trailer+ $589
Tongue Box+ $575
13" Rail with Expanded Metal / Mesh for 6.5' x 12' Trailer+ $1,269
Side Mount Jack Upgrade+ $89
15" Aluminum Mod Spare & Mount+ $359
Bi-Fold Ramp - 48" Long for 6.5' Wide Trailer+ $925
6.5' Top Rail Track & Cross Bar+ $739
L Track Tie Down Strip 4ea. × 2+ $578
Stake Pockets+ $349

Build this exact trailer$10,371

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Your build starts with this trailer's exact options at current prices — change anything.

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

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6.5 x 12 Open Utility Trailer · Model R1040

Full specifications

Printable spec sheet

GVWR: 2,990 lb
Estimated payload: 2,276 lb
Estimated empty weight: 714 lb
Rating per axle: 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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