3T TWIN-AXLE
PLANT TRAILER Hire
From £54.77 Per Day
Strong, stable and designed for transporting compact plant and equipment.
This braked twin-axle trailer provides a versatile transport solution
with a maximum gross weight of up to 3,000 kg.
This braked twin-axle trailer provides a versatile transport solution
with a maximum gross weight of up to 3,000 kg.
3,000 kg maximum
gross weight
Stable twin-axle
configuration
Designed for compact
plant transport
Perfect for
Mini Excavators
One-Tonne Dumpers
Compaction Equipment
Construction Machinery
Landscaping Equipment
Site Plant Transport
WHY HIRE FROM
Buildcompound?
We supply well-maintained, professional equipment that’s ready to perform from the moment it leaves our depot.
Every trailer is inspected and checked before hire to provide dependable plant transportation.
RELIABLE EQUIPMENT
Every trailer, coupling, tyre and light is checked before hire.
FLEXIBLE HIRE OPTIONS
Daily, weekly and long-term hire to suit your project.
FAST LOCAL AVAILABILITY
Collect from our depot or ask about equipment delivery.
EXPERT ADVICE
Tell us what you need to transport and we’ll help confirm whether the trailer is suitable.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Product | Twin-Axle Plant Trailer |
|---|---|
| Maximum Gross Weight | 3,000 kg |
| Axle Configuration | Twin Axle |
| Braking System | Braked |
| Trailer Type | Plant and Equipment Transporter |
| Loading Method | Rear Loading Ramps |
| Coupling | Standard Towing Coupling |
| Electrical Connection | Road-Lighting Connection |
| Load Restraint | Integrated Lashing Points |
| Jockey Wheel | Yes |
| Parking Brake | Yes |
| Hire Includes | Trailer and Loading Ramps |
The trailer’s usable payload is its plated maximum gross weight minus its unladen weight. It must not be assumed that a 3,000 kg trailer can carry a 3,000 kg machine.
The data plate fitted to the particular trailer supplied governs its exact gross weight, unladen weight, payload, nose-weight limit and tyre ratings.
NEED A COMPLETE PLANT PACKAGE?
We have trailers, excavators, dumpers and supporting equipment available to combine with your hire.
FREQUENTLY HIRED TOGETHER
JCB 1T-2 DUMPER
Compact high-tip dumper suitable for many restricted-access projects.
MINI EXCAVATOR
Complete excavation, drainage and landscaping work.
RATCHET STRAPS
Secure suitable equipment using the trailer’s designated lashing points.
TRAILER SECURITY
Protect the trailer with suitable hitch and wheel security equipment.
ABOUT THE 3T TWIN-AXLE TRAILER
This 3-tonne twin-axle trailer is designed for transporting compatible compact plant and construction equipment between the depot and site.
Its twin-axle configuration provides greater stability than a comparable single-axle trailer, while the rear loading ramps allow suitable wheeled or tracked equipment to be loaded.
Integrated lashing points provide secure locations for rated restraint equipment. The trailer’s braking system, parking brake, jockey wheel and road lights support safe towing when correctly coupled to a suitable vehicle.
Before transport, the complete towing combination—including the vehicle, trailer, machine, attachments, fuel and accessories—must be checked against every relevant weight limit.
FAQs
Can the trailer carry three tonnes of equipment?
Not necessarily. The 3,000 kg figure normally refers to the trailer’s maximum authorised mass, which includes the weight of the trailer itself. The usable payload must be taken from the trailer’s data plate.
How do I know whether my machine will fit?
Check the machine’s operating or transport weight, width, length, track position and centre of gravity against the trailer’s plated payload and bed dimensions. Build Compound can help check compatibility before hire.
Can it carry a JCB 1T-2 dumper?
Potentially, subject to the precise trailer payload, bed dimensions and the dumper’s transport configuration. The complete combination must be checked before loading.
Can it carry a three-tonne excavator?
A 3,000 kg gross trailer will not normally have sufficient payload for a machine that itself weighs approximately three tonnes. A larger trailer and appropriately rated towing vehicle would usually be required.
Are loading ramps included?
Yes. Suitable loading ramps are supplied with the trailer and must be correctly positioned and secured before loading.
Are ratchet straps included?
Load-restraint equipment may be supplied separately. The correct number and rating of restraints depend on the machine being transported.
NEED HELP CHOOSING?
Our team is here to help you find the right machine for your project.
What vehicle do I need?
The towing vehicle must have sufficient towing capacity, gross train weight and allowable nose weight for the fully loaded trailer. The towbar and electrical connection must also be compatible.
Do I need a special driving licence?
Licence entitlement depends on when the driver passed their test and the permitted weights of the vehicle and trailer. The driver is responsible for confirming that they are legally entitled and competent to tow the combination.
How should the machine be positioned?
It must be centred laterally and positioned to achieve the correct nose weight without exceeding axle, coupling or vehicle limits. The parking brake should be applied and the machine secured at approved restraint points.
Can I transport loose materials?
No. This trailer is designed primarily for compatible plant and equipment. Loose soil, aggregate, rubble and unsecured materials must not be carried.
What checks should I complete before towing?
Check the coupling, breakaway cable, lights, tyres, wheel security, ramps, jockey wheel, parking brake and load restraints. Confirm that all weights are within their plated limits.
Can the trailer be used if a light is not working?
No. A trailer with defective road lights, tyres, brakes, coupling or safety equipment must not be towed. Contact Build Compound immediately.
Can you deliver the plant instead?
Yes. Build Compound can arrange plant delivery across Yorkshire, subject to the equipment, location and availability.
What happens if the trailer is damaged?
Stop using it and contact Build Compound immediately. Do not tow a trailer that may be unsafe and do not attempt structural, braking or electrical repairs yourself.
READY TO GET STARTED?
Book your 3T twin-axle plant trailer today.
- 01904944002
- HIRE@BUILDCOMPOUND.CO.UK