4′ x 8′ – 2000# – Utility Trailer Plans

An excellent DIY small trailer project.  These 4 x 8 Small Utility Trailer Plans sport 2000 lbs. capacity.  The trailer will work hard, yet always be nice to work with.  And, tow it with a smaller car.

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Description

Description

At such a great size, a 4×8 makes an awesome small utility trailer which is perfect for many odd jobs.  Like fetching lumber, light landscaping needs, or for hauling a motorcycle.  This is, one of our most popular sizes.  At 2000 lbs capacity, this trailer is tough for the work, yet lightweight and easy to pull – even behind a smaller tow vehicle (see your vehicle specs).

4×8 Small Utility Trailer Design Details

4x8 Utility Trailer PlansPlans include easy to follow, instructions (with illustrations) and many construction options.  They also include full materials and parts lists with suggested places to purchase the components.

The pictures show a few of the options.  Many more are possible, plus, we encourage customizing with ideas of your own.

Design options maximize utility and usefulness, while allowing custom choices to meet your unique needs.  Things like sides, a top, and a tailgate are illustrated in the plans.  And, if you want, make the extras bits like a motorcycle stand, a ramp, and add a toolbox (also in the plans).  Make this trailer perfect for the way you want to use it.

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For more options, consider the torsion axle version instead.  Or, if you want something a little smaller, look at our 4 x 6 trailer size.

Specifications

Specifications

4′ x 8′ – 2000# – Utility Trailer Plans

  • 4×8 foot nominal deck size.  (Actual dimensions are a little bigger.  Unlike many competitors, this trailer will haul 4′ width items like 4×8 sheets, even if you put plywood to line the sides.)
  • Single Axle, 2000 lb. Capacity, Leaf Spring Style.
  • Trailer is made in Steel, primary assembly is by welding.
  • Removable Ramp Option.
  • Options for various Sides and other customizing.
  • Trailer weight varies with design options, but will range from 390 lbs (for minimal flat bed) on up.
  • Simple Motorcycle Stand plans are included.
  • Trailer Plans Include Complete Drawings and Instructions.

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More About The Design Features

More About The Design Features

Because you should know, here is a little more information about the 4×8 Utility trailers made from these plans.

  • Trailer bed size is slightly larger than 4 ft. wide x 8 ft. long.  Allows 4×8 sheet goods (like plywood, drywall, etc.) to lay flat on the bed.
  • Overall length including the tongue is ~150 inches.  (May vary with options.)
  • Trailer bed height depends on options — from 16 inches up.  (Bed height shown is 19″.)
  • Tires shown are larger than needed for aesthetic purposes.  Certainly, smaller tires, fenders, etc., are acceptable.
  • Max load capacity is 2000 lbs.* which includes both the cargo and the trailer.
  • Also, please visit the Mechanic’s construction tips and advice for more ideas about building a trailer.

While the animated image below is actually of our 4 x 6 Utility Trailer, these trailer plans include all the same options — just with a longer trailer bed.Options Available in the 4x6 Utility Trailer Plans

These trailer plans are for a traditional leaf spring suspension.  If you prefer, we also offer similar 4 x 8 trailer plans designed for a torsion axle.  Leaf springs are less expensive and much more common, while torsions offer some ride improvements.  We also offer plans for a 3500# capacity 4’x 8′ Utility Trailer.

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