Trailer Hire

Tandem Axle Cage Trailer

8x5 Tandem-Axle Cage Trailer

Available 7 days a week from our Dandenong South depot.

Pick Up Return

What to know about the 8x5 Tandem-Axle Cage Trailer

Our 8x5 tandem-axle cage trailer is a versatile options for medium to heavy jobs including moving home or office, camping, moving furniture and large appliances, camping and waste removal.

  • 7-pin connector (adaptor available)

  • standard coupling to suite 50mm towball

  • safety chain & D-shackles for secure use

  • cage with gate - 90 cm high

  • tie down points around trailer

  • Jockey Wheel for moving trailer into place

  • Spare wheel

  • max payload of 1450 kg

  • tare (trailer only) weight 550 kg

  • ATM (trailer + max load) 2000 kg

Frequently Asked Questions about our 8x5 Tandem-Axle Cage Trailer Hire

What’s the difference between the single-axle and tandem-axle 8x5 trailer?
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Stability and weight capacity. Our 8x5 tandem (dual) axle trailer features hydraulic brakes and dual axles, meaning it can handle significantly heavier loads (up to a 2-tonne GVM) and offers a much smoother, safer towing experience on Melbourne freeways.

What can I legally haul in the 8x5 tandem cage trailer?
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This is our commercial-grade workhorse. It’s built for heavier materials or large household moves. The high cage allows you to stack items safely using tie-down points.

Does this trailer require my car to have an electric brake controller?
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No. This trailer utilizes an efficient mechanical override braking system. The trailer applies its own brakes automatically when you slow down, meaning you don’t need any special wiring installed in your vehicle to tow it safely.

Can I fill this trailer to the top of the cage with dirt, sand, or firewood?
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Be careful with weight volume! While the tandem axle can handle a massive 2-tonne total GVM, heavy materials like wet soil, sand, concrete bricks, or fresh firewood weigh a lot more than you think. Filling this cage to the very top with those materials will likely exceed your vehicle's towing capacity. We recommend loading heavy aggregates only halfway up.

Can I load a ride-on mower or quad bike into the 8x5 tandem trailer?
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Yes, it’s ideal for small machinery. The rear gate drops down to allow for ramp placement.

What happens if I get a flat tyre while the trailer is fully loaded?
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Don't stress. All our tandem trailers come with a mounted spare tyre and a commercial-grade wheel brace. Because it’s a dual-axle trailer, it actually remains much more stable during a blowout than a single-axle, keeping you safer on the Monash or EastLink.

Ready to hire 8x5 Tandem-Axle Cage Trailer?

Great, here's your next steps!

  1. add your Pick-up and Return dates (top of this page)

  2. if available, hit the add to cart button

  3. sign in and make payment

  4. your trailer will be ready to collect at the pick-up time

Don’t know what trailer you need? We can help. Call 0459 121 119.