Tandem Axle 8ft x 5ft Hydraulic Tipper Trailer – The Snapper

A compact 8ft x 5ft hydraulic tipper – a serious payload for your everyday heavy jobs...

The Snapper – Tandem Axle 8ft x 5ft Hydraulic Tipper Trailer is a compact, heavy-duty hydraulic tipper designed for day-to-day jobs where you need serious payload in a smaller footprint. With its 8ft x 5ft steel box, 2080kg payload and hydraulic tipping system, it is ideal for regular runs with soil, metal, green waste and building materials. The hydraulic power pack and wired remote make unloading fast and controlled, saving time and effort on every job. Fully welded, hot-dipped galvanised and braked on all four wheels, the Snapper is built to work hard for landscapers, tradies and rural users.

Who this 8 x 5 hydraulic trailer is ideal for

The Snapper is ideal for landscapers moving soil, mulch, gravel, rocks, pavers and green waste between sites. It suits builders and renovators who regularly haul demolition waste, sand, aggregate and other heavy materials and want easy tipping on site. Farmers and lifestyle block owners will find it handy for shifting soil, animal waste, feed and general farm loads that benefit from tipping. Anyone who needs a strong, compact hydraulic tipper for frequent, heavy runs but doesn’t require the footprint of a 10x5 or 10x6 will find the Snapper a great fit.

Key benefits and heavy-duty uses

The Snapper’s 8ft by 5ft internal box gives you a practical work area for heavy, dense loads while remaining easier to manoeuvre on tight sites than larger tippers. A 2080kg payload and 3000kg ATM let you move serious weight when matched with a suitably rated tow vehicle. The hydraulic tipping system, powered by an on-board power pack and controlled via wired remote, allows you to raise and lower the steel bed from the side of the trailer for controlled unloading. Fully welded construction with 2.6mm checker plate floor and 300mm-high sides, plus electric drum brakes on all four wheels, make this a strong, safe choice for frequent heavy-duty work.

Technical specifications

• 2080kg payload and 920kg tare, giving a 3000kg ATM tandem hydraulic tipper for serious loads.
• 8ft x 5ft internal box size (2438mm x 1524mm) with 300mm-high sides, ideal for soil, metal, green waste and building materials.
• 2.6mm checker plate floor and 300mm-high sides, solid welded construction (not bolted) and hot-dipped galvanised finish for strength and corrosion resistance.
• Double axle/tandem axle with 2.6mm frame steel, 50mm solid round axle and 9-leaf equalising suspension for stable towing under load.
• Hydraulic power pack, battery and wired remote control for easy, push-button tipping and controlled unloading.
• Electric drum brakes on all wheels with Elecbrakes brake controller and flat 7-pin plug for strong, progressive braking.
• 14" commercial-rated wheels and tyres for durability and a smoother towing experience.
• LED lights and amber/red/white reflectors to NZ standard for visibility and compliance.
• Optional 900mm removable cage with rear swinging gate, 900mm tarpaulin frame and cover, ramps and lockable toolbox for extra versatility.

This tandem axle hydraulic tipping trailer has an 8ft x 5ft box, giving a compact but highly capable work area that is ideal for soil, metal, green waste and building materials. With a tare weight of 920kg, a payload capacity of 2080kg and a 3000kg ATM, it is built for serious, regular work when matched with a suitably rated tow vehicle. The trailer body uses a 2.6mm checker plate floor and 300mm-high sides with fully welded seams, all hot-dipped galvanised for strength and corrosion protection. It runs on a tandem axle with 9-leaf equalising suspension, 50mm solid round axles, electric drum brakes, 14" commercial-rated wheels and an on-board hydraulic power pack with wired remote, delivering stable towing and easy, controlled tipping when loaded correctly.

If you have any questions, get in touch - 0800 888 491.

Accessories and upgrade options

You can configure the Snapper to suit your work and loading style. A removable 900mm cage with rear swinging gate makes it easy to contain loose, bulky loads like green waste, lighter materials and boxed goods. A removable 900mm tarpaulin frame and cover can be added to help keep loads contained and weather-protected. Ramps allow you to load small machinery such as ride-on mowers and compact equipment into the tipper for easy discharge at the other end. A lockable toolbox provides secure storage for straps, tools and gear, and 50mm or dual couplings can be supplied at extra cost to match your tow vehicle setup.  Check out the full Accessories range here

Make it versatile. Add these on as Extras:
- Removable cage (900mm) with rear swinging gate for loading
- Removable tarpaulin frame and tarpaulin covers (900mm)
- Ramps
- Lockable toolbox
(See Extras for add-on pricing and information).

Why buy from Lucca Trailers

Lucca Trailers is a New Zealand-owned business specialising in strong, reliable trailers for real-world trade, commercial and rural work. Trailers are assembled in New Zealand, and the hydraulic range has been developed specifically for Kiwi conditions and heavy use. The Snapper sits in the Lucca hydraulic tipper lineup alongside larger models like the Hoki (10x5) and Kingy (10x6), so you’re choosing a proven platform with clear upgrade options. You also benefit from clear specifications, honest advice and ongoing support from a brand that wants your hydraulic trailer working hard for years.

Finance, warranty and support

• 3-year warranty 
• Support from the Lucca Trailers team and dealer network
• Finance is available for this trailer – check out the details here

Lucca hydraulic trailers are backed by a 3-year warranty, giving you confidence that your Snapper tipper is supported long after purchase. You get after-sales support, parts and technical help via Lucca and its dealer network across New Zealand. The team can help you decide whether the 8x5, 10x5 or 10x6 hydraulic tipper best suits your jobs and recommend setups for brakes, couplings and accessories to match your tow vehicle and work. With stock and fast lead times at key locations, you can get an 8x5 tipper into service quickly once you’re ready to go. Check our blog on how best to look after your trailer here

If you have any questions, get in touch - 0800 888 491.