Single Axle 8ft x 5ft Trailer – The Jelly Bean

A large, versatile domestic trailer designed for people who need serious space without stepping up to a tandem...

A big, versatile 8ft x 5ft single axle trailer

Single Axle 8ft x 5ft trailer – nick-named The Jelly Bean – is a large, versatile domestic trailer designed for people who need serious space without stepping up to a tandem. With its extra length and width, it is excellent for home renovations, bigger household moves and bulkier loads that overwhelm smaller box trailers. The 8ft x 5ft deck can even take a builder’s sheet when you leave the tailgate down, making it a handy partner for DIYers and tradies alike. Built in the same strong, fully welded, hot-dipped galvanised style as the wider Lucca domestic range, this trailer is ready for regular use on New Zealand roads and worksites.

Who this 8ft x 5ft trailer is ideal for

This trailer is ideal for homeowners and renovators who regularly haul larger items like gib, timber, kitchen units and full room loads of furniture. It suits small builders, landscapers and tradies who need extra room for tools, materials and machinery but still want a simple single axle setup. Families with boats, kayaks, camping gear or multiple bikes will appreciate the extra deck space for big weekend adventures. It also works well for people running side hustles or small businesses who often move bulky stock, event gear or equipment around town.

Key benefits and everyday uses

The Jelly Bean’s 8ft x 5ft deck size gives you significantly more usable space than smaller domestic trailers, making it easier to load long and wide items. It is excellent for home renovations, allowing you to transport builder’s sheets, framing timber and demolition waste in fewer trips. The strong, fully welded steel construction and hot-dipped galvanised finish help the trailer stand up to repeated loading, unloading and New Zealand weather. For everyday life, it quickly becomes your go-to trailer for moving house, doing big tip runs, transporting firewood, and hauling larger gear for work or play.

Technical specifications

• 750kg payload and 300kg tare, giving a strong yet easy-to-tow single axle trailer.
• 8ft x 5ft (2438mm x 1524mm) internal box size for extra floor space compared with a 7x5 or 7x4.
• 2.5mm checker plate floor and 300mm-high sides, fully welded and hot-dipped galvanised for long-term rust protection.
• Single solid round axle with 6-leaf slipper spring suspension and 14" commercial-rated tyres for stable, predictable towing.
• Standard NZ/Australian 1 7/8" tow ball coupling and 7-pin plug, with 50mm or dual coupling available at extra cost.
• LED lights and rear/side reflectors mounted out wide for visibility and safety on the road.
• Side running boards and mudguards you can stand on when loading, plus tie-downs, H-frame holders and hinged/removable tailgates for flexible use.

This single axle trailer has an 8ft x 5ft deck, giving you a generous footprint with noticeably more space than a 7x5 or 7x4, while still being easy to tow for domestic and light trade tasks. It has an approximate tare weight of 300kg and a payload capacity up to 750kg, offering a useful balance of strength and manageable towing weight. The trailer body uses a 2.5mm checker plate floor and 300mm-high sides with fully welded seams, then is hot-dipped galvanised for long-term corrosion protection. It runs on a single solid round axle with 14" commercial-rated tyres and 6-leaf slipper springs, plus a standard NZ/AU 1 7/8" coupling and 7-pin plug, so it tows in a stable, predictable way when correctly loaded.

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

Accessories and upgrade options

You can customise your trailer with a range of useful accessories to match your work and lifestyle. Adding a cage lets you safely stack green waste, demolition rubble, moving boxes or lighter materials up higher without worrying about items falling out. An H frame is ideal for carrying kayaks, long timber, ladders or roofing materials above the deck, freeing up space on the floor for other gear. As with other Lucca trailers, you can also discuss coupling upgrades such as a 50mm or dual coupling so the trailer suits your tow vehicle.  

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
- Mesh Ramp
- Additional tow ball for trailers for bike rack addition
(See Extras for add-on pricing and information).

Why buy from Lucca Trailers

Lucca Trailers is a 100% New Zealand-owned company focused on building reliable, strong, sturdy trailers that are ready for serious hauling. Trailers are assembled in New Zealand by a local team who understand our roads, loads and conditions, and who test and refine designs for Kiwi use. The Jelly Bean is part of a proven domestic range that includes other popular single axle models, so you’re choosing a trailer that fits within a well-supported lineup. You also benefit from clear specs, honest advice and a dealer network that wants you to get the right trailer for your needs.

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 trailers are backed by a 3-year warranty, giving you confidence that your investment is built to last and supported if something does go wrong. Finance options can be arranged via Lucca Trailers or dealer partners, helping you spread the cost of your new 8x5 trailer. You have access to ongoing support for parts, accessories and advice, so you’re not left on your own once you tow the trailer away. Clear documentation and friendly help make it easy to understand loading, maintenance and upgrade options as your needs change.  Check our blog on how best to look after your trailer here

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