Plant Trailers
Our Plant Trailers
Made from premium hot-dipped galvanised steel, our plant trailers are built to resist rust and corrosion, ensuring they can withstand even the toughest conditions. Designed with ease of use in mind, our plant trailers feature low loading heights, adjustable ramps, and secure locking systems to keep your machinery and equipment in place during transport.
We have models weight-rated from 2.8-3.5T so that you can transport your heavy equipment with confidence and ease.
We have models weight-rated from 2.8-3.5T so that you can transport your heavy equipment with confidence and ease.
Our popular Trailers
Technical Specifications
Material
Premium hot-dipped galvanised steel construction with fully-welded heavy-duty chassis and hydraulic lifting systems, designed for Australian conditions and maximum durability
Range
Plant trailers from 8×5 ft to 8×5 ft weight‑rated between 2.8 T and 3.5 T ATM, all fully hot‑dipped galvanised, heavy‑duty ramps, & electric drum brakes.
Customization
Comprehensive options including tie-down systems, spare tyre mounts, and tandem-axle configurations
Warranty
Full manufacturer’s warranty covering structural integrity, galvanised coating, and hydraulic systems, with ongoing support and spare parts availability
Our Process
Consultation
Assessment of your specific material handling requirements, load types, and operational needs to recommend the ideal tipper trailer size and hydraulic configuration from our extensive range
Design & Planning
Custom specification of your trailer including dimensions, weight rating, hydraulic systems, and features, with detailed planning for optimal efficiency and compliance with Australian standards
Construction
Professional assembly using quality galvanised steel components and hydraulic systems, with rigorous quality control ensuring your trailer meets all Australian Design Rules and safety standards
Installation
Complete delivery and setup including trailer inspection, hydraulic system testing, operation training, and ensuring all electrical and hydraulic connections function correctly
More in our Offering
At Mates Rates, we supply box trailers in Mount Gambier and Western Victoria designed for maximum versatility and durability. Whether you’re a tradesperson needing to transport equipment, a weekend warrior hauling camping gear, or simply someone requiring extra space for moving day, our box trailers are built to handle any job with ease.
Every box trailer in our range is constructed from hot-dipped galvanised steel, providing superior corrosion resistance and long-lasting durability that stands up to Australian conditions. Customisation options include 600mm or 900mm cages, canvas covers and ladder racks.
Every box trailer in our range is constructed from hot-dipped galvanised steel, providing superior corrosion resistance and long-lasting durability that stands up to Australian conditions. Customisation options include 600mm or 900mm cages, canvas covers and ladder racks.
Built for serious tradespeople, our aluminium Tradie Trailers come in sizes from 6×4 ft to 8×5 ft, offering plenty of space for your tools and gear. Inside, you’ll find smart storage solutions, with optional extras like toolboxes, alloy wheel upgrades, rack variations, side shelves, false floors, drawers, and fender platforms — all customisable to your needs.
With robust aluminium construction, torsion axles, and an Ezy Lube grease system, these trailers are easy to tow and built to last. Need something extra? We can custom-make racks, platforms, and other features to match the way you work.
With robust aluminium construction, torsion axles, and an Ezy Lube grease system, these trailers are easy to tow and built to last. Need something extra? We can custom-make racks, platforms, and other features to match the way you work.
Our tipper trailers are one of our most popular trailers! Whether you’re in construction, landscaping or agriculture, our hydraulic tippers eliminate the back-breaking work of manual unloading while saving valuable time on every job.
Our tipper trailers feature powerful hydraulic lifting systems and are built from hot-dipped galvanised steel with a welded tandem-axle chassis.
With weight ratings up to 3.5 tonnes, choose either 8×5, 10×5, 10×6, 12×7 flat top tipper or 12×7 3-way tipper.
Our tipper trailers feature powerful hydraulic lifting systems and are built from hot-dipped galvanised steel with a welded tandem-axle chassis.
With weight ratings up to 3.5 tonnes, choose either 8×5, 10×5, 10×6, 12×7 flat top tipper or 12×7 3-way tipper.
Our premium galvanised car trailers are specifically designed for safe and secure vehicle transportation, featuring low deck heights and integrated loading ramps, making it easy to drive vehicles on and off safely without the steep angles found in general-purpose trailers.
Every car trailer in our range is constructed from hot-dipped galvanised steel for maximum durability and corrosion resistance in Australian conditions.
Every car trailer in our range is constructed from hot-dipped galvanised steel for maximum durability and corrosion resistance in Australian conditions.
Need to Move Heavy Equipment Hassle‑Free?
Our rugged, rust‑resistant plant trailers are built for efficiency — featuring low-load ramps, secure locking systems, and lightweight manoeuvrability. Designed for machinery up to 3.5 T, they’re the reliable solution to keep your operations running smoothly.