5' x 8' Utility Trailer

Trailer user instructions:
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Tips and guidelines for safely towing a trailer:
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How to hook up a U-Haul trailer

Capacity

  • Max load: 1,890 lbs.
  • Gross vehicle weight: 2,890 lbs.
  • Empty weight: 1,000 lbs.

Dimensions

  • Inside dimensions: 7'8" x 4'10" (LxW)

Features

  • Lowest deck
  • Softest ride

Recommended moving items

  • 5' x 8' x 8' storage room
  • 20 boxes
  • 1 roll of tape
  • 1-2 dozen furniture pads
  • 1 rope
  • Utility dolly

Advisements

Your towing vehicle:

  • Must be equipped with a hard top if it is an SUV. U-Haul does not allow any type of sport-utility vehicle not equipped with a hard top to tow U-Haul equipment.
  • Must weigh at least 2,700 lbs. (curb weight)
  • Must have Class 2 tow hitch (3,500 lbs. minimum weight-carrying rating)
  • Must have 1-7/8", 2" or 2-1/8" hitch ball (3,500 lbs. minimum)
  • Must not exceed maximum allowable hitch ball height 25"
  • Must have external mirrors on both sides
  • Must have fully operational lighting
  • Trailer lighting must be operational at all times, day and night
  • Maximum recommended speed is 45 MPH

Remember

  • Load trailers heavier in front.
  • Reduce normal driving speed.
  • Wear a seatbelt.