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Open 5x8 Trailer

The trailer that fits everything.

5 feet wide. 8 feet long. 3,500 lb capacity. Open-top so you can load fast — couch, fridge, lawnmower, debris, lumber, whatever.

5×8 ftCargo space
3,500 lbCapacity
2" ballStandard hitch
4 minAvg pickup time
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5×8 Open Utility Trailer

Specs & details

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Interior dimensions

5 ft wide × 8 ft long × 2 ft tall sides. Enough room for a queen mattress, full sectional, or a truck-load of yard debris.

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3,500 lb capacity

Rated for 3,500 lbs gross vehicle weight. More than enough for furniture, appliances, or construction materials.

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Standard 2-inch hitch

Works with any vehicle equipped with a 2" ball hitch — most trucks, SUVs, and many sedans. Check your vehicle before renting.

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Tie-down rings

Multiple D-ring tie-down points inside. Bring ratchet straps or bungees — load securely, haul confidently.

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LED tail lights

DOT-compliant lighting. Trailer meets all Texas highway requirements — drive day or night.

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App-based unlock

No staff needed. Unlock the trailer with the Moovalot app in seconds. Available 24/7, 365 days a year.

What fits in a 5x8?

More than you think.

Moving

  • Queen or king mattress + box spring
  • Full sectional sofa
  • Dining table + 4 chairs
  • Dresser + nightstands
  • Refrigerator or washer/dryer

Home Projects

  • Lumber, plywood, roofing materials
  • Mulch, gravel, soil (bagged)
  • Lawn mower + tools
  • Renovation debris / dumpster alternative
  • Concrete blocks, pavers, stone

Pickups & Hauls

  • Estate sale / garage sale finds
  • Marketplace purchases (Craigslist, FB)
  • Junk removal run to the dump
  • IKEA or furniture store pickup
  • Appliance swap-out

How it works

1

Download the app

Free on iOS. Create your account in under 2 minutes.

2

Find a trailer near you

Open the map, tap the nearest location, confirm availability.

3

Unlock & go

Tap Unlock in the app. Hitch up and drive. Done in 4 minutes average.

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Return when finished

Bring it back, tap End Rental. Only pay for the time you used.

Open vs. Enclosed — which do you need?

Open 5x8 This trailer Enclosed 5x8
Best forFurniture, junk runs, landscaping, lumberElectronics, valuables, items needing weather protection
LoadingLoad from any side — fast and easyLoad from rear ramp only
Weather protectionNone — open topFull enclosure, lockable doors
Capacity3,500 lb3,500 lb
Hitch2-inch ball2-inch ball

Not sure? Most hauls (furniture, moving, junk) are fine in the open trailer. Go enclosed when weather or security matters.

Ready to haul?

Download the app, find the nearest 5x8, and be on your way in minutes.

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