What Larrington Trailers does

Larrington Trailers is a UK family-owned manufacturer of custom-built agricultural and industrial trailers, headquartered in Boston, Lincolnshire. Founded by Ray Larrington in 1962 as an agricultural contracting operation and reorganised into dedicated trailer manufacturing in 1973 (as RL Trailers), the company produces a broad catalogue spanning tipping trailers (MAJESTIC, Rootking, Harvester), industrial trailers (Industria), ejector trailers, flat-deck and low-loader trailers, box-loading trailers (Guardian, Winglift), towing dollies, and adjacent machinery (rotary plough, shredders, slurry tanks, livestock transporters). Production is built-to-order using S275/S355 structural steel fabricated on an 8-metre brake press and 8-metre plasma cutter, allowing single-piece body construction, and is differentiated by three registered patents (the 'M' style folded and formed chassis, the Guardian Cushion Lock System, and the industry-first single tipping ram introduced 1995).

The business operates four revenue streams: bespoke new-trailer sales (quote-based, P.O.A.), used-trailer sales (£9,950-£44,900 stock range, financed via hire purchase or finance lease), a hire fleet of 18-tonne Harvester trailers with delivery/collection, and a trade-in purchase programme offering two-day valuations. Distribution combines direct sales from the Boston facility with a UK-wide dealer network (established 2011) and an expanded European dealer footprint covering 15+ countries; the company also runs YouTube, LinkedIn, and Facebook channels and exhibits at LAMMA. Customers are predominantly small-to-mid farm contractors, agricultural operators, hauliers, and industrial/construction end-users across the UK and Europe, with named accounts including Suggitt Farm Services, Williams Agricultural, Thompson Haulage Ltd, Cambridgeshire Contractor, and Suffolk Contractor.

Richard Larrington has led the business since 1994, relocating it from Brothertoft to Boston and driving an innovation cadence that has produced 20+ major product developments, including the 1996 LAMMA award-winning Majestic beet-heaping trailer and the patented 'M' chassis (2006). The company is privately held, self-funded, and reports 1-10 employees with no disclosed revenue, funding, or M&A history.

Name

Larrington Trailers

Legal name

Larrington Trailers Ltd.

Website

https://larringtontrailers.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1962

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Larrington Trailers is a UK family-owned manufacturer (founded 1962, manufacturing since 1973) of custom-built agricultural and industrial trailers, based in Boston, Lincolnshire. It serves farmers, contractors, hauliers, and industrial operators across the UK and 15+ European countries via direct sales, dealer networks, and a hire fleet, with patented chassis and crop-handling technology.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Agricultural Trailer Manufacturing

NAICS

Truck Trailer Manufacturing (336212), Motor Vehicle Body and Trailer Manufacturing (3362), Truck, Utility Trailer, and RV (Recreational Vehicle) Rental and Leasing (53212)

SIC

Truck Trailers (3715), Farm Machinery & Equipment (3523)

akta.pro primary industry

Farm Transport & Hauling Equipment (Farm Trailers, Grain Carts, Wagons) (AFAAAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Truck Trailer Manufacturing (Dry Van/Reefer/Flatbed/Tanker) (IMACABAH), Trailer Manufacturing (Utility/Enclosed/Flatbed/Car Hauler) (IMACAGAA)

Keywords

• Agricultural trailer manufacturing
• Tipping trailers
• Industrial trailers
• Trailer hire services
• Used trailer sales

Headquarters

HQ city

Boston

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. New Trailer Sales: Custom-built trailers manufactured to order with bespoke specifications. Trailers include tipping trailers, ejector trailers, flat deck trailers, low loaders, box loaders, and industrial trailers. All built to customer's exact requirements.
2. Used Trailer Sales: Sale of pre-owned trailers including trade-ins and part-exchanges. Used trailers are fully serviced before delivery with warranty options.
3. Trailer Hire Fleet: Direct hire from manufacturer with dedicated fleet of 18-tonne Harvester trailers available for short-term or seasonal hire. Delivery and collection service included.
4. Used Trailer Purchases: Larrington purchases quality used trailers from customers across the UK, providing valuation within 2 working days.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Larrington Trailers is a British manufacturer that designs, fabricates, and sells custom-built agricultural and industrial trailers from its Boston, Lincolnshire facility. Products include tipping trailers (Majestic, Harvester, Rootking), ejector trailers, flat deck trailers, low loaders, box loaders, towing dollies, livestock transporters, and complementary equipment such as tyre inflation systems and waste shredders. The company also runs a direct hire fleet and sells fully-serviced used trailers, distributing via its own sales team and an established dealer network across the UK and 15+ European countries.

Product overview

Larrington Trailers is a British manufacturer of agricultural and industrial trailers, founded in 1962 and based in Boston, Lincolnshire. The company operates as a single unified product portfolio with bespoke, built-to-order trailers across multiple specialized categories: tipping trailers (Majestic, Rootking, Tri-Axle Majestic, Harvester, Tri-Axle Harvester), industrial trailers (Industria), ejector trailers (Ejector, Ejector Blower, Ejector With Side Elevator, Chaser Trailer, Beet Chaser), flat deck trailers (Flat Deck, Dolly Flat Deck, Low Loader, Hydraulic Beavertail, People Carrier, Curtain Siders), box loading trailers (Guardian Potato Box Loader, Guardian HCS Box Loader, Wing Lift Carrot Box Loader, Big Bag Loader), Gull Wing transport trailers, and towing dollies (Single Axle, Tandem Axle, Automatic Drive Axle). The company also produces support equipment including Tyre Inflation Systems, Elevator Trucks, Hydraulic Roll-over Easy Sheets, and other machinery (Water & Slurry Tank, Food & Vegetable Waste Shredder, A.D. Shredder, Rotary Plough, Cattle Transporter). All products are custom-built to customer specifications with commercial-grade components, backed by a 3-year warranty.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MAJESTIC: Flagship tipping trailer range offering unmatched capacity and strength, featuring advanced engineering for heavy-duty operations and long-term durability.
• Harvester
• Rootking
• Industria
• Guardian
• Guardian HCS
• Winglift
• Guardian

Products and services

• Majestic Tipping Trailer Flagship tipping trailer offering unmatched capacity and strength with advanced engineering for heavy-duty agricultural and industrial operations. Custom-built to specification.
• Rootking Tipping Trailer Tipping trailer designed specifically for root crop harvesting with reinforced sides and specialized tipping systems.
• Tri-Axle Majestic Tipping Trailer Maximum capacity tipping trailer with three axles for enhanced stability and heavy load handling; designed to reduce ground pressure by one-third versus tandem-axle configurations.
• Harvester Tipping Trailer Versatile tipping trailer combining robust construction with efficient tipping mechanisms for medium-duty agricultural applications; half-pipe body design reduces tipping height to approximately 18 degrees.
• Tri-Axle Harvester Tipping Trailer High-capacity tri-axle agricultural trailer with half-pipe body design for reduced tipping heights and superior steering.
• Industria Industrial Trailer Toughest industrial trailer built from 6mm mild steel plate with Hardox upgrade option, designed to carry 20-30 tonnes for demanding industrial applications including dyke filling and site rubble removal.
• Ejector Trailer Versatile tipping trailer with efficient ejector mechanism for controlled material discharge without manual intervention.
• Ejector Blower Trailer Flagship ejector trailer combining ejector technology with air-assisted distribution for heavy-duty operations.
• Ejector With Side Elevator Trailer Ejector trailer with specialized side elevator for root crop harvesting with reinforced sides.
• Ejector Chaser Trailer Maximum capacity ejector trailer with tri-axle configuration for material transfer operations.
• Beet Chaser Self-propelled beet chaser with innovation award-winning body design, ejector system, and 4m clearance for direct loading into high-sided vehicles.
• Flat Deck Trailer Versatile flat deck trailer built with robust 250x150x6mm RHS box section chassis for transporting bales, boxes, and general agricultural goods.
• Dolly Flat Deck Trailer Flexible dolly flat deck design offering enhanced manoeuvrability and towing options for diverse agricultural and commercial transport needs.
• Low Loader Trailer Heavy-duty low loader for transporting vehicles and machinery with underslung suspension for low height and centre of gravity.
• Hydraulic Beavertail Trailer Hydraulic beavertail trailer with precision ramp control for effortless loading and unloading of vehicles and equipment.
• People Carrier Trailer Versatile people carrier with back-to-back seating and heavy-duty canopy that converts to flat deck trailer when seating is removed.
• Curtain Sider Trailer Made-to-order curtain sided trailer with robust construction and practical side-access loading tailored to specific operational needs.
• Guardian Potato Box Loader with Cushion Lock System Potato box loader with patented cushion lock system and 50mm cushioned top that gently transfers crops into boxes, reducing crop damage by at least 10%.
• Guardian HCS Box Loader with Hydraulic Chute System Multi-crop box loader with patented cushion lock system and electric hydraulic control for gentle, evenly distributed crop loading.
• Wing Lift Carrot Box Loader Carrot box loader with angled wing design that reduces tuber damage and stem cracking, with 50mm foam covering to protect crops.
• Big Bag Loader Big bag loader for long-distance potato transport with cushioned top, camera system, and simple bag release mechanism.
• Gull Wing Transport Trailer Secure box transport trailer with canvas sheeting and full-length framing that locks boxes in place without strapping, ensuring DVSA compliance.
• Single Axle Towing Dolly Compact and manoeuvrable towing dolly for smaller operations, designed for coupling to commercial trailers for field loading by harvesters.
• Tandem Axle Towing Dolly Versatile towing dolly with central rocking suspension (Bogie suspension) for maximum stability on rough terrain.
• Automatic Drive Axle Dolly Advanced towing dolly with powered axle system for maximum pulling ability in challenging wet conditions, achieving 8 wheel drive via PTO operation.
• Tyre Inflation System Central tyre inflation and deflation system for tractors and trailers, enabling reduced field pressures for soil protection and road-safe pressures in approximately 90 seconds.
• Elevator Truck Hydraulic lifting platform with front support legs and powerful elevator system for transferring crops directly into commercial lorries, reducing mud on roads.
• Hydraulic Roll-over Easy Sheet Hydraulically operated rollover sheeting system unique to Larrington Trailers, engineered to work seamlessly without compromising tipping or taildoor functionality.
• Water & Slurry Tank Water and slurry tank configured around specific agricultural operations with custom inlets, outlets, and spreading options.
• Food & Vegetable Waste Shredder Patented food and vegetable waste shredder for reliable size reduction and feed handling, configurable for specific throughput requirements.
• Anaerobic Digester (A.D.) Shredder A.D. shredder for anaerobic digestion feedstocks with modular shredding tube attachment for consistent particle size and reliable throughput.
• Rotary Plough Heavy-weight rotary plough (Rotavator) in 3m and 3.5m widths that cultivates stubble ground with less fuel than conventional ploughing; available in UK, Europe, and Australia.
• Cattle Transporter Full aluminium body livestock trailer transporting up to 14 cattle in three configurable sections, with hinged dividing walls and spring-assisted tailgate ramp; converts to flat-deck when not required.
• Trailer Hire Fleet Direct hire from manufacturer with a dedicated fleet of 18-tonne Harvester trailers available for short-term or seasonal hire. Delivery and collection service included; flexible duration from a few days to extended seasonal hire.
• Used Trailer Sales Sale of pre-owned trailers including trade-ins and part-exchanges. Used trailers are fully serviced before delivery with warranty options and price ranging from approximately £9,950 to £44,900. Financing options include Hire Purchase (10-20% deposit, 1-5 years) and Finance Lease (12-60 month terms).
• Used Trailer Purchase Service Larrington purchases quality used trailers from customers across the UK, providing valuation within 2 working days.

Quantifiable outcome

• Ground pressure reduced by one-third with tri-axle trailers compared to tandem-axle
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• AW Trailers (Herefordshire)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLarrington Trailers partnered with AW Trailers from Herefordshire to provide a top-of-range livestock trailer. AW Trailers provides the aluminium body while Larrington integrates their chassis expertise. The partnership combines AW Trailers' livestock trailer specialization with Larrington's engineering excellence.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Bailey Trailers: British agricultural trailer manufacturer producing root crop, tipping, and flatbed trailers. Comparable mid-sized UK manufacturer with overlapping dealer channels and product positioning for farm and contracting customers.
• Marshall Trailers: UK-based agricultural tipping trailer manufacturer serving farmers and contractors across Britain and Ireland. Directly competes in Larrington's core tipping-trailer category with similar custom-build capabilities.
• Ifor Williams Trailers: Welsh-based UK manufacturer of a broad trailer range including agricultural, livestock, flatbed, and plant trailers. Closest direct peer given overlapping UK dealer footprint, similar custom-build philosophy, and competing product categories (flatbed, livestock, plant transport).
• Fliegl Agrartechnik: Major German agricultural and transport trailer manufacturer with broad product range including tipping trailers, ejector trailers, and crop handling equipment. Comparable technology and product portfolio to Larrington's agricultural range, but with significantly greater scale.
• Joskin: Belgian manufacturer specializing in agricultural trailers, slurry tankers, and transport equipment for farmers across Europe. Comparable in agricultural trailer focus, ejector technology, and pan-European dealer model that overlaps with Larrington's European footprint.
• Richard Western Ltd: UK manufacturer of agricultural trailers, grain trailers, and dump trailers with strong UK and export presence. Directly competes with Larrington in tipping and grain-haulage segments serving farmer and contractor customers.
• Stewart Trailers: UK agricultural trailer manufacturer specializing in tipping and root-crop trailers — direct competitor referenced in Larrington customer testimonial (Suggitt Farm Services runs fifteen Stewart trailers). Highly comparable product line and customer base.
• AW Trailers: UK Herefordshire-based trailer manufacturer that already partners with Larrington to supply the aluminium body for the Larrington-branded cattle transporter. Directly comparable niche UK manufacturer with overlapping product categories in livestock and farm trailers.

Broad incumbents

• Wacker Neuson: Global manufacturer of construction, agricultural, and material-handling equipment including dumpers and industrial trailers. Comparable in serving industrial/construction use cases that Larrington's Industria range addresses, though Wacker Neuson is far larger and more diversified.
• Krone Commercial Vehicles: Large German commercial trailer manufacturer (trailers, agricultural machinery, commercial vehicles) with strong European distribution. Overlaps with Larrington in agricultural trailers and tippers but operates at much greater scale with broader product portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@LarringtonTrailersChannel/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/Larringtontrailers
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/larrington-trailers-limited
• Xx.com/larringtont

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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