Portable Toilet Trailer — Our Purchase Experience (5.8m, 5-Toilet)

When our event rental company needed a rugged, easy-to-service portable toilet trailer, we decided to buy a 5.8m mobile restroom trailer with a 2-room layout (3 toilets + 2 toilets). Below I share exactly why we picked this unit, how delivery and setup went, and what it’s like to run on-site — useful if you're researching a similar purchase for rentals, festivals, or construction sites.

Why we chose this portable toilet trailer

We were looking for a compact trailer that could handle high turnover without constant servicing. This 5.8 × 2.1 × 2.55 m trailer hit the sweet spot:

• Dual axle, mechanical brakes and aluminum-alloy hubs for safe towing and long service life.

• White exterior that looks clean on-site and photographs well for listings.

• High throughput layout: two rooms — one with three toilets, the other with two toilets — so lines move fast.

• Complete set of onboard systems (fresh & waste tanks, pump, meters, HVAC), so the trailer arrives nearly plug-and-play.

Delivery & first setup (what to expect)

The seller crated and tested all systems before shipping. When the trailer arrived we completed these steps in under an hour:

1. Mount trailer on level jacks and deploy the step.

2. Reconnect shore power (110V / 60Hz — US standard) and test lights.

3. Connect fresh water to the external inlet and verify the plastic fresh-water tank fills.

4. Turn on the equipment-room 110V ducted HVAC and confirm airflow to each room.

5. Test the point-of-use under-sink water heaters (small “instant” heaters) under each basin for warm handwashing.

6. Inspect exhaust fans, lights, occupancy indicators and the music/speaker system.

Everything worked as advertised. The equipment room layout makes routine checks (pump, water meter, electric control box) straightforward.

Day-to-day operation (real-use notes)

• Ventilation & odor control: the internal exhaust fans move air well; they’re essential during busy events.

• Comfort: the single 110V ducted AC/heater in the equipment room supplies conditioned air through ducts to every stall — temperature is consistent and guests commented it felt much better than typical porta-potties.

• Water & waste: the plastic fresh-water tank and waste tank held up through multi-day events; monitor the sewage meter and empty when the waste level warning approaches.

• Maintenance: under-sink heaters require minimal attention; the RV-style water pump and water meter are accessible for quick servicing.

• Safety & compliance: mechanical brakes, brake wiring and marker/clearance lights are robust for frequent towing.

What we love about this unit

• Ready-to-rent: Most fixtures are pre-installed (toilets, sinks, mirrors, paper & soap dispensers, door handles, occupancy indicators, clothing hooks, internal lights).

• Guest experience: Private stalls, warm handwashing, ducted HVAC and a basic music system give guests a premium impression.

• Serviceability: Equipment room houses pump, meters and controls in one place — saves time during routine checks.

• Transport & handling: Dual axle + aluminum hubs feel solid; the trailer tracks well behind a standard light-duty truck.

Practical specs (quick reference)

• Model / Type: 5.8m Portable Toilet Trailer (2 rooms, 3+2 toilets)

• Dimensions: 5.8 × 2.1 × 2.55 m

• Chassis / Wheels: Dual axle, 4 wheels, aluminum alloy hubs; mechanical brakes; RV jacks; step.

• Exterior color: White

• Power: 110 V / 60 Hz, US standard shore sockets

• Water tanks: Fresh water (plastic tank — factory fitted), sewage tank (factory fitted)

• Plumbing & fixtures: toilets, washbasins, mirrors, toilet paper & soap dispensers, under-sink point-of-use heaters (one per basin)

• Ventilation: exhaust fans in each room

• HVAC: 1 × 110V ducted cold/warm air conditioner in equipment room; ducting + supply outlets to each room

• Equipment room: water pump (RV type), water meter, sewage meter, electrical control box, AC unit, ducting

• Other inclusions: water inlet, sewage outlet, brake wiring/connector, marker/clearance lights, music/speaker system, door handles, hooks, occupancy indicators

Recommendations before you order

• Confirm tank capacities to match your expected deployment length (larger events → larger tanks).

• Ask the manufacturer for a photo of the equipment room layout so you can plan service access.

• Verify the supplied HVAC model is a 110V ducted unit and fits your regional power setup.

• Request pre-delivery testing reports (pump, heater, HVAC and electrical checks).

• If you’ll tow frequently, request reinforced hitch hardware or trailer stabilizers.

Final thoughts — would we buy it again?

Yes. For our rental lineup this portable toilet trailer strikes a strong balance between guest comfort and operational simplicity. It reduces servicing frequency compared with banked portable toilets, improves guest satisfaction, and the equipment-room design keeps maintenance predictable.

If you’re evaluating options, ask for a live demo or a video walkthrough of the equipment room and HVAC ducts — seeing the duct runs and pump access convinced us this trailer was built for rental use, not just for show.