bing tracking image
  1. Kayak Trailer
  2. Malone
  3. 2 Kayaks
  4. 14 Feet Long
  5. V-Style
  6. 400 lbs
Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer with V-Style Carriers for 2 Kayaks - 400 lbs
Malone

Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer with V-Style Carriers for 2 Kayaks - 400 lbs

Part Number: MAL43FR
In Stock
$1,597.50
Retail:$1,775.00
You Save: $177.50
Kayak Trailer
zoom in icon
slider vertical icon
zoom out icon
Comment field cannot be left empty.
Name field cannot be left empty.

Thank you! Your comment has been submitted successfully. You should be able to view your question/comment here within a few days.

Error submitting comment. Please try again momentarily.

Product Images

In Use/Installed

Customer Photos

Need help with installation?
Locate installers near me
Lightweight and versatile trailer is perfect for hauling 2 kayaks or canoes. V-style carriers with padding hold your boats securely in place. 11' Long marine-grade trailer with 8" wheels supports boats up to 14' long. Fastest Shipping and Great prices for Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer with V-Style Carriers for 2 Kayaks - 400 lbs. Read our customer reviews of Malone kayak trailer. Call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service or order your kayak trailer part number MAL43FR by Malone online at etrailer.com.
  • All Info
  • Reviews (59)
  • Q & A (0)
  • Photos

Malone Kayak Trailer - MAL43FR

  • 2 Kayaks
  • Malone
  • 14 Feet Long
  • V-Style
  • 400 lbs
  • 1-Tier
  • 58 Inch Crossbar

Lightweight and versatile trailer is perfect for hauling 2 kayaks or canoes. V-style carriers with padding hold your boats securely in place. 11' Long marine-grade trailer with 8" wheels supports boats up to 14' long.


Features:

  • Lightweight and versatile trailer is great for hauling 2 kayaks or canoes
  • V-style carriers cradle your boats' hull to provide secure transport
    • Soft padding prevents scratches and scuffs
  • Submersible LED tail lights and side markers are DOT-approved
  • Galvanized steel construction resists corrosion - great for fresh and saltwater environments
  • Trigger-latch-style coupler attaches to your vehicle's 2" hitch ball
    • Included safety chains act as an emergency measure if coupler disconnects
  • Leaf spring suspension absorbs road shock
  • Assembly required - includes hardware, brackets, and wiring with 4-flat plug
  • Licensing and registration paperwork included
  • Made in the USA


Specs:

  • Weight capacity: 400 lbs
  • Maximum boat length: 14'
  • Crossbar dimensions: 58" x 1-1/4" x 1-1/4"
    • Crossbar spread: 38-1/2"
  • Trailer dimensions: 10' 9" long x 58" wide x 31" tall
    • Trailer tongue dimensions: 81-1/2" x 3" x 2"
  • Trailer weight: 145 lbs
  • Maximum speed rating: 65 mph
  • 5-Year warranty


Coupler Specs:

  • Ball size: 2"
  • Pin hole diameter: 1/2"
  • Height (from ground to bottom of coupler): 14"

Tire and Wheel Specs:

  • Wheel diameter: 8"
  • Wheel bolt pattern: 5 on 4-1/2"
  • Tire size: 4.80/4.00-8"
    • Section width: 4.7"
    • Outer diameter (when inflated): 16"
  • Tire capacity:
    • Load range: B
    • Ply rating: 4
  • Speed Rating: 70 mph


Note: Your local municipality requires you to register your trailer with the DMV. An etrailer representative will be reaching out to get information from you for the title.


Lightweight Trailer is Perfect for Hauling Kayaks or Canoes

MPG585XV In Use

This lightweight and versatile trailer comes with V-style carriers so you can transport your favorite kayaks or canoes. The padded carriers cradle your boats hull and hold it securely in place. With a 6-3/4' long tongue, this trailer offers exceptional clearance during tight turns. The extended tongue also makes it easier to back up the trailer and prevent binding than trailers with shorter tongues.


MPG567 v-style cradle

Durable V-style kayak carriers with soft padding prevent scuffs, scratches, or damage to your boat during transport. The fixed arms stabilize your boat and prevent movement while traveling on uneven or rough terrain


Submersible LED Trailer Lights

MPG535 LED tail lights

The DOT-approved tail lights on this trailer are fully submersible, so you don't have to worry about damaging the lights when loading and unloading your boat in water. Each tail light has brake, running light, and turn signal functions, as well as side marker lights and reflectors. In addition, these LED lights last longer, burn brighter, and require less power than incandescent bulbs.


CE48870 main harness to 4-way

The wiring for this trailer has a simple design, so it requires very little cutting or splicing to install. As you assemble the trailer, route the main wiring harness through the trailer tongue and down towards the body of the trailer. Then plug the 4-wire end of the tail light harness into the main harness.


Run the wires of the tail light harness along the sides of the trailer frame and attach the individual wires into the matching wires on the side marker lights and the tail lights using wire connectors. The wires are color-coded so that you can easily match them up - no circuit tester is required. Once all of the wires are secure, use the included clips to secure the harness to the frame.


CE48870 4-way plug

When you're ready to connect the trailer to your vehicle, simply plug the trailer end of the main harness into the 4-way flat connector on your vehicle.


Leaf Spring Suspension

MPG535 leaf spring suspension

This trailer includes a leaf spring suspension system to limit road shock while you tow. A sturdy steel axle runs beneath the trailer frame. The 2 slipper springs that support the axle flex to absorb the rough motion that can occur when driving over bumpy terrain. Also, the axle, spring hangers, and tie plate are galvanized to resist rust and corrosion.


Quick and Easy Trailer Hookup

MPG535 trigger style coupler

Hooking this trailer to your vehicle is quick and easy. The trailer's coupler connects to a 2" hitch ball, and the included safety chains act as an emergency measure if the coupler accidentally disconnects from your hitch ball. A rubber coated lift handle is mounted to the coupler to provide a solid grip for lifting or maneuvering the trailer. Finally, the skid plate on the underside of the trailer tongue keeps the coupler from touching the ground.



MPG586XV Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer for 2 Kayaks - V-Style - 400 lbs

Installation Details MAL43FR Installation instructionsAlternate Instructions MAL43FR Installation instructions


California residents: click here


Ratings & Reviews

4.8

59 reviews
Lightweight and versatile trailer is perfect for hauling 2 kayaks or canoes. V-style carriers with padding hold your boats securely in place. 11' Long marine-grade trailer with 8" wheels supports boats up to 14' long.

by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:

Trailer works great! We're very happy with it.



by:



by:

Exactly what I was looking for! Great quality and fairly easy to assemble! Fits perfect in our garage and holds out two kayaks, but could transport more! Great product :)



by:

As expected. Good trailer



by:

It's a great trailer that exceeded my e xpectations.



by:

Trailer was as advertised ...went together well .. all the parts were there and fit



by:

Great trailer so far! Putting it together was easy with the video and instructions. Can't wait to get out and use it!



by:

Nice trailer. No missing parts in the shipment. Excellent and easy to follow instructions for assembling.



by:

The trailer works great! Very easy to u se.



by:

We are first time trailer users and so far so good.



by:

Straight forward instructions, went together easily and pleased with the final product. Exactly what I expected to tow a kayak and mountain bike.



by:

PERFECT! I carry my tandem kayak effortlessly, and I was able to easily retrofit a bicycle rack next to the kayak rails. I love it.



by:

Love this trailer. Light enough to hand pull and push into tight spots. So much easier than lifting boats onto the roof of my SUV.



by:

The Ecolight trailer is an excellent product for hauling kayaks. It arrived in 3 boxes and it took about 3 hours to assemble. The video from malone was helpful in assembly of the product. I would recommend this product for transporting kayaks easily.



by:

Lightweight durable trailer…perfect for us as we are no longer able to lift our kayaks on to our roof rack. Highly recommend!!



by:

The trailer is outstanding. The customer service and sells staff are easy to contact and are very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. The only thing that needs improvement are the assembly instructions. The images are blurry and confusing (not a deal breaker). I highly recommend doing business with this company.


25
59
Show More Reviews

See what our Experts say about this Malone Kayak Trailer

  • Upgraded Tires for a Malone EcoLight Trailer
    The Malone EcoLight Sport Trailers like item # MAL43FR have 8" tires with a 5 on 4-1/2 lug pattern. The Kenda 205/65-10 Bias Trailer Tire with 10" Galvanized Wheel item # AM3H490 would work as a replacement but you will most likely have to remove or adjust the mounting of your fenders to give you clearance. The outer diameter of the Kenda tires will be 4-1/4" larger than the stock 4.80/4.00-8" tires that come with the EcoLight trailers. The Kenda 205/65-10 Bias Trailer Tire item # AM3H490...
    view full answer...
  • What is Difference Between Malone MicroSport and EcoLight Trailers
    The big difference between the two trailers is the EcoLight trailers like part # MAL43FR were made to be lighter weight for smaller vehicles and have lower weight capacities. This weighs 145 lbs and has a 400 lb capacity whereas the MicroSport # MPG461KB weighs 240 lbs and has an 800 lb capacity. So it comes down to what you are looking to carry and your tow vehicle which would make most sense to go with.
    view full answer...
  • Recommended Two Kayak Carrier for 120 lb Kayaks
    Hey Ben, the Malone Ultimate Angler MegaSport Trailer for 2 Heavy Kayaks # MPG550-AH would technically work fine for what you're needing, but it's a bit overkill. Assuming you have all of the fishing carrying gear covered, you can get a just as capable trailer in the Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer with V-Style Carriers for 2 Kayaks # MAL43FR at more than half the cost. This trailer will do just fine with one or two kayaks, has a weight capacity of 400 lbs, and includes V-style carriers...
    view full answer...
  • Comparing Malone Kayak Trailers for Two 60 lb Kayaks
    Hey Janeen! I think some of those part numbers got mixed up so I'm not sure what some of them are but they all seem to be the Malone kayak trailers. The Malone EcoLight Sport # MAL43FR and # MAL93FR are the same trailer but with different carrier styles. The same is true for the LowBed MicroSport # MAL52FR and # MAL32FR. The differences between the trailers is the capacity and style. None of these are able to handle 80 mph since the trailers are only rated for 65. Since you need a trailer...
    view full answer...
  • Can Taillights of Malone EcoLight Trailer be Viewed with Kayaks on Trailer
    Hey Theresa, this is a great question but the boats would be carried high enough that the Malone EcoLight Trailer part # MAL43FR would still easily have visible taillights. The vehicle behind you would have to be very very close to you and also very tall for there to be a concern and even at that point they'd probably still be able to see one of the lights and definitely your vehicle lights.
    view full answer...
  • Converting a Kayak Trailer w/ Bunks to Crossbars
    Hey Tricia, thanks for the pictures. I definitely think that would work. You're not far off from how the Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer item # MAL43FR is setup with what you're describing. Are the bolt holes on the uprights spaced 2-1/2" apart? Our 2" Square U-Bolts item # SP01-160 fit bolt holes spaced 2-5/8" apart and require a hole 9/16" in diameter. These are designed for 2" square axles so they'll definitely lock down a set of square bars like the 79" Inno item # IN436L you were looking...
    view full answer...
  • Best Trailer For Hauling Two 3 Waters Big Fish 105 V2 Kayaks
    Hello Tom, thanks for getting in touch. I looked up the Big Fish 105 kayaks online, and after looking at the specs, I am confident the Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer # MAL43FR will work great for carrying two of them. The V-stele arms can be adjusted to fit virtually any width of kayak. It can accommodate boats up to 14' long and the Big Fish 105 are only 10' long. With the kayaks weighing only 89 lbs, the Malone trailer will be able to handle that easily. With the trailer being so low to...
    view full answer...
  • Can 2 Thule Hullavators Be Installed on 2008 Merecedes-Benz ML320 for 2 Hobie Passport Kayaks
    Hi Jeff; you could install two Hullavators # TH898 if you used a roof rack like the # MPG217 with 65" long crossbars. However, the problem will be the weight. I'm not sure which model of the Hobie Passport you have but they're fairly heavy. Since the Hullavator weighs 40 lbs you will be exceeding the 165 lb capacity of the rack and probably your roof capacity with two of them and the kayaks. Depending on the exact weight of the kayaks you may be able to use one Hullavator along with the...
    view full answer...
  • Recommended Kayak Carrier for a Malone Trailer
    Hey Phil. We have quite a few options to add kayak carriers to Malone trailers like item # MAL73FR. The Malone J-Pro2 Kayak Carrier item # MPG117MD or the Malone MegaWing Fishing Kayak Carrier with Tie-Downs item # MPG207 will connect to the crossbars. Which specific Malone trailer are you looking at and what kind of kayaks do you have? You can add this information, along with any other questions you have, where it says Reply to Jerred H. If you want to send me a picture of the trailer...
    view full answer...
  • Best Malone Trailer For Two 35" Wide Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 Kayaks
    Hello Joe, thanks for reaching out. That is going to be really tight since the crossbars on the Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer # MAL43FR are only 58" long. Even with the support brackets positioned as far outboard as possible, I do not see two 35" wide kayaks fitting side by side and fitting correctly. A much better option for this will be the Malone MicroSport Trailer # MPG460G. This has a 78" crossbar which will be plenty of room for your two Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 kayaks. You can...
    view full answer...
  • Do You Have a Trailer that Will Fit 3 Hobie Mirage Compass Fishing Kayaks and a Rod Carrier?
    Hello Wes, I’ve got the perfect trailer for you, the Yakima EasyRider Double Decker Trailer - 14-1/2' Long - 78" HD Crossbars - 500 lbs, part # Y08129. This thing has its own vibe! You’ll be able to load all three of your Hobie Mirage Compass Fishing Kayaks with zero issues, plus have room left for rod storage. You can strap one kayak directly to the lower crossbars using the Yakima Kayak Stackers # Y05006, and still be able to fit the Yakima TopWater Rooftop Fishing Rod Carrier # Y04088...
    view full answer...
  • Looking to Upgrade Tires from Malone EcoLight Trailer
    Hey Brian, we've had customer upgrade from the 4.80-8 tire size on the Malone EcoLight trailer part # MAL43FR to the next larger size of 5.70-8 like the part # AM10013. Is that what you were looking for? Or did you mean upgrade in a different way?
    view full answer...
  • Will Two Sit-On Style Kayaks Work with the Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer with V-Style Carriers
    The Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer with V-Style Carriers for 2 Kayaks part # MAL43FR only has 58" long crossbars, these are fine for most standard sit-in style kayaks as they are pretty narrow but won't work great with the wider sit-on style because you run out of crossbar space. In which case, the best option to fix this are longer crossbars, the Crossbars for Malone MicroSport Trailers part # MPG4001 which are 78" long and you can trim off any extra you don't need. This would be far more...
    view full answer...
  • Is There a Kayak Trailer That Can Carry (2) 36" Wide Old Town Sportsman 120 PDL Kayaks
    Taking a look at your Kayak model, it appears as though your 2 kayaks are 36" wide, totaling 72" in width. The Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer with V-Style Carriers # MAL43FR only have 58" wide crossbars, which will be far undersized for your (2) Old Town Sportsman 120 PDL Kayaks. Instead, you would want to use the Malone MicroSport Trailer with V-Style Carriers for 2 Kayaks # MPG461GS. This trailer has 78" wide crossbars. This gives you enough width to fit your (2) 36" wide kayaks and have...
    view full answer...
  • What is Difference Between Between Microsport and Ecolight Malone Trailer
    The big difference between the two trailers is the EcoLight trailers like part # MAL43FR were made to be lighter weight for smaller vehicles and have lower weight capacities. This weighs 145 lbs and has a 400 lb capacity whereas the MicroSport # MPG461KB weighs 240 lbs and has an 800 lb capacity. So it comes down to what you are looking to carry and your tow vehicle which would make most sense to go with. The XT model part # MPG460XT only has the retractable tongue.
    view full answer...
  • Can The Malone 78" Crossbars Be Mounted To the Malone EcoLight Sport Kayak Trailer?
    Yes, you can use the Crossbars # MPG4001 that come with the Malone MicroSport Trailer # MPG461GS on the Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer # MAL43FR.
    view full answer...
  • Malone Kayak Trailers Capable Of Carrying 2 Kayaks Each 34" Wide
    The crossbars on the Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer with V-Style Carriers for 2 Kayaks # MAL43FR are 58" long. While the 2 kayaks you are wanting to carry will each be 34" wide that will place the Kayak approximately 6" past the edge of the crossbar on each side with a couple inches between them in the middle. This would be acceptable as it does not hang over the sides that far and the carriers will still be able to be placed where they can support the kayak while driving. We also have...
    view full answer...
  • Recommended Upgraded Tires for a Malone EcoLight Trailer
    Chenchar, I recommend you upgrade your 8" tires on your Malone EcoLight Trailer # MAL43FR to a 10" wheel using the Kenda 205/65-10 Bias Trailer Tire with 10" Galvanized Wheel # AM3H490. These wheels are going to have the same bolt pattern as the wheels that came on your trailer, so they will bolt right up. The only issue I can see is clearance in the fender, so if anything you may just have to move or adjust the fender to give you the right clearance. These new tires/wheels also have...
    view full answer...
  • How To Carry 2 Kayaks And 2-3 Bikes On A Malone Trailer
    You should be able to fit a single bike in the middle of the 2 kayak cradles on the Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer # MAL43FR, but I do not see how you could mount 2 or 3 bikes onto it along with the 2 kayaks. Your best option is to go with Malone # MPG461KB. This trailer is already setup to safely hold 2 kayaks and 2 bikes. If you wanted to add a 3rd bike like you mentioned you might want to do, then you can adjust and slide the kayak/bike cradles down on the crossbars to make room for...
    view full answer...
  • Which Bearing Buddies Can Be Used On The Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer?
    I spoke with Malone about which Bearing Buddies you should use on the Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer with V-Style Carriers for 2 Kayaks # MAL43FR and they said that they do not recommend using Bearing Buddies on any of their trailer, however if you'd still like to install them you can use: -Bearing Buddy Bearing Protectors - Model 1980A w/ Auto Check # BB1980A. These are chrome plated, however if you wanted to go with stainless steel, you can use the Bearing Buddy Bearing Protectors - Model...
    view full answer...
  • Recommended Kayak Trailer For Two 12' Mirage Compass Hobie Kayaks
    The Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer # MAL43FR is 11' in length making it compatible with kayaks up to 14' in length, which means you'll have no issues hauling your 12' Mirage Compass Hobie kayaks. The trailer is very light at just 145lbs and can easily be moved around during hookup. The leaf spring suspension should give you a nice ride without the need of any additional enhancement. I've attached a video below where AJ will walk you through the installation and use of the this trailer.
    view full answer...
  • Recommended Replacement Leaf Springs for a Malone MicroSport Trailer
    24-5/8" long. The correct replacement leaf springs for a Malone MicroSport Trailer item # MAL43FR is the 2-Leaf Slipper Spring item # e36SR. This a direct replacement for the 500 lbs capacity slipper springs that came with the Malone trailers. They are sold individually.
    view full answer...
  • What Type of Trailer Wiring Harness is Needed to Tow Malone EcoLight Trailer
    The Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer with V-Style Carriers for 2 Kayaks # MAL43FR that you bought uses a 4-way trailer connector for the trailer lighting so the correct harness you'd need for your 2007 Ford Focus is the # 18252 which splices into the taillight circuits of your vehicle. I attached an install video for this kit on a similar 2003 Ford Focus for you to check out as well.
    view full answer...
  • Spare Tire For Malone EcoLight Sport Trailers
    Yes, the Kenda 4.80/4.00-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" Galvanized Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 # AM30030 is a substitute for the Spare Tire for Malone EcoLight Trailer # MAL33FR. Both tires are capable of being used on the Malone EcoLight Trailers # MAL53FR, # MAL73FR, # MAL93FR, # MAL63FR and # MAL43FR.
    view full answer...


< Previous



Do you have a question about this Kayak Trailer?


Info for this part was:

Employee Andrew K
Installed by:
Andrew K
Employee Jameson C
Expert Research:
Jameson C
Employee Chris R
Video Edited:
Chris R
Employee Wilson B
Updated by:
Wilson B
Employee Noah M
Updated by:
Noah M
Employee Daron K
Edited by:
Daron K
Employee Matthew E
Written by:
Matthew E
Employee Aidan B
Video by:
Aidan B

At etrailer we provide the best information available about the products we sell. We take the quality of our information seriously so that you can get the right part the first time. Let us know if anything is missing or if you have any questions.


Product Experts Available Now!
Call 1-800-940-8924
<