Our Story

Our story starts a few years back, when I bought my first Wrangler, a 2005 Rubicon. Man, did I love that Jeep but boy did I hate not having any room for my gear or a trip to Home Depot.

It hit the breaking point when I got my dog, Ruby. With her in the back, I had no room at all. So I went online and started venting on my favorite forum and someone posted a picture of their old military trailer, called a M416. It was love at first sight. I loved my Jeep because it was functional, utilitarian and I could modify it to meet my needs. This trailer struck those same chords. Plus, I could throw all my gear in the trailer and my dog in the back of my Jeep and hit the trails. PERFECT!

I set out on a journey to find an affordable M416 in usable shape. To my disappointment, each one I found was either destroyed, expensive or far away. So growing frustrated, I gave up on the search and sold my Jeep. Fast forward a few years and in 2008 I found myself back in a 2-door Wrangler. This time I decided to take my trailer fate into my own hands and it eventually became Manley ORV Company.

Our trailers begin with the iconic Military M416 DNA and finish with the strength, looks and features sought out by today's overlander, weekend camper and the guy or gal that just needs a little extra room for that trip to Home Depot. We look forward to sharing our passion and pursuit of perfection with you.

Raymond Manley

Founder