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Anssems GT500-151 vs Ifor Williams TA5

The Ifor Williams TA5 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Anssems GT500-151
Anssems GT500-151 - image: gttowing.co.uk
Ifor Williams TA5
Ifor Williams TA5 - image: Ifor Williams Trailers

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Anssems GT500-151Ifor Williams TA5
Gross weight500kg2,700kg standard, 3,500kg on TA5HD variants
Internal dimensions151cm x 101cm x 48cm-
Unladen weight-610kg (8ft x 4ft) up to 1,030kg (TA5HD 12ft x 7ft)
Internal width-1.53m
Internal length-2.32m, 3.12m or 3.72m depending on model
Brakes-Braked

Sources: Anssems GT500-151, Ifor Williams TA5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the GT500-151 if...

A light trailer for camping gear, luggage and small DIY loads, towable behind almost any car. The hard-top version is the one most buyers want, because weatherproof and lockable is the whole reason to choose this over a builders trailer.

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Buy or hire the TA5 if...

  • you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross

The standard British livestock trailer, and the one most smallholders and farmers picture when they say livestock trailer. Low loading height and flexible partitions matter more here than raw capacity, because the job is getting animals in and out calmly rather than maximising a payload.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Anssems GT500-151 and the Ifor Williams TA5?

The Ifor Williams TA5 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Anssems GT500-151 is a small single-axle luggage and general purpose trailer; the Ifor Williams TA5 is a livestock trailer, twin axle.

Can I tow the Anssems GT500-151 or the Ifor Williams TA5 on a car licence?

Yes, as far as the licence goes. Both are rated at or under 3,500kg gross, and a car (B) licence has covered towing up to 3,500kg since 16 December 2021. Your car still has to be rated to tow the loaded weight - check the handbook or the VIN plate.

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