Head to head
Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter vs Ifor Williams P6
The Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter | Ifor Williams P6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg, braked | 1000kg |
| Axles | twin axle | Single |
| Platform size | 12ft x 6ft 6in (3.66m x 1.98m) | - |
| Floor | phenol-coated anti-slip, flat deck | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
| Size | - | 6ft x 4ft |
Sources: Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter, Ifor Williams P6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Beaver Tail Transporter if...
- you want one that is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross
A galvanised beavertail trailer with a flat, ramped deck for driving plant or vehicles straight on and off. It is aimed at plant hire and groundworks firms moving mini diggers, dumpers or cars between sites without a dedicated low-loader.
Listed by
- Derby Trailer Hire Limited - Derby
Buy or hire the P6 if...
Ifor Williams P6, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. The small Ifor Williams general purpose trailer and the forerunner of the current P6e. Householders and gardeners use it for tip runs, garden waste and DIY materials behind almost any car.
Full P6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter and the Ifor Williams P6?
The Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross. The Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter is a twin-axle beavertail plant/vehicle transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams P6 is a small general purpose trailer, 6ft x 4ft.
Can I tow the Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter or the Ifor Williams P6 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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