Head to head
Bockmann Master vs Ifor Williams P5
The Bockmann Master is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 957kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Master is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bockmann Master carries 957kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Master | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 500kg |
| Payload | 1316kg | 359kg |
| Internal length | 3560mm | - |
| Internal width | 1650mm | - |
| Internal height | 2350mm | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 141kg |
| Internal bed | - | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bockmann Master, Ifor Williams P5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Master if...
- you want one that is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 957kg more
The entry point into Bockmann's polyester-bodied trailer range, aimed at owners of one or two horses who want a simple, low-maintenance trailer rather than an aluminium premium model. It competes on price against other basic 2-horse trailers.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the P5 if...
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Master and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Bockmann Master is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 957kg more. The Bockmann Master is a polyester-bodied 2-horse trailer with tack room; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Master or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Bockmann Master, by 957kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Master or the Ifor Williams P5 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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