Head to head
Bockmann Master vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Bockmann Master is rated 1,650kg heavier gross and carries 784kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Master is rated 1,650kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bockmann Master carries 784kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Master | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 1316kg | 532kg |
| Internal length | 3560mm | - |
| Internal width | 1650mm | - |
| Internal height | 2350mm | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 218kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bockmann Master, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 1,650kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 784kg 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 P8e if...
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Master and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Bockmann Master is rated 1,650kg heavier gross and carries 784kg more. The Bockmann Master is a polyester-bodied 2-horse trailer with tack room; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Master or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Bockmann Master, by 784kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Master or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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