Head to head
Debon 1300 vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Debon 1300 | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1300kg | 3500kg |
| Axles | Single | - |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Size | 8ft | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 525kg |
| Payload | - | 2975kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.44m x 1.52m |
Sources: Debon 1300, Ifor Williams LM85. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 1300 if...
Debon 1300, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Box trailers give lockable, weatherproof load space, which is why market traders, house moves and tradespeople choose them over an open trailer.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Buy or hire the LM85 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Debon 1300 and the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Debon 1300 is a box trailer; the Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Can I tow the Debon 1300 or the Ifor Williams LM85 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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