Head to head
Debon C300 vs Ifor Williams P5
The Ifor Williams P5 is 369kg lighter empty. The Debon C300 is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 431kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Debon C300 weighs 369kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Debon C300 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Debon C300 carries 431kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Debon C300 | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1300kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 510kg | 141kg |
| Payload | 790kg | 359kg |
| Brakes | Braked | Unbraked |
| Axles | 1 | - |
| Internal bed | - | 1.53m x 1.02m |
Sources: Debon C300, Ifor Williams P5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the C300 if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 431kg more
A slightly larger box van than the C255, popular with mobile traders who need a serving hatch or sales flap fitted to the side.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Buy or hire the P5 if...
- you want one that is 369kg lighter empty
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 Debon C300 and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5 is 369kg lighter empty. The Debon C300 is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 431kg more. The Debon C300 is a a braked single-axle enclosed box van trailer rated at 1300kg gross weight.; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which is lighter, the Debon C300 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5. It is 369kg lighter empty than the Debon C300.
Which carries more, the Debon C300 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Debon C300, by 431kg.
Can I tow the Debon C300 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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