Head to head
Debon C500 vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Debon C500 carries 1,468kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 382kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Debon C500 carries 1,468kg more.
- Gross weight: the Debon C500 is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Debon C500 weighs 382kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Debon C500 | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 600kg | 218kg |
| Payload | 2000kg | 532kg |
| Brakes | Braked | Unbraked |
| Internal length | 320cm | - |
| Internal width | 167cm | - |
| Internal height | 200cm | - |
| Axles | 2 | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.51m x 1.45m |
Sources: Debon C500, Ifor Williams P8e. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the C500 if...
- you want one that carries 1,468kg more
- you want one that is rated 1,850kg heavier gross
A twin-axle step up for businesses that have outgrown the single-axle C-series, with enough height to walk inside and enough payload for bulk stock.
Full C500 specifications →Buy or hire the P8e if...
- you want one that is 382kg lighter empty
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.
Full P8e specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Debon C500 and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Debon C500 carries 1,468kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 382kg lighter empty. The Debon C500 is a a braked twin-axle enclosed box van trailer rated at 2600kg gross weight.; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Debon C500 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 382kg lighter empty than the Debon C500.
Which carries more, the Debon C500 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Debon C500, by 1,468kg.
Can I tow the Debon C500 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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