Head to head
Debon Moto Compact vs Erde 143
The Erde 143 is 82kg lighter empty. The Debon Moto Compact is rated 150kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Debon Moto Compact weighs 82kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Debon Moto Compact is rated 150kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Debon Moto Compact | Erde 143 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 600kg |
| Unladen weight | 180kg (approx) | 98kg |
| Internal length | - | 1.44m |
| Internal width | - | 0.99m |
| Internal height | - | 0.40m |
| Payload | - | 502kg |
Sources: Debon Moto Compact, Erde 143. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Moto Compact if...
- you want one that is rated 150kg heavier gross
Designed for owners with limited garage or driveway space, since carrying the bike across the trailer rather than lengthways shortens the overall footprint.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
Buy or hire the 143 if...
- you want one that is 82kg lighter empty
The Erde 143 is a step up in size from the Erde 102, still light enough for many family cars to tow without a braking system, and commonly used for camping, tip runs and light gardening or DIY loads. Its tipping body and low unladen weight make it a popular first trailer for private buyers.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Debon Moto Compact and the Erde 143?
The Erde 143 is 82kg lighter empty. The Debon Moto Compact is rated 150kg heavier gross. The Debon Moto Compact is a an unbraked trailer for carrying one motorcycle positioned transversely.; the Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102..
Which is lighter, the Debon Moto Compact or the Erde 143?
The Erde 143. It is 82kg lighter empty than the Debon Moto Compact.
Can I tow the Debon Moto Compact or the Erde 143 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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