Head to head
Debon Roadster C500 vs Ifor Williams GD85
The Debon Roadster C500 is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GD85 is 230kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Debon Roadster C500 is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Debon Roadster C500 weighs 230kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Debon Roadster C500 | Ifor Williams GD85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle |
| Unladen weight | 625kg | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle |
| Internal dimensions | 3,130mm x 1,640mm x 2,010mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) |
| Brakes | - | Braked, auto-reverse over-run |
Sources: Debon Roadster C500, Ifor Williams GD85. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Roadster C500 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross
A popular enclosed box trailer with market traders, mobile caterers and tradespeople who need secure, weatherproof storage in transit. The side-opening hatch version is the one most buyers want, because it allows quick access without swinging the rear doors open.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Buy or hire the GD85 if...
- you want one that is 230kg lighter empty
The entry point of the Ifor Williams general duty range and one of the most common working trailers in Britain. Smallholders, gardeners and tradespeople buy it for everyday hauling without needing a heavy tow vehicle, and the twin-axle version roughly doubles the payload for a modest gain in unladen weight.
Full GD85 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Debon Roadster C500 and the Ifor Williams GD85?
The Debon Roadster C500 is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GD85 is 230kg lighter empty. The Debon Roadster C500 is a enclosed box van trailer, twin axle; the Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Debon Roadster C500 or the Ifor Williams GD85?
The Ifor Williams GD85. It is 230kg lighter empty than the Debon Roadster C500.
Can I tow the Debon Roadster C500 or the Ifor Williams GD85 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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