Head to head
Debon Roadster Platform vs Ifor Williams General Duty
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 650kg heavier gross. The Debon Roadster Platform is 1.2m (4ft) longer inside and is 56cm (2ft) wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 650kg heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Debon Roadster Platform is 1.2m (4ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Debon Roadster Platform is 56cm (2ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Debon Roadster Platform | Ifor Williams General Duty | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg or 1300kg (two configurations) | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model |
| Internal length | 3035mm | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) |
| Internal width | 1785mm | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) |
| Unladen weight | 280kg or 330kg | - |
| Payload | 470kg or 970kg | - |
| Axles | - | Single or twin axle |
Sources: Debon Roadster Platform, Ifor Williams General Duty. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Roadster Platform if...
- you want one that is 1.2m (4ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 56cm (2ft) wider inside
A small tilting platform trailer used for garden clearance, tip runs and general haulage behind a car. Its gas-strut assisted tilt bed lets one person load without lifting a ramp into place.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Buy or hire the General Duty if...
- you want one that is rated 650kg heavier gross
Ifor Williams's entry-level flatbed range, bought by householders, gardeners and small trades for tip runs, garden waste and general loads. It is the trailer most UK hire yards keep several of, since one size or another suits almost any small job.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Debon Roadster Platform and the Ifor Williams General Duty?
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 650kg heavier gross. The Debon Roadster Platform is 1.2m (4ft) longer inside and is 56cm (2ft) wider inside. The Debon Roadster Platform is a tilting platform trailer for garden and general haulage; the Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range.
Can I tow the Debon Roadster Platform or the Ifor Williams General Duty 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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