Head to head
Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ vs Ifor Williams General Duty
The Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ | Ifor Williams General Duty | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,000kg | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model |
| Unladen weight | 980kg | - |
| Payload | 2,020kg | - |
| Overall dimensions | 7.15m x 2.48m x 2.40m | - |
| Bed length | 4.88m | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) |
| Internal width | - | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) |
| Axles | - | Single or twin axle |
Sources: Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ, Ifor Williams General Duty. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Velocity iQ if...
- you want one that is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross
An enclosed trailer that keeps a car dry and out of sight in transit, built on Eco-Trailer's own chassis. Motorsport teams and car traders hire it to move a vehicle without exposing it to weather or attention on the road.
Listed by
- OK Racing Trailer Hire - Hertfordshire
Buy or hire the General Duty if...
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 Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ and the Ifor Williams General Duty?
The Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross. The Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is a enclosed car transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range.
Can I tow the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ 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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