Head to head
Erde 102 vs Graham Edwards VT3517TB
The Erde 102 is 940kg lighter empty. The Graham Edwards VT3517TB is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Graham Edwards VT3517TB weighs 940kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Graham Edwards VT3517TB is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Erde 102 | Graham Edwards VT3517TB | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 300kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 55kg | 995kg |
| Internal length | 1.06m / 3'5" | - |
| Internal width | 0.85m / 2'9" | - |
| Payload | 245kg | - |
| Bed length | - | 17' |
| Bed width | - | 7' |
| Axles | - | Tri |
Sources: Erde 102, Graham Edwards VT3517TB. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 102 if...
- you want one that is 940kg lighter empty
The Erde 102 is one of the smallest trailers Erde sells, light enough to be towed by small cars and many motorcycles, and pitched at campers and gardeners rather than tradespeople. Its tipping body makes it easy to empty garden waste or loose loads without lifting them out by hand.
Listed by
- Worcester Trailer Hire - Worcester
Buy or hire the VT3517TB if...
- you want one that is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross
A tri axle car transporter for recovery firms, dealers and hire fleets moving cars and light vehicles. Winch, wheel chocks and ramps are listed as options.
Full VT3517TB specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Erde 102 and the Graham Edwards VT3517TB?
The Erde 102 is 940kg lighter empty. The Graham Edwards VT3517TB is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Erde 102 is a a small, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, used for camping and light loads.; the Graham Edwards VT3517TB is a 17 ft x 7 ft tri axle 3.5 tonne car transporter trailer.
Which is lighter, the Erde 102 or the Graham Edwards VT3517TB?
The Erde 102. It is 940kg lighter empty than the Graham Edwards VT3517TB.
Can I tow the Erde 102 or the Graham Edwards VT3517TB 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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