Head to head
Erde 102 vs Ifor Williams BV105
The Erde 102 is 680kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV105 is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,720kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV105 weighs 680kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV105 is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV105 carries 1,720kg more.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams BV105 is 1.94m (6.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams BV105 is 62cm (2ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Erde 102 | Ifor Williams BV105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Internal length | 1.06m / 3'5" | 3.00m |
| Internal width | 0.85m / 2'9" | 1.47m |
| Gross weight | 300kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 55kg | 735kg |
| Payload | 245kg | 1965kg |
| Axles | - | Twin (dual) |
Sources: Erde 102, Ifor Williams BV105. 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 680kg 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.
Full 102 specifications →Buy or hire the BV105 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,720kg more
- you want one that is 1.94m (6.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 62cm (2ft) wider inside
A general enclosed trailer for tradespeople and small hauliers who need to keep tools, bikes or stock dry and locked away rather than under a sheet. It sits below the BV125/BV106 in the range, so it suits loads that need weather protection but not extra width or gross weight.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Erde 102 and the Ifor Williams BV105?
The Erde 102 is 680kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV105 is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,720kg more. The Erde 102 is a a small, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, used for camping and light loads.; the Ifor Williams BV105 is a an enclosed box van trailer on a 3.0m bed.
Which is lighter, the Erde 102 or the Ifor Williams BV105?
The Erde 102. It is 680kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV105.
Which carries more, the Erde 102 or the Ifor Williams BV105?
The Ifor Williams BV105, by 1,720kg.
Can I tow the Erde 102 or the Ifor Williams BV105 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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