Head to head
Erde 102 vs Ifor Williams General Duty
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross and is 78cm (2.5ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams General Duty is 78cm (2.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams General Duty is 38cm (1ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Erde 102 | Ifor Williams General Duty | |
|---|---|---|
| Internal length | 1.06m / 3'5" | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) |
| Internal width | 0.85m / 2'9" | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) |
| Gross weight | 300kg | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model |
| Unladen weight | 55kg | - |
| Payload | 245kg | - |
| Axles | - | Single or twin axle |
Sources: Erde 102, Ifor Williams General Duty. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 102 if...
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 General Duty if...
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 78cm (2.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 38cm (1ft) wider inside
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 Erde 102 and the Ifor Williams General Duty?
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross and is 78cm (2.5ft) longer inside. The Erde 102 is a a small, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, used for camping and light loads.; the Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range.
Can I tow the Erde 102 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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