Head to head
Erde 102 vs Ifor Williams LM167
The Erde 102 is 790kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams LM167 is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,410kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026


Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams LM167 weighs 790kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM167 is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM167 carries 2,410kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Erde 102 | Ifor Williams LM167 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 300kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 55kg | 845kg |
| Payload | 245kg | 2655kg |
| Internal length | 1.06m / 3'5" | - |
| Internal width | 0.85m / 2'9" | - |
| Internal bed | - | 4.77m x 2.25m |
Sources: Erde 102, Ifor Williams LM167. 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 790kg 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 LM167 if...
- you want one that is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 2,410kg more
For operators carrying wide loads such as pallets in double rows or plant machinery, taking the LM166's length and adding the range's 2.25m wide-bed option.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Erde 102 and the Ifor Williams LM167?
The Erde 102 is 790kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams LM167 is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,410kg 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 LM167 is a a long, wide flatbed trailer.
Which is lighter, the Erde 102 or the Ifor Williams LM167?
The Erde 102. It is 790kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams LM167.
Which carries more, the Erde 102 or the Ifor Williams LM167?
The Ifor Williams LM167, by 2,410kg.
Can I tow the Erde 102 or the Ifor Williams LM167 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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