Head to head
Erde 102 vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Erde 102 is 163kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams P8e is rated 450kg heavier gross and carries 287kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams P8e weighs 163kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams P8e is rated 450kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams P8e carries 287kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Erde 102 | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 300kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 55kg | 218kg |
| Payload | 245kg | 532kg |
| Internal length | 1.06m / 3'5" | - |
| Internal width | 0.85m / 2'9" | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Erde 102, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 163kg 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 P8e if...
- you want one that is rated 450kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 287kg more
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Full P8e specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Erde 102 and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Erde 102 is 163kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams P8e is rated 450kg heavier gross and carries 287kg 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 P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Erde 102 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Erde 102. It is 163kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams P8e.
Which carries more, the Erde 102 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e, by 287kg.
Can I tow the Erde 102 or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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