Head to head
Erde 143 vs Ifor Williams BV126
The Erde 143 is 882kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,018kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV126 weighs 882kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV126 carries 2,018kg more.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams BV126 is 2.16m (7ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams BV126 is 74cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Erde 143 | Ifor Williams BV126 | |
|---|---|---|
| Internal length | 1.44m | 3.60m |
| Internal width | 0.99m | 1.73m |
| Gross weight | 600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 98kg | 980kg |
| Payload | 502kg | 2520kg |
| Internal height | 0.40m | - |
| Axles | - | Twin (dual) |
Sources: Erde 143, Ifor Williams BV126. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 143 if...
- you want one that is 882kg lighter empty
The Erde 143 is a step up in size from the Erde 102, still light enough for many family cars to tow without a braking system, and commonly used for camping, tip runs and light gardening or DIY loads. Its tipping body and low unladen weight make it a popular first trailer for private buyers.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Buy or hire the BV126 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 2,018kg more
- you want one that is 2.16m (7ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 74cm (2.5ft) wider inside
Aimed at businesses moving bulkier equipment or several machines that need to travel enclosed and secure, where the BV105 is too narrow or too light. Its 3500kg rating means a car-derived van or 4x4 with a suitable tow rating can still pull it.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Erde 143 and the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Erde 143 is 882kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,018kg more. The Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102.; the Ifor Williams BV126 is a a wider, higher-capacity enclosed box van trailer.
Which is lighter, the Erde 143 or the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Erde 143. It is 882kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV126.
Which carries more, the Erde 143 or the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Ifor Williams BV126, by 2,018kg.
Can I tow the Erde 143 or the Ifor Williams BV126 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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