Head to head
Erde 143 vs Ifor Williams General Duty
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 800kg heavier gross and is 40cm (1.5ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams General Duty is 40cm (1.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams General Duty is 24cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Erde 143 | Ifor Williams General Duty | |
|---|---|---|
| Internal length | 1.44m | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) |
| Internal width | 0.99m | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) |
| Gross weight | 600kg | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model |
| Internal height | 0.40m | - |
| Unladen weight | 98kg | - |
| Payload | 502kg | - |
| Axles | - | Single or twin axle |
Sources: Erde 143, Ifor Williams General Duty. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 143 if...
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 General Duty if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 40cm (1.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 24cm 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 143 and the Ifor Williams General Duty?
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 800kg heavier gross and is 40cm (1.5ft) longer inside. The Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102.; the Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range.
Can I tow the Erde 143 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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