Head to head
Erde CH451 vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Erde CH451 is 109kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams P8e is rated 150kg heavier gross and carries 38kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams P8e weighs 109kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams P8e is rated 150kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams P8e carries 38kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Erde CH451 | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 600kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 109kg | 218kg |
| Payload | 494kg | 532kg |
| Internal bed | 200 x 117cm | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Erde CH451, Ifor Williams P8e. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CH451 if...
- you want one that is 109kg lighter empty
A bare chassis bought by buyers who want to fit their own box, cage or platform body rather than take a standard Erde trailer.
Listed by
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Buy or hire the P8e if...
- you want one that is rated 150kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 38kg 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 CH451 and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Erde CH451 is 109kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams P8e is rated 150kg heavier gross and carries 38kg more. The Erde CH451 is a an unbraked single-axle multi-purpose trailer chassis rated at 600kg gross weight.; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Erde CH451 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Erde CH451. It is 109kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams P8e.
Which carries more, the Erde CH451 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e, by 38kg.
Can I tow the Erde CH451 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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