Head to head
Erde PM320 vs Ifor Williams General Duty
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Erde PM320 | Ifor Williams General Duty | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 300kg | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model |
| Unladen weight | 60kg | - |
| Payload | 236kg | - |
| Internal bed | 200 x 112cm | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) |
| Internal width | - | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) |
| Axles | - | Single or twin axle |
Sources: Erde PM320, Ifor Williams General Duty. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PM320 if...
Near-identical to the PM310, rated for slightly heavier motorcycles up to 236kg. The two are the same trailer to look at, so the number to check before buying is the wet weight of the bike you intend to carry.
Listed by
- 1Stop Trailers Ltd - Sudbury, Little Waldingfield
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Buy or hire the General Duty if...
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
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 PM320 and the Ifor Williams General Duty?
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Erde PM320 is a a small unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle.; the Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range.
Can I tow the Erde PM320 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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