Head to head
Graham Edwards GP85DB vs Ifor Williams P5
The Graham Edwards GP85DB carries 1,816kg more and is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is 284kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Graham Edwards GP85DB carries 1,816kg more.
- Gross weight: the Graham Edwards GP85DB is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Graham Edwards GP85DB weighs 284kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Graham Edwards GP85DB | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 425kg | 141kg |
| Payload | 2175kg | 359kg |
| Internal bed | 8'2" x 5' | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Brakes | Braked | Unbraked |
| Axles | Tandem | - |
Sources: Graham Edwards GP85DB, Ifor Williams P5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GP85DB if...
- you want one that carries 1,816kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
A farm and smallholder trailer for loose or bagged loads, bales or livestock kit, built to Graham Edwards' tandem-axle braked general-purpose spec rather than the lighter single-axle unbraked version.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Buy or hire the P5 if...
- you want one that is 284kg lighter empty
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Graham Edwards GP85DB and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Graham Edwards GP85DB carries 1,816kg more and is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is 284kg lighter empty. The Graham Edwards GP85DB is a a tandem-axle braked general-purpose dropside trailer; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which is lighter, the Graham Edwards GP85DB or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5. It is 284kg lighter empty than the Graham Edwards GP85DB.
Which carries more, the Graham Edwards GP85DB or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Graham Edwards GP85DB, by 1,816kg.
Can I tow the Graham Edwards GP85DB or the Ifor Williams P5 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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