Head to head
Graham Edwards GP85DB vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Graham Edwards GP85DB carries 1,643kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 207kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Graham Edwards GP85DB carries 1,643kg more.
- Gross weight: the Graham Edwards GP85DB is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Graham Edwards GP85DB weighs 207kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Graham Edwards GP85DB | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 425kg | 218kg |
| Payload | 2175kg | 532kg |
| Internal bed | 8'2" x 5' | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Brakes | Braked | Unbraked |
| Axles | Tandem | - |
Sources: Graham Edwards GP85DB, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 1,643kg more
- you want one that is rated 1,850kg 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 P8e if...
- you want one that is 207kg lighter empty
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.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Graham Edwards GP85DB and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Graham Edwards GP85DB carries 1,643kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 207kg lighter empty. The Graham Edwards GP85DB is a a tandem-axle braked general-purpose dropside trailer; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Graham Edwards GP85DB or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 207kg lighter empty than the Graham Edwards GP85DB.
Which carries more, the Graham Edwards GP85DB or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Graham Edwards GP85DB, by 1,643kg.
Can I tow the Graham Edwards GP85DB 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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