Head to head
Graham Edwards VT3517TB vs Ifor Williams P5
The Ifor Williams P5 is 854kg lighter empty. The Graham Edwards VT3517TB is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Graham Edwards VT3517TB weighs 854kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Graham Edwards VT3517TB is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Graham Edwards VT3517TB | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 995kg | 141kg |
| Bed length | 17' | - |
| Bed width | 7' | - |
| Axles | Tri | - |
| Payload | - | 359kg |
| Internal bed | - | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Graham Edwards VT3517TB, Ifor Williams P5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the VT3517TB if...
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
A tri axle car transporter for recovery firms, dealers and hire fleets moving cars and light vehicles. Winch, wheel chocks and ramps are listed as options.
Full VT3517TB specifications →Buy or hire the P5 if...
- you want one that is 854kg 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 VT3517TB and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5 is 854kg lighter empty. The Graham Edwards VT3517TB is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Graham Edwards VT3517TB is a 17 ft x 7 ft tri axle 3.5 tonne car transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which is lighter, the Graham Edwards VT3517TB or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5. It is 854kg lighter empty than the Graham Edwards VT3517TB.
Can I tow the Graham Edwards VT3517TB 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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