Head to head
Ifor Williams BV105 vs Ifor Williams P5
The Ifor Williams BV105 carries 1,606kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is 594kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV105 carries 1,606kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV105 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV105 weighs 594kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams BV105 | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 735kg | 141kg |
| Payload | 1965kg | 359kg |
| Internal length | 3.00m | - |
| Internal width | 1.47m | - |
| Axles | Twin (dual) | - |
| Internal bed | - | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams BV105, Ifor Williams P5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BV105 if...
- you want one that carries 1,606kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
A general enclosed trailer for tradespeople and small hauliers who need to keep tools, bikes or stock dry and locked away rather than under a sheet. It sits below the BV125/BV106 in the range, so it suits loads that need weather protection but not extra width or gross weight.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the P5 if...
- you want one that is 594kg 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 Ifor Williams BV105 and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams BV105 carries 1,606kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is 594kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV105 is a an enclosed box van trailer on a 3.0m bed; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams BV105 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5. It is 594kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV105.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams BV105 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams BV105, by 1,606kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams BV105 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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