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Ifor Williams BV105 vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Ifor Williams BV105 carries 1,495kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 455kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV105 carries 1,495kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV105 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV105 weighs 455kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams BV105 is 56cm (2ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams BV105 is 25cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams BV105 | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 735kg | 280kg |
| Payload | 1965kg | 470kg |
| Internal length | 3.00m | 2440mm |
| Internal width | 1.47m | 1220mm |
| Axles | Twin (dual) | Single |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams BV105, M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. 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 1,495kg more
- you want one that is rated 1,950kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 56cm (2ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 25cm wider inside
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 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 455kg lighter empty
A longer single-axle box trailer for small builders and landscapers who need more load length than the 6x4 but still want to stay under the unbraked weight limit. Suited to bulky, light loads like fencing panels or garden waste.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams BV105 and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Ifor Williams BV105 carries 1,495kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 455kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV105 is a an enclosed box van trailer on a 3.0m bed; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams BV105 or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 455kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV105.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams BV105 or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Ifor Williams BV105, by 1,495kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams BV105 or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer 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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