Head to head
Ifor Williams BV106 vs Ifor Williams P5
The Ifor Williams BV106 carries 2,241kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is 759kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV106 carries 2,241kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV106 weighs 759kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams BV106 | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 900kg (6' H/R); 935kg (7' H/R) | 141kg |
| Payload | 2600kg (6' H/R); 2565kg (7' H/R) | 359kg |
| Overall length | 4.70m | - |
| Internal load length | 3.00m | - |
| Internal width | 1.73m | - |
| Tyres | 155/70R12C | - |
| Internal bed | - | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams BV106, Ifor Williams P5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BV106 if...
- you want one that carries 2,241kg more
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
The BV106 is an enclosed, lockable box trailer aimed at trades and small businesses that need to keep tools, stock or equipment secure and dry between jobs. The taller 7' high-roof version suits bulkier or taller items at the cost of a little extra unladen weight.
Full BV106 specifications →Buy or hire the P5 if...
- you want one that is 759kg 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 BV106 and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams BV106 carries 2,241kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is 759kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV106 is a a twin-axle enclosed box van trailer, available in 6' and 7' high-roof versions.; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams BV106 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5. It is 759kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV106.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams BV106 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams BV106, by 2,241kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams BV106 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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