Head to head
Ifor Williams BV106 vs M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer
The M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is 280kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 520kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV106 weighs 280kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV106 carries 520kg more.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams BV106 is 21cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams BV106 | M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Internal width | 1.73m | 1524mm |
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 900kg (6' H/R); 935kg (7' H/R) | 620kg |
| Payload | 2600kg (6' H/R); 2565kg (7' H/R) | 2080kg |
| Overall length | 4.70m | - |
| Internal load length | 3.00m | - |
| Tyres | 155/70R12C | - |
| Internal length | - | 3048mm |
| Axles | - | Twin |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Ifor Williams BV106, M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer. 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 is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 520kg more
- you want one that is 21cm wider inside
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 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 280kg lighter empty
The longest of M-Tec's standard twin-axle box trailers, aimed at contractors and farmers hauling longer loads such as fencing materials, machinery or multiple pallets in one trip.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams BV106 and the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is 280kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 520kg more. The Ifor Williams BV106 is a a twin-axle enclosed box van trailer, available in 6' and 7' high-roof versions.; the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 10ft x 5ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams BV106 or the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer. It is 280kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV106.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams BV106 or the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Ifor Williams BV106, by 520kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams BV106 or the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin 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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