Head to head
Ifor Williams BV106 vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The Ifor Williams BV106 is 350kg lighter empty and carries 350kg more. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 12cm wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 350kg more empty.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV106 carries 350kg more.
- Internal width: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 12cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams BV106 | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Internal width | 1.73m | 1850mm |
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 900kg (6' H/R); 935kg (7' H/R) | 1250kg |
| Payload | 2600kg (6' H/R); 2565kg (7' H/R) | 2250kg |
| Overall length | 4.70m | - |
| Internal load length | 3.00m | - |
| Tyres | 155/70R12C | - |
| Internal length | - | 3615mm |
| Axles | - | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
Sources: Ifor Williams BV106, M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock 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 350kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 350kg more
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 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that is 12cm wider inside
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams BV106 and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Ifor Williams BV106 is 350kg lighter empty and carries 350kg more. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 12cm wider inside. The Ifor Williams BV106 is a a twin-axle enclosed box van trailer, available in 6' and 7' high-roof versions.; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams BV106 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Ifor Williams BV106. It is 350kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams BV106 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Ifor Williams BV106, by 350kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams BV106 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock 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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