Head to head
Ifor Williams BV106 vs Maypole MP6819
The Maypole MP6819 is 780kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 3,001kg heavier gross and carries 2,221kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV106 weighs 780kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 3,001kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV106 carries 2,221kg more.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams BV106 is 57cm (2ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams BV106 | Maypole MP6819 | |
|---|---|---|
| Internal width | 1.73m | 116cm |
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 499kg |
| Unladen weight | 900kg (6' H/R); 935kg (7' H/R) | 120kg |
| Payload | 2600kg (6' H/R); 2565kg (7' H/R) | 379kg |
| Overall length | 4.70m | - |
| Internal load length | 3.00m | - |
| Tyres | 155/70R12C | - |
| Internal length | - | 186cm |
| Internal height | - | 32cm |
Sources: Ifor Williams BV106, Maypole MP6819. 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 3,001kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 2,221kg more
- you want one that is 57cm (2ft) 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 MP6819 if...
- you want one that is 780kg lighter empty
The longest trailer in Maypole's general purpose range here, for buyers needing extra bed length for bulkier loads such as garden waste or flat-pack furniture.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams BV106 and the Maypole MP6819?
The Maypole MP6819 is 780kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 3,001kg heavier gross and carries 2,221kg more. The Ifor Williams BV106 is a a twin-axle enclosed box van trailer, available in 6' and 7' high-roof versions.; the Maypole MP6819 is a an unbraked single-axle general purpose car trailer rated at 499kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams BV106 or the Maypole MP6819?
The Maypole MP6819. It is 780kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV106.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams BV106 or the Maypole MP6819?
The Ifor Williams BV106, by 2,221kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams BV106 or the Maypole MP6819 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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