Head to head
Ifor Williams BV64e vs Ifor Williams General Duty
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 8cm wider inside. The Ifor Williams BV64e is 1cm longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams General Duty is 8cm wider inside.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams BV64e is 1cm longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams BV64e | Ifor Williams General Duty | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 500kg | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model |
| Internal length | 1.85m | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) |
| Internal width | 1.15m | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) |
| Unladen weight | 200kg | - |
| Payload | 300kg | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
| Axles | - | Single or twin axle |
Sources: Ifor Williams BV64e, Ifor Williams General Duty. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BV64e if...
- you want one that is 1cm longer inside
A light domestic trailer for anyone wanting to lock away and weatherproof small loads like garden tools, motorbikes or market stock, towable by almost any car since it needs no brakes or driving licence upgrade.
Listed by
- Lancaster trailer hire - ELY
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
Buy or hire the General Duty if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 8cm wider inside
Ifor Williams's entry-level flatbed range, bought by householders, gardeners and small trades for tip runs, garden waste and general loads. It is the trailer most UK hire yards keep several of, since one size or another suits almost any small job.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams BV64e and the Ifor Williams General Duty?
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 8cm wider inside. The Ifor Williams BV64e is 1cm longer inside. The Ifor Williams BV64e is a a small unbraked enclosed box trailer; the Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams BV64e or the Ifor Williams General Duty 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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