Head to head
Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 vs Ifor Williams GD85
The Ifor Williams GD85 is rated 400kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 105kg lighter empty and has a bed 8cm longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GD85 is rated 400kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GD85 weighs 105kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 has a bed 8cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 | Ifor Williams GD85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1000kg | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle |
| Unladen weight | 290kg | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle |
| Internal bed | 2.58m x 1.58m | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) |
| Brakes | Braked | Braked, auto-reverse over-run |
| Axles | Single | - |
Sources: Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515, Ifor Williams GD85. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Eurolight EL101-2515 if...
- you want one that is 105kg lighter empty
- you want one that has a bed 8cm longer
The EL101-2515 suits owners who only have a small braked towing capacity, since its 1000kg gross weight and single axle keep it within reach of many family cars. Its 2.58m bed still covers everyday jobs like garden waste, flat-pack furniture or a small ride-on mower.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the GD85 if...
- you want one that is rated 400kg heavier gross
The entry point of the Ifor Williams general duty range and one of the most common working trailers in Britain. Smallholders, gardeners and tradespeople buy it for everyday hauling without needing a heavy tow vehicle, and the twin-axle version roughly doubles the payload for a modest gain in unladen weight.
Full GD85 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 and the Ifor Williams GD85?
The Ifor Williams GD85 is rated 400kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 105kg lighter empty and has a bed 8cm longer. The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is a a small single-axle flatbed trailer in Ifor Williams' lightweight Eurolight range, built for towing behind cars with a restricted towing limit.; the Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 or the Ifor Williams GD85?
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. It is 105kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GD85.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 or the Ifor Williams GD85 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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