Head to head
Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 vs M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 550kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer weighs 550kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 | M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1000kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 290kg | 840kg |
| Axles | Single | Twin |
| Brakes | Braked | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
| Internal bed | 2.58m x 1.58m | - |
| Payload | - | 1860kg |
| Internal length | - | 2480mm |
| Internal width | - | 1500mm |
Sources: Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515, M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer. 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 550kg lighter empty
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 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross
A general-purpose tipping trailer for farmers, landscapers and small groundworks contractors moving loose materials like aggregate, muck or logs, with an optional electric ram for one-touch tipping instead of a hand-cranked or solid ram.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 and the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer?
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 550kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross. 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 M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft twin axle tipping trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer?
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. It is 550kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping 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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