Head to head
Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 vs M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 310kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer weighs 310kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 | M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1000kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 290kg | 600kg |
| Axles | Single | Twin |
| Brakes | Braked | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
| Internal bed | 2.58m x 1.58m | - |
| Payload | - | 2100kg |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1524mm |
Sources: Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515, M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle 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 310kg 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 Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross
A wider twin-axle box trailer for builders, farmers and plant hire yards needing to carry bulkier loads such as pallets or small plant, with braked axles for safer road towing at higher weights.
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 Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 310kg lighter empty. 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 Twin Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. It is 310kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle 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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