Head to head
Ifor Williams GD105 vs Ifor Williams P5
The Ifor Williams GD105 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross and has a bed 1.58m (5ft) longer. The Ifor Williams P5 is 444kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GD105 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GD105 weighs 444kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams GD105 has a bed 1.58m (5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GD105 | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,700kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 585kg | 141kg |
| Internal bed | 3.11m x 1.58m (10ft 2in x 5ft 2in) | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Brakes | Braked | Unbraked |
| Payload | - | 359kg |
Sources: Ifor Williams GD105, Ifor Williams P5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GD105 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 1.58m (5ft) longer
The same market as the GD85 with about 60cm more bed length, which is the difference between fitting a load and not. Landscapers and anyone moving long materials or a quad choose it for the length rather than the payload, which is unchanged.
Listed by
- Blendworth Trailers - Rowland's Castle
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the P5 if...
- you want one that is 444kg lighter empty
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GD105 and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams GD105 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross and has a bed 1.58m (5ft) longer. The Ifor Williams P5 is 444kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GD105 is a general duty box trailer, twin axle, longer bed; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GD105 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5. It is 444kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GD105.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GD105 or the Ifor Williams P5 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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