Head to head
Ifor Williams GD105 vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Ifor Williams GD105 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross and has a bed 60cm (2ft) longer. The Ifor Williams P8e is 367kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GD105 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GD105 weighs 367kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams GD105 has a bed 60cm (2ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GD105 | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,700kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 585kg | 218kg |
| Internal bed | 3.11m x 1.58m (10ft 2in x 5ft 2in) | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Brakes | Braked | Unbraked |
| Payload | - | 532kg |
Sources: Ifor Williams GD105, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 1,950kg heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 60cm (2ft) 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 P8e if...
- you want one that is 367kg lighter empty
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GD105 and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams GD105 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross and has a bed 60cm (2ft) longer. The Ifor Williams P8e is 367kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GD105 is a general duty box trailer, twin axle, longer bed; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GD105 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 367kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GD105.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GD105 or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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