Head to head
Ifor Williams GD85 vs Ifor Williams P7e
The Ifor Williams P7e is 202kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GD85 is rated 650kg heavier gross and has a bed 29cm longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GD85 weighs 202kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GD85 is rated 650kg heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams GD85 has a bed 29cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GD85 | Ifor Williams P7e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle | 193kg |
| Internal bed | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) | 2.21m x 1.21m |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reverse over-run | Unbraked |
| Payload | - | 557kg |
Sources: Ifor Williams GD85, Ifor Williams P7e. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GD85 if...
- you want one that is rated 650kg heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 29cm longer
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 →Buy or hire the P7e if...
- you want one that is 202kg lighter empty
For buyers who find the P6e's bed a little short for longer items like ladders or fencing panels, on the same unbraked 750kg chassis.
Listed by
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GD85 and the Ifor Williams P7e?
The Ifor Williams P7e is 202kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GD85 is rated 650kg heavier gross and has a bed 29cm longer. The Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle; the Ifor Williams P7e is a a slightly longer unbraked general-purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GD85 or the Ifor Williams P7e?
The Ifor Williams P7e. It is 202kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GD85.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GD85 or the Ifor Williams P7e 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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