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Ifor Williams General Duty vs M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross and is 64cm (2ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal length: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is 64cm (2ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is 27cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams General Duty | M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model | 2700kg |
| Internal length | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) | 2480mm |
| Internal width | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) | 1500mm |
| Axles | Single or twin axle | Twin |
| Unladen weight | - | 840kg |
| Payload | - | 1860kg |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Ifor Williams General Duty, 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 General Duty if...
Ifor Williams's entry-level flatbed range, bought by householders, gardeners and small trades for tip runs, garden waste and general loads. It is the trailer most UK hire yards keep several of, since one size or another suits almost any small job.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Buy or hire the 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 64cm (2ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 27cm wider inside
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 General Duty and the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross and is 64cm (2ft) longer inside. The Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range; the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft twin axle tipping trailer.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams General Duty 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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