Head to head
Ifor Williams General Duty vs Maypole MP6812
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross and is 64cm (2ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams General Duty is 64cm (2ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams General Duty is 31cm (1ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams General Duty | Maypole MP6812 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model | 400kg |
| Internal length | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) | 120cm |
| Internal width | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) | 92cm |
| Axles | Single or twin axle | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 63kg |
| Payload | - | 337kg |
| Internal height | - | 35cm |
Sources: Ifor Williams General Duty, Maypole MP6812. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the General Duty if...
- you want one that is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 64cm (2ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 31cm (1ft) wider inside
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 MP6812 if...
A step up from the MP6810 for buyers wanting slightly more load capacity for camping, leisure or light commercial use. The extra 15cm of length and 37kg of payload over the MP6810 is the difference between a boot-load and a small van-load, at a weight any car can still tow.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams General Duty and the Maypole MP6812?
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross and is 64cm (2ft) longer inside. The Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range; the Maypole MP6812 is a a small unbraked single-axle general purpose car trailer rated at 400kg gross weight..
Can I tow the Ifor Williams General Duty or the Maypole MP6812 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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