Head to head
Ifor Williams General Duty vs Maypole MP6819
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 901kg heavier gross and is 7cm wider inside. The Maypole MP6819 is 2cm longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 901kg heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams General Duty is 7cm wider inside.
- Internal length: the Maypole MP6819 is 2cm longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams General Duty | Maypole MP6819 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model | 499kg |
| Internal length | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) | 186cm |
| Internal width | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) | 116cm |
| Axles | Single or twin axle | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 120kg |
| Payload | - | 379kg |
| Internal height | - | 32cm |
Sources: Ifor Williams General Duty, Maypole MP6819. 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 901kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 7cm 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 MP6819 if...
- you want one that is 2cm longer inside
The longest trailer in Maypole's general purpose range here, for buyers needing extra bed length for bulkier loads such as garden waste or flat-pack furniture.
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 MP6819?
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 901kg heavier gross and is 7cm wider inside. The Maypole MP6819 is 2cm longer inside. The Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range; the Maypole MP6819 is a an unbraked single-axle general purpose car trailer rated at 499kg gross weight..
Can I tow the Ifor Williams General Duty or the Maypole MP6819 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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