Head to head
Ifor Williams General Duty vs Meredith & Eyre MEF27146
The Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams General Duty | Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model | 2700kg |
| Internal length | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) | - |
| Internal width | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) | - |
| Axles | Single or twin axle | - |
| Internal frame dimensions | - | 4290 x 1990mm |
Sources: Ifor Williams General Duty, Meredith & Eyre MEF27146. 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 MEF27146 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross
A general purpose flatbed trailer for tradespeople and small hauliers carrying palletised or bulky goods, sized in Meredith & Eyre's 20-series range above its smaller 16-series flatbeds.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams General Duty and the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146?
The Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range; the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is a flatbed goods trailer, 20-series range.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams General Duty or the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 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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