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Ifor Williams GH1054 vs Ifor Williams P8e

The Ifor Williams GH1054 carries 2,308kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 442kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Ifor Williams GH1054
Ifor Williams GH1054 - image: Norfolk Trailers
Ifor Williams P8e
Ifor Williams P8e - image: blains.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Ifor Williams GH1054Ifor Williams P8e
Gross weight3500kg750kg
Unladen weight660kg218kg
Payload2840kg532kg
Internal bed3.04m x 1.62m2.51m x 1.45m
Brakes-Unbraked

Sources: Ifor Williams GH1054, Ifor Williams P8e. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the GH1054 if...

  • you want one that carries 2,308kg more
  • you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
  • you want one that has a bed 53cm (1.5ft) longer

A step up from the GH94 for plant hire and groundworks operators carrying a mini digger or skid-steer loader that needs a bit more bed width, while still staying towable behind a 3.5t-rated pickup.

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Full GH1054 specifications →

Buy or hire the P8e if...

  • you want one that is 442kg lighter empty

For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.

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Full P8e specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GH1054 and the Ifor Williams P8e?

The Ifor Williams GH1054 carries 2,308kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 442kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GH1054 is a a mid-size plant trailer for skid-steers and small diggers; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.

Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GH1054 or the Ifor Williams P8e?

The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 442kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GH1054.

Which carries more, the Ifor Williams GH1054 or the Ifor Williams P8e?

The Ifor Williams GH1054, by 2,308kg.

Can I tow the Ifor Williams GH1054 or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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