Head to head
Ifor Williams GX84 vs Ifor Williams P5
The Ifor Williams GX84 carries 1,801kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is 399kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GX84 carries 1,801kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GX84 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GX84 weighs 399kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams GX84 has a bed 92cm (3ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GX84 | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 540kg | 141kg |
| Payload | 2160kg | 359kg |
| Internal bed | 2.45m x 1.27m | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams GX84, Ifor Williams P5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GX84 if...
- you want one that carries 1,801kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 92cm (3ft) longer
An entry-level plant trailer for landscapers and groundworkers moving a single small excavator or compact roller who do not need the longer beds further up the GX range.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Corwen Trailer Centre - Corwen
Buy or hire the P5 if...
- you want one that is 399kg lighter empty
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GX84 and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams GX84 carries 1,801kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is 399kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GX84 is a the smallest trailer in the GX plant range; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GX84 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5. It is 399kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GX84.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams GX84 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams GX84, by 1,801kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GX84 or the Ifor Williams P5 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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