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Ifor Williams GX84 vs Maypole MP6815

The Maypole MP6815 is 463kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GX84 is rated 2,201kg heavier gross and carries 1,738kg more.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Ifor Williams GX84
Ifor Williams GX84 - image: blains.co.uk
Maypole MP6815
Maypole MP6815 - image: maypoleltd.com

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Ifor Williams GX84Maypole MP6815
Gross weight2700kg499kg
Unladen weight540kg77kg
Payload2160kg422kg
Internal bed2.45m x 1.27m-
Internal length-145cm
Internal width-100cm
Internal height-32cm

Sources: Ifor Williams GX84, Maypole MP6815. 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 is rated 2,201kg heavier gross
  • you want one that carries 1,738kg more

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.

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Full GX84 specifications →

Buy or hire the MP6815 if...

  • you want one that is 463kg lighter empty

A mid-sized general purpose trailer for buyers who want more bed length than the MP6812 while staying light enough for a small car to tow.

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Full MP6815 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GX84 and the Maypole MP6815?

The Maypole MP6815 is 463kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GX84 is rated 2,201kg heavier gross and carries 1,738kg more. The Ifor Williams GX84 is a the smallest trailer in the GX plant range; the Maypole MP6815 is a a small unbraked single-axle general purpose car trailer rated at 499kg gross weight..

Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GX84 or the Maypole MP6815?

The Maypole MP6815. It is 463kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GX84.

Which carries more, the Ifor Williams GX84 or the Maypole MP6815?

The Ifor Williams GX84, by 1,738kg.

Can I tow the Ifor Williams GX84 or the Maypole MP6815 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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