Head to head
Ifor Williams LM105 vs M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer
The Ifor Williams LM105 carries 795kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is 5kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM105 carries 795kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM105 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams LM105 weighs 5kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams LM105 | M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 605kg | 600kg |
| Payload | 2895kg | 2100kg |
| Internal bed | 3.01m x 1.68m | - |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1524mm |
| Axles | - | Twin |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Ifor Williams LM105, M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the LM105 if...
- you want one that carries 795kg more
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
A workhorse flatbed for farmers, landscapers and small hauliers moving bagged materials, bales or machinery with dropsides, sized to fit most towing vehicles rated to 3500kg.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 5kg lighter empty
A wider twin-axle box trailer for builders, farmers and plant hire yards needing to carry bulkier loads such as pallets or small plant, with braked axles for safer road towing at higher weights.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams LM105 and the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Ifor Williams LM105 carries 795kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is 5kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams LM105 is a a general-purpose flatbed trailer; the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams LM105 or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer. It is 5kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams LM105.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams LM105 or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Ifor Williams LM105, by 795kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams LM105 or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer 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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