Head to head
Ifor Williams LM166 vs Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM
The Ifor Williams LM166 carries 2,210kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM166 carries 2,210kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM166 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams LM166 has a bed 2.79m (9ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams LM166 | Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 2705kg | 495kg |
| Internal bed | 4.77m x 1.98m | 1985mm x 1220mm |
| Unladen weight | 795kg | - |
| Tyres | - | 145/70R13 |
Sources: Ifor Williams LM166, Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the LM166 if...
- you want one that carries 2,210kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 2.79m (9ft) longer
Bought by contractors and hauliers who regularly carry longer loads, such as fencing materials or several pallets, and need more deck length than the LM106 or LM126 provide.
Listed by
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Buy or hire the MEG7564TRM if...
A 6'6" x 4' unbraked general purpose trailer with mesh sides and a loading ramp, sized for garden waste, small plant and tip runs. A common entry-level trailer at UK trailer dealers.
Listed by
- Liverseed Trailers - Preston, Lostock Hall, Penwortham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams LM166 and the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM?
The Ifor Williams LM166 carries 2,210kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams LM166 is a a long-bed flatbed trailer; the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM is a general purpose trailer with mesh sides and ramp.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams LM166 or the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM?
The Ifor Williams LM166, by 2,210kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams LM166 or the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM 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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