Head to head
Ifor Williams LM85 vs Ifor Williams P5
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 2,616kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is 384kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM85 carries 2,616kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 weighs 384kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams LM85 has a bed 91cm (3ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams LM85 | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 525kg | 141kg |
| Payload | 2975kg | 359kg |
| Internal bed | 2.44m x 1.52m | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams LM85, Ifor Williams P5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the LM85 if...
- you want one that carries 2,616kg more
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 91cm (3ft) longer
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the P5 if...
- you want one that is 384kg 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 LM85 and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 2,616kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is 384kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams LM85 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5. It is 384kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams LM85.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams LM85 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams LM85, by 2,616kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams LM85 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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