Head to head
Ifor Williams LM85 vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 2,443kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 307kg lighter empty and has a bed 7cm longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM85 carries 2,443kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 weighs 307kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams P8e has a bed 7cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams LM85 | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 525kg | 218kg |
| Payload | 2975kg | 532kg |
| Internal bed | 2.44m x 1.52m | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams LM85, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 2,443kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
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 P8e if...
- you want one that is 307kg lighter empty
- you want one that has a bed 7cm longer
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams LM85 and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 2,443kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 307kg lighter empty and has a bed 7cm longer. The Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams LM85 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 307kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams LM85.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams LM85 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams LM85, by 2,443kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams LM85 or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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